Norm Laviolette - CEO - Founder of Improv Asylum, creator of iconic companies like Laugh comedy clubs and Asylum Team Building, and sought-after keynote speaker on using improv to drive innovation and growth. Bob Melley - COO - Chief Development Officer of Asylum Companies, overseeing global operations, corporate relations, and business development, with experience in entertainment and technology. Jess Domain - CCO - Creative strategist, corporate event operations expert, nonprofit marketing consultant, entertainment industry professional, Off-Broadway writer, performer, dancer and musician, with experience in publishing, touring and licensing. Steve Eliau - CBO - Journalist, Screenwriter, Producer, and Business Executive in the fashion and film industries, including roles as CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Manhattan Movie Magazine and partner at The Circuit NYC, organizing high-profile events.
WHEN: Feb 15 – Feb 22, 2026 WHERE: Asylum NYC, Flatiron District
WHY: Finally, a film festival dedicated solely to comedy! Because everyone needs a good laugh, we celebrate humor in all its forms, putting comedy first. WHAT: NYCFF is a week-long celebration of comedy, featuring world film premieres, live performances, retrospectives, table readings, Q&As, parties and a streaming portal. We unite people through laughter and showcase the power of comedy to entertain, inspire, and spark conversation. WHO: A team of seasoned entertainment professionals united by a passion for film and comedy. With over 100 years of combined experience in film, comedy, event marketing, and business management, we take comedy seriously—but never ourselves.
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