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Monkey Business Institute troupe members, circa 2021.

With more than 25 showcases, Madison Comedy Week offers the opportunity to really dive into the regional stand-up scene, and also enjoy some talented visitors as well. Still to come: LaughGPT, with comics including Dan Gantman and Brook Whitehead “judged by a panel of AI celebrities and characters” (9 p.m., Aug. 8, Bur Oak); a special edition of Comedy at the Cabaret featuring performers from around the country and Canada (7:30 p.m., Aug. 9, North Street Cabaret); and the annual Best of the Fest showcases (7:30 and 10 p.m., Aug. 9-10, Comedy on State). Find all the shows and tickets at madisoncomedyweek.com.

media release: Madison Comedy Week is in its 6th year and will take place from August 4 - 10 this year!

The Merge has been a staple of the Madison comedy scene and the Madison Comedy Week festival for years! Bridging the gap between improv and standup, The Merge is an excellent, well-rounded show that is literally a once in a lifetime experience every time. Monkey Business Institute improvisers watch comedians perform and rework their premises and jokes into full-length scenes in a truly extraordinary fashion. This is one of the most fun, off-the-cuff style shows you'll experience at the fest!

This show is hosted by comedian Vanessa Tortolano who is a staple in both arenas, the comedians join the improvisers after their sets and the scenes for improv games full of quips, quick-wit and surprises all around.

Our standups are:

Kristin Lytie

Grace Kilpatrick

Cassidy Kulhanek

Doors at 8:30 | Show at 9:00

$10 online | $15 at the door!