Name: The Comedy Cookout - Free BBQ Buffet- New Comedy Series
Start: 2026-11-14T23:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-15T02:00:00+00:00
Location: 10008 North 30th Street, Tampa, FL 33612

🎤 THE COMEDY COOKOUT

Pilot Taping & Casting Call

Come be part of The Comedy Cookout, a new stand-up comedy series bringing the energy, laughter, food, music, and atmosphere of an old-school backyard BBQ to the stage.

The series is created by Adrienne Nelson-Alexander, writer, director, and producer of the Tampa hood classic Sunshine.

🎬 PILOT TAPING

The pilot will feature local comedians performing in an intimate, relaxed setting designed to feel like you're kicking back at a real cookout with friends and family.

Expect comedy, music, great food, crowd games, raffles, networking, and plenty of laughs.

🎭 ASPIRING ACTORS

Actors, come network!

Several local productions will be looking to connect with up-and-coming actors and new talent for upcoming projects.

Meet local filmmakers, producers, comedians, actors, and other creatives while making connections that could lead to your next opportunity.

🎤 ASPIRING COMEDIANS

Interested in stand-up comedy?

Come meet comedians in your area, network with local talent, learn more about the comedy scene, and find out how to start getting booked for shows.

Limited open-mic opportunities may be available based on availability.

🍖 NOT AN ENTERTAINER? COME EAT!

You don't have to be a comedian, actor, or entertainer to enjoy The Comedy Cookout.

Come drink, eat some AMAZING BBQ, play games, win raffles, laugh, and have a good time.

And yes — the food is on us!

We're creating a fun, safe, relaxed environment where you can kick back, meet people, and enjoy yourself without all the pressure.

🕺🏾 THIS IS AN OLD-SCHOOL BBQ!

Don't want to party with the kiddies?

We've got you.

This is a grown-folks cookout, with most of our attendees being 35 and up.

Good food. Good music. Good comedy. Good people.

No drama. No pressure. Just old-school BBQ vibes and a good time.

🎟️ FIRST 20 GUESTS FREE

Laughs • BBQ • Drinks • Comedy • Music • Games • Raffles • Networking