About the Cleveland Comedy Festival
Celebrating Cleveland's Unique Brand of Humor
The Cleveland Comedy Festival, founded in 2008, champions local and independent comedy. We showcase diverse voices, from rising regional talent to national headliners. Beyond the stage, we're committed to:
Annual Festival
Showcase diverse and inclusive forms of comedy, national headliners, promoting the best local & regional comedians.
Community Engagement
Supporting local non-profits through fundraising events and providing comedic entertainment.
Education
Empowering young people through our Class Clown Workshop, fostering creative expression and communication skills.
Industry Partnerships
Collaborating with venues, clubs, and organizations to strengthen the Cleveland comedy scene.
Community Partners We Proudly Support
Executive Lineup
Steve Guy
Executive Director
Cait Hogan
Director of Class Clown and Community Outreach
Rob Coleman
Class Clown Instructor, Planner & Show Host
Elton Lytle
Director of Funding
Kyle Haunhorst
Director - Rubber City Comedy Festival
Dwayne Duke
Director of Venue Expansion
Rodney Bengston
Media Relations,
Class Clown Instructor
Holly Braschwitz
Director of Sales