Comedy Central and the Creation of Colossal Clusterfest: The Bonnaroo of Comedy

June 19, 2017 @ 4:01 PM
by Lisa Di Venuta

Comedy Central’s first foray into the festival scene, a three-day music and comedy fete in June called Colossal Clusterfest, was quietly introduced in a press release back in February with the simple tagline: “Comedy. Music. Comedy.”

The San Francisco-based cluster boasted superb stand-up, live podcasts, musical performances, and interactive attractions. There were sips and suds from California’s renowned wineries and local fare from artisan chefs. The circus culminated in a live Comedy Central special.

The goal—to pack a whopping, fans-first immersive experience into one weekend—was lofty, especially for a first-time festival. But attendees and critics largely agree that it was a colossal success.

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3 Days, 5 Stages, Over 50 Comedians and Bands: Everything You Need to Know About Comedy Central’s Festival Behemoth

March 14, 2017 @ 5:00 PM
by Lisa Di Venuta

For festival fanatics, March means narrowing down your summer wish-list. Coachella, Firefly, or Mysteryland? Should you purchase a one-day pass, or go full-throttle and get the four-day VIP experience? How much time can you take off work to devote to camping in a desert?

Now there’s a new contender: Comedy Central Presents Colossal Clusterfest.

Comedy Central’s inaugural festival is, as its name implies, focused on comedy. But the San Francisco event’s lineup is full of more than just laughs. This entertainment bonanza features music, branded attractions and delectable cuisine from local restaurants and wineries.

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