Our mission is to empower LGBTQIA+ and women in comedy. In an industry still heavily dominated by straight, white, cisgender men, we need opportunities created by and for us.
In 2021, Lavender Laughs started as a grassroots open mic in Atlanta, quickly evolving to include booked shows. In 2022, we expanded to Queens, NYC with shows and mics, and in 2024, Lavender Laughs NYC operates in Brooklyn and Manhattan, as well as Queens. If you are interested in bringing Lavender Laughs to your community, or seek to collaborate with our team, contact nomie@lavenderlaughs.org.