# Open Comedy

> Open Comedy is where comedians find gigs and bookers find acts. Post a show, get applications, build your lineup - no fees, no commission. Used by 12,500+ comedians and the venues that book them around the world, with active communities across the UK, US, Ireland, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

Open Comedy connects stand-up comedians with the people who book them. Bookers and promoters post shows with the spots they need to fill; comedians apply with a profile, bio, and video clips attached; bookers review and confirm the lineup. It is free for everyone - no booking fees, no commission. Active communities span the United Kingdom, United States, Ireland, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

## Browse
- [Comedian directory](https://opencomedy.com/comedians): Search comedian profiles by location and style, with video clips on every profile.
- [Comedy gigs and open mics](https://opencomedy.com/gigs): Open spots, paid sets, and open mic nights, searchable by location and spot type.
- [Comedy videos](https://opencomedy.com/videos): Stand-up clips from comedians on the platform.
- [Comedy bookers and venues](https://opencomedy.com/bookers): Who books comedy nights, and their upcoming shows.

## Guides
- [How to book a comedian](https://opencomedy.com/how-to-book-a-comedian): Step-by-step guide for venues and event organizers.
- [How to get comedy gigs](https://opencomedy.com/how-to-get-comedy-gigs): Finding open mics and getting booked, for new and experienced comedians.
- [How to get paid comedy gigs](https://opencomedy.com/how-to-get-paid-comedy-gigs): Moving from open mics to paid work.
- [How to start stand-up comedy](https://opencomedy.com/how-to-start-stand-up-comedy): Writing a first set and getting on stage.
- [First open mic checklist](https://opencomedy.com/first-open-mic-checklist): What to bring and what to expect at your first open mic.
- [How to run a comedy night](https://opencomedy.com/how-to-run-a-comedy-night): Running a night that lasts past the third month.
- [How to run an open mic](https://opencomedy.com/how-to-run-an-open-mic): Formats, sign-up lists, and the mistakes that kill new open mics.
- [How venues find comedians](https://opencomedy.com/how-venues-find-comedians): How venues discover and book talent.

## For each audience
- [For comedians](https://opencomedy.com/for-comedians): How comedians use the platform to find gigs.
- [For comedy bookers](https://opencomedy.com/for-comedy-bookers): How bookers post shows and build lineups.
- [For comedy fans](https://opencomedy.com/for-comedy-fans): Browsing shows and watching clips.

## About
- [About Open Comedy](https://opencomedy.com/about): What the platform is and why it exists.
- [FAQ](https://opencomedy.com/faq): Common questions about how it works.
- [Contact](https://opencomedy.com/contact): Get in touch.
- [News](https://opencomedy.com/news/): Comedy news and platform updates.