“The catalyst for [San Francisco’s] comedy explosion” — Michael Macrone
The San Francisco Comedy Competition is one of the most prestigious comedy events in North America, launching the careers of people like Patton Oswalt, Robin Williams and Ellen DeGeneres. It’s an outrageously funny evening, where you will see the comedy stars of tomorrow competing for their chance at fame and fortune. Hundreds of comedians audition each year to compete. Only 32 are chosen.
The competition is an annual, multi-week, judged, stand-up comedy contest held in comedy clubs, bars, restaurants, casinos, and theaters in San Francisco and around the Bay Area. Each comedian performs for a unique group of judges for every show they do and receive scores in seven categories.
For the 2025 competition, Montalvo is honored to host two nights of the semifinal round. Top contestants from the preliminary weeks will each perform 8–12-minute sets that will have you rolling with laughter!
No other competition can claim to have discovered as many future comedy superstars as the annual San Francisco Comedy Competition! The list of award winners and finalists over the years includes Robin Williams, Dana Carvey, Ellen DeGeneres, Sinbad, Patton Oswalt, Will Durst, Dane Cook, Ralphie May, and many others.
NOTE: Both nights at Montalvo will feature the same set of performers. May contain adult content.
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