Tickets for winter comedy shows at The Collective Snowmass are now live, and audiences can expect a jam packed season.
The festivities kick off on Dec. 11 at 7:30pm featuring some of the Roaring Fork Valley’s most notable talents, including Michael Robinson, Diego Gonzales, Jordan Lowe, Beth Brandon, Michael Coyle, Garrett Hall, Don Chaney, Julie Gillespie, Ryan Honey and many more. For local hopefuls wishing to break into the scene, open mic events will occur on Jan. 29 and March 26.
“Everyone’s going to have top-notch entertainment at our headlining comedy shows, but I think our open mics are a unique place in the Valley where people can show off and work on their craft,” said Amy Jones, operations and marketing manager at The Collective. “It’s a great, safe space for creative people, and I think it’s important to give people room to grow and develop their craft.”
Audiences can look forward to comedian Brittany Brave returning with her “Ho-ho-ho Holiday Comedy Show” on Dec. 18. Anticipate quirky delivery on hard-hitting topics, the world of love and dating and much more.
“I think the biggest thing consistent with The Collective is we’re bringing in nationally ranked talent, which is so unique about this Valley. We have the resources and the ability to bring this top-notch talent to such a small place and provide world-class entertainment to the people who live and travel here, and I think that’s exciting,” Jones continued. “This consistency can always be expected from The Collective.”
On Jan. 8, audiences will have access to educator-turned-comedian Sammy Anzer, whose slick, playful and uniquely East Coast flair is sure to resonate with people from all walks of life. On Jan. 15, in partnership with Aspen Gay Ski Week, Emma Willmann, known for her work on hit shows like “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” “Crashing” and “The Good Fight,” will bring her skill of controlled chaos to the stage.
On Feb. 5, Tommy Brennan will take the stage — a comic who has been making a name for himself in New York City, opening for others including Taylor Tomlinson, Dusty Slay and Louie Anderson. Jourdain Fisher will follow on Feb. 19, bringing along a relaxed and casual delivery about his background, journey and the misadventures of day-to-day life. Closing out the mainstage season — before the final open mic night — will be Katherine Blanford, known for her work on Vice TV and her “Don’t Tell Comedy” set.
“Nothing brings people together like having a good time. That is what promoting the comedy series and pushing it to be better every year is about,” Jones stated. “I think it’s important to foster comedy and laughter because it’s such a pure form of entertainment.”
She looks forward to experiencing the comedy series with the community and immersing herself in the local scene. Originally from Chicago, she moved to the Valley several months ago to pursue this job, which aligned with one important thing she values in her work: fun.
“I am super motivated by fun more than anything else,” she said. “After meeting Sarah [Sanders] and the team here, I knew The Collective would be where I could have fun every day at my job. So far, it’s shaping up to be accurate.
Though most of the mainstage comedy acts will be 18+ admission, Jones said The Collective is dedicated to also hosting events that are appropriate for all ages. In tandem with the comedy season, The Collective will host many family-friendly events such as arts and crafts nights, trivia and other festivities.
“It’s a big priority to ensure that people of all ages can be entertained, feel safe and feel like they’re part of our community,” Jones affirmed. “I’m excited about all the events we have planned and to be part of a community that prioritizes getting together and connecting and, of course, comedy. I’m a big comedy fan.”
For a complete rundown of events at The Collective and to purchase tickets for the winter comedy shows, visit www.thecollectivesnowmass.com