Fest Of Fools 2027 Performance Submission Form

Fest of Fools, an indie comedy and improv festival hosted by Jackalope Comedy Theater in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is celebrating its fifth year!  And this year, we are taking submissions for any comedy acts that want to come and get foolish.

Jackalope Theater is a 55 seat theater in midtown Tulsa.  We offer weekly shows, classes, and open jams.  We enjoy featuring traveling acts and guest instructors, along with our focus to provide a strong foundation for local comedy theater artists.

Who Should Apply

• Improv teams, sketch, clown, storytellers, and hybrid acts are welcome
• All experience levels
• Tulsa-based and out-of-town performers

We are open to different media and formats as well.

How We Select Acts
Submissions are reviewed by a small panel of festival producers and artists. We look at:

• Originality
• Commitment to the work
• Overall quality of performance

We program for variety. Different styles, tones, and experience levels are all considered and appreciated.

Fees and Performer Perks

• Regular submission fee is $15 until December 15, 2026; Late submission fee is $25 until January 12, 2027
• Selected performers receive festival passes to the concession room, overflow theater, and available theater seating
• Travel and lodging are the responsibility of the performers unless otherwise noted

Important Dates

• Submission deadline: Tuesday, January 12, 2027, 11:59 pm
• Performers notified:  Week of February 1, 2027
• Fest of Fools: Thursday - Sunday, April 22 - 25