What
is Jesters Comedy Stop?
Jesters Comedy Stop is
a franchise name that you may use in all of your promotions if so desired.
What is Summit Comedy,
Inc. and how was it Created?
Summit Comedy, Inc. was
formed in 1998 by Chuck Johnson. After years of working in the Comedy
industry, he found that many talent agencies were charging venues a
high fee to provide them comedy but the Talent agency would take anywhere
from 30-50% of the gross for their own. This would take away from the
quality of talent, because the amount of money left in the budget was
so slim after the agency got their cut. This is why you see many comedy
shows that are not quite up to par because some agencies disguise Feature
acts as Headliners, and Emcees as Feature/Middle acts. Summit Comedy,
Inc. receives only 10-20% therefore leaving a higher budget to bring
you the quality performers that you deserve.
Your
Comedy Needs?
We can
handle any comedy need you may desire. If you're looking to bring comics
to your venue daily, every week, every other week, etc. We will work
around your needs. If you are looking to bring an emcee to host an event,
or a Nationally known celebrity comedian, we are your one-stop comedy
supplier. Please feel free to click on "Available
Talent" for a listing of talent we have to offer to you.
Looking
for Corporate Comedy?
If you
have clients that hold corporate conventions, meetings, etc. at your
establishment, let Summit Comedy, Inc. be your direct supplier for their
event entertainment. We will supply clean comedy that will liven up
any corporate event.
Who
Are The Weekly Comedians?
Unless
you are contracting Celebrity performers on a regular basis, the comedians'
names normally would not have a high-public recognition; however, many
of the entertainers have appeared on The Tonight Show, Late Night w/
David Letterman, HBO, Showtime, Star Search, MTV, A&E, and Comedy
Central. The point here is that Summit Comedy, Inc. will provide you
consistent top-quality entertainers week after week. The audiences return
because Jesters Comedy Stop has "funny" comedians every week,
and recognition is not a prerequisite for a laugh-filled evening of
comedy. Each comedian will be a Nationally touring professional comedian.
How Many Comedians Should We Use?
Most full-time/weekend
comedy clubs in the country use a format of three comedians. Normally
when doing just one night a week, two comics will suffice.
OPENER/EMCEE:
This comedian is capable of doing 15-20 minutes at the beginning of
the show, and will serve as a master of ceremonies throughout the performance.
FEATURE/MIDDLE
ACT: This act is very important because he/she serves as a segue for
the entire program. This comedian is capable of doing a quality 25-30
on a regular basis.
HEADLINER:
This performer closes the show and is capable of doing a consistent
laugh filled 40-60 minute set.
How
Will It Affect My Venue?
Every room
is different, But the goal is to use comedy to promote your less profitable
nights to bring in more revenue to you, and to make your room stand
out in the community because of the uniqueness of the promotion. Surveys
have proven that less than 10% of the American population has ever been
to a comedy club, so with the right promotion, you will be bringing
in a new and varied audience that will return to see comedy on a regular
basis. As an added bonus, many comedians provide mailing lists at the
end of their shows so they can promote themselves the next time they
are in your club, creating less advertising work on your end.
How
Profitable Is a Comedy Night?
Every town
is going to be different, but with the right promotions, you can make
your comedy night a huge success. Summit Comedy, Inc. can assist you
with ideas how to promote your venue to reach highest profit potential,
i.e. unique advertising strategies, dinner and a show ideas, bringing
in a well-known celebrity, group parties/conventions, etc.
What
Is The Cost?
Always
the question on everyone's mind!! We can provide you comedians at any
cost, but you will always be getting what you pay for. There are plenty
of agencies that will provide you with an inferior product for a lower
price. Although this is a good way for an agency to ring up a sale,
we feel that it's not good for our industry, our clients, or our talent.
Prices will vary according to the following: the amount of shows each
night, which night(s) of the week you will be needing comedians, the
number of comedians, the quality of talent you desire. Please call us
for an official price quote. Also lodging is required for all performers
at the venue's expense.
What
Will Be My Contractual Obligations?
Summit
Comedy, Inc. realizes that the entertainment business can be very fast-paced
even for the most experienced manager. If coming on as a weekly client,
you will need to give a deposit of your weekly comic cost. Many agencies
tie you down to long-term contracts. We do not feel that you should
have to stay on for a lengthy period of time if comedy is not working
for you. We only require a written 30-day notice of termination so the
comedians can be notified to find other work since they are usually
booked months in advance.
What
Will Summit Comedy, Inc. Provide?
1) A representative
will visit your club, if so desired, to evaluate your sound, lights,
seating arrangements, and basically walk you through the steps of a
successful comedy night(s).
2) Information
with the proper "Do's & Don'ts" of the having a comedy
night or nights.
3) A consistent
supply of topnotch comedic talent on a weekly basis.
4) We provide
media support, press releases, promotional materials and photos of the
comedians in advance of the appearance so you can properly promote the
shows.
5) Jesters
Comedy Stop logos will be provided for you to use in all print advertising
use i.e. newspaper ads, banners, flyers, etc.
6) A personal
client/representative touch to answer any questions you may have regarding
day-to-day problems that may arise in regard to operating your comedy
night(s).
Our goal
is to find a way to make comedy work for you! Thank you for taking the
time to read this introductory information, and we look forward to bringing
you on as a client! |
