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Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival Announces Finalists for 2024 Breakout Comedian of the Year Competition

WASHINGTON, DC, (August 15, 2024) - NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC, is excited to announce the finalists for the highly anticipated "Breakout Comedian of the Year" competition, part...

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Leslie Jones and Deon Cole Named as Headliners for Second Annual Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival, Tickets Now on Sale

From September 27-29, The Festival Will Spotlight BIPOC Comedic Talent and Celebrate DC as a Comedy Hub WASHINGTON, DC, (July 9, 2024) - NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC,...

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Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival Returns to Washington DC

Enjoy Unmatched Live Comedy, Master Classes, Panels, and the New Comedy Cares VIP Charity Event from September 27-29 WASHINGTON, DC, (April 4, 2024) - NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events...

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Yvonne Orji, Nicole Byer and More Set for New Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival

The three-day event, taking place on The Wharf from October 6 to 8, will spotlight comedic talent within BIPOC communities and celebrate DC as a comedy hub LOS ANGELES, (August...

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NICE CROWD Becomes the New Name of ABFF Ventures, as the Renowned Organization Expands Its Annual Line-Up of Events to Include Comedy, Health & Wellness, Food, Fine Art and More

NICE CROWD's New Comedy Festival, Because They're Funny, Set to Launch in Washington, DC in October 2023 Miami, FL, (June 14, 2023) - ABFF Ventures – the company led by...

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American Black Film Festival Producers to Launch a New Comedy Event — Because They’re Funny Comedy Festival Hosted By Events DC

Inaugural Event Will Take Place in Washington, DC, October 6-8, 2023 LOS ANGELES, (February 27, 2023) - ABFF Ventures LLC today announced the launch of Because They're Funny (BTF) Comedy...

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