Cramer Comedy Newsletter is jumping off the page and hosting its first live event: STATE OF COMEDY 2025.

This inaugural gathering will both celebrate and thoughtfully discuss comedy’s dynamic evolution in a changing industry. The early evening (or late afternoon, whichever sounds easier to you) will feature engaging panel discussions, live performances, and thought-provoking conversations on the state of comedy, both present and future.

Designed for fans, industry insiders, and aspiring comedians alike, State of Comedy 2025 will offer rapid fire insights into key aspects of the funny business. Dive into the worlds of stand-up, digital content, TV, and film with candid discussion from industry veterans and bright new voices.

PANEL DISCUSSIONS
Industry leaders and our brightest artists will discuss the trends, challenges, and innovations shaping comedy. Topics include:

Live Comedy (LA, NY, and Touring)

The Evolution of Digital Comedy

Producing for Film & TV

The Human Side of Navigating a Constriction (aka the Pep Talk)

LIVE PERFORMANCES
A spoonful of sugar, as they say!

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Attendees will be invited to gather for a drink nearby after the event to connect and continue the conversation. Your ticket will get you access to an open bar, brought to you by a kind sponsorship from The Ankler.

Featuring....

HOST: Danny Jolles
PANELISTS:
Christine Bullen (UCB)
Sam Clanon (JASH)
Adam Conover (Comedian/Writer)
Hannah Kitziger (Good & Done)
Brett Kushner (Don't Tell)
Jessica Murphy (NBCU)
Earnest Pettie (YouTube)
Zach Schiffman (Vulture)
Yamara Taylor (EP/Writer)
Zach Zucker (Stamptown)

MODERATORS:
Carly Hoogendyk (Omnipop/Cramer Comedy Newsletter)
Mo Fry Pasic (Worse Than You Podcast)
Elaine Low (The Ankler)
David Zucker (TikTok)

COMEDY:
Skyler Higley
Rachel Pegram
Tien Tran
Kylie Brakeman