Thursday kicks off the start of the 11th annual LaughFest, which went virtual due to the pandemic Author: 13 ON YOUR SIDE Staff Published: 7:14 AM EST March 11, 2021 Updated: 7:25 AM EST March 11, 2021
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. Gilda’s LaughFest presented by Gun Lake Casino will kick off the virtual festival Thursday, March 11, at 9 p.m. with headliner Justin Willman, a magician and comedian who is host of the
hit Netflix show “Magic for Humans.”
Other virtual activities on opening day include “The VIP Comedy Show” at 6 p.m., an improv comedy roast and in-depth interview; “No Laughing Matter” at 8 p.m., a discussion about how even in the worst times, there is something funny to talk about; and “You Have Two Minutes: Brian Kelly’s Favorite LaughFest Portraits,” a chance to view the work of LaughFest’s official photographer and his time photographing headliners during the festival’s first decade.
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Gilda’s LaughFest begins at 6 p.m. Thursday with headliner Justin Willman and continues through Sunday.
The virtual festival, presented by Gun Lake Casino, will have 30 events, along with social media content and contests, much of which will be free. A $40 premium pass allows access to all four headliners.
Willman is a magician and comedian who is the host of the Netflix show “Magic for Humans.” The night will include “The VIP Comedy Show,” an improv comedy roast and in-depth interview at 6 p.m.; “No Laughing Matter,” a discussion about how even in the worst times, there is something funny to talk about at 8 p.m.; and “You Have Two Minutes: Brian Kelly’s Favorite LaughFest Portraits,” where guests can view the work of LaughFest’s official photographer and his time photographing headliners during the festival’s first decade.
11th annual LaughFest kicks off first virtual event
By: FOX 17
and last updated 2021-03-11 07:42:22-05
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. â Today marks the kickoff for the 11th annual LaughFest which has gone virtual due to COVID.
This yearâs LaughFest festival will feature 30 events raising money for Gildaâs Club which is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
The organization provides free emotional health support for those on a cancer or grief journey.
Headlining acts, which will be part of the festivalâs premium paid content include Ron Funches, Tom Papa, Justin Willman and more.
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Gilda’s LaughFest is returning in 2021 after being canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but it will be celebrated a bit differently.
LaughFest will be a shortened and primarily virtual event this year, which is scheduled for March 11-14.
A full schedule of events will be announced later this month, but it will feature 30 events, free activities, social media content and contests.
“It’s been a tough year, yet we remain in this together and look forward to delivering smiles in a new way to West Michigan and beyond in 2021,” said Joanne Roehm, festival director. “Our goal is to retain the spirit and community impact of the festival while providing a unique celebration as part of Gilda’s Club’s 20th year of operations.”