BOOM CHICAGO COMEDY FESTIVAL 2023

5 to 16 July — The BCCF is a mix of Dutch and English programming, the festival has something for everyone: from improv to stand-up to cabaret, innovative variety shows, and a queer comedy night. Not to mention workshops to discover and develop your own comedic self. Expect to see alumni from yesteryear to today join in on the fun!

2023 HEADLINERS

LAST CHANCE

FINAL SEATS AVAILABLE | July 6: Five Years In Amsterdam – Brendan Hunt at Tuschinski

A star on the hit Apple TV series Ted Lasso, Coach Beard (Brendan Hunt) returns to his alma mater Boom Chicago.

SECOND SHOW ADDED

SECOND SHOW ADDED | July 6 & 7: Seth Meyers Live at Tuschinski

Emmy winner, host of Late Night with Seth Meyers, and alum of Boom Chicago, Meyers takes the stage at the iconic Tuschinski in his only European performance!

July 5: Music Improv Spectacular with Mayor Femke Halsema

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema joins the current cast on stage to open the 2023 Boom Chicago Comedy Festival. Music Improv Spectacular features local and international heroes to tell personal stories that inspire the comedy show.

July 7: Shot of Improv feat. Arjen Lubach

Be a witness to top Dutch comedian Arjen Lubach as he joins the Boom Chicago cast for a hilarious, drink-filled show. Free shots for best audience suggestions!

July 8: Thirty Year Anniversary Show – The 2000s

Featuring Boom Chicago’s cast from the 2000s, students, community and fans can witness the stories of thirty hilarious years.

July 8: Thirty Year Anniversary Show – 90s Edition

Featuring Boom Chicago’s cast from the 90s, students, community and fans can witness the stories of thirty hilarious years.

July 9: The Ladies of Boom Chicago

Iconic ladies of Boom Chicago alumni join the current Boom ladies for a night full of sharp humor and biting wit.

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JULY 11

Tragedy Plus Time

Join our cast and special guests of Boom Chicago as they create laughter from tragedy, hilarity from tension and genuine glee from astonishing stories!

Lisa Loeb: Extase

Amsterdam-born and raised Lisa Loeb is a versatile performer with a wide range of talents. She can do it all: from cracking jokes on stage, to belting out tunes, to hosting TV shows, and even writing books.

JULY 12

Lara Ricote: A Work in Progress!!!

2022’s Edinburgh Comedy Award winner (!!!) Lara Ricote will work out her new show at this year’s BCCF.

Cookie of Your Own Dough & AmsterDUMB

Get ready to laugh with some of the funniest stand-up comedians in Amsterdam, Rogier Bak and Matt Castellvi!

PowerPints

Drink and learn things at PowerPints, the original comedy show where eight presenters have five minutes each to deliver a PowerPoint on any subject they like.

JULY 13

United Nations of Comedy

Great stand-up comedy from all over the world!

The Schuman Show

The comedy the EU has been waiting for, using comedy to make EU affairs more understandable for a global audience.

Dutch Comedy All-Stars

Kom en ervaar het beste van het beste, alleen bij Boom Chicago! Met Op Sterk Water, Flunknarf en HSV de Honingbij!

JULY 14

Improv Adventure

Take a leap into the unknown with Improv Adventure!

The Headliners

Three of the top stand-up comedians are joining BCCF for the third year in a row!

Best of LA Comedy Showcase

The best of LA comedians all in one place!

STOUT

A musical comedy show starring Stacey Smith!

JULY 15

DISCOunt

A queer variety show all the way from NYC!

Best of UK Improv

Best of UK improv – where British wit meets the spontaneity of improv.

Shot of Improv XL

Our beloved Boom Chicago classic is now amped up to the next level!

American Improv Showcase

From coast to coast, the funniest improvisers in the USA are here at American Improv Showcase.

Musical Comedy Showcase

The perfect blend of music and comedy in the Musical Comedy Showcase!

Character Comedy Showcase

Laugh out loud with a variety of quirky characters in Character Comedy Showcase.

JULY 16

boom @ night

This off-beat team of performers brings their years of wisdom and unique style to present you with standup, improv, sketch comedy, and more.

“The Regulars” Stand-Up Showcase

We know them, you’ll love them.

Thuis Party

Come watch two incredible teams of up-and-coming talent officially step onto the Amsterdam improv scene.

Fuck Marry Kill

Yes, you read that right. Featuring stand-up from Kendra Borgen, Carly Blair and Nira Tal!

“The Regulars” Improv Showcase

We know them, you’ll love them.

Ladies of Amsterdam Comedy

The funniest ladies in town are taking the stage at Boom Chicago!

Rising Stars Improv Showcase

Watch the future of improv comedy shine at Rising Stars Improv Showcase.

HIGHLIGHTS

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FAQS

- Main location: Boom Chicago, Rozengracht 117, Amsterdam.
- Two shows (Brendan Hunt and Seth Meyers) take place in Zaal 1 at Pathe Tuschinski, Reguliersbreestraat 26,
  Amsterdam.
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Shows will sell out, so we advise to get tickets as soon as you can!
Almost all the shows are in English. The ones in Dutch will be clearly marked.