It was 1975, and comedian Jose Simon had a dream. Barbra Streisand did it. A number of rock 'n' roll bands had done it, too. Even the symphony gave it a go. Free outdoor concerts were becoming more commonplace in music. So, why not one featuring comedians? A free outdoor performance in the City that is considered the cradle of civilization for comedy would be a great way for local comedians to say thank you to their fans.
Comedy Day is a non profit 501(c)(3) organization. And all contributions are tax deductible. Comedy Day conducts an Outreach Program in which comedy workshops are held in Bay Area public schools throughout the year.
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