FOX Entertainment Studios Comedy Showcase Featuring The Dress Up Gang and Friends, Hosted by Bill Burr
Summary
FOX Entertainment Studios presents one of SXSW’s most anticipated comedy showcases, celebrating the world premiere of Plantman & Blondie, from FOX’s Tideline and Mountain Top Pictures. Hosted by Emmy and Grammy-nominated comedian, actor and director Bill Burr, the evening embodies the bold, fearless spirit of the FOX comedy brand while spotlighting the breakout ensemble from the film: Frankie Quiñones, Cory Loykasek, Donny Divanian, Kirk Fox, and Brent Weinbach. <br> <br> ****YONDR FAN ADVISORY*** <br> <br> This event will be a phone-free experience. Use of cellphones, smart watches, smart accessories, cameras, or recording devices will not be permitted in the performance space. <br> Upon arrival at the venue, all phones, smart watches, and accessories will be secured in Yondr pouches that will be opened at the end of the event. Guests maintain possession of their belongings at all times and can access their phones throughout the event at designated Phone Use Areas in the venue. All phones will be re-secured in Yondr pouches before returning to the event space. <br> Anyone seen using a non-permitted device during the performance will be escorted out of the venue. Guests are encouraged to bring a credit card for purchases inside the venue. We appreciate your cooperation in creating a phone-free viewing experience. <br> Please note this venue will be cash & card only during this show.
- Format: Comedy
- Category: Comedy
- Event Type: comedy_event
- Presented By: FOX Entertainment Studios
Contributors
- Bill Burr
- Brent Weinbach
- Cory Loykaysek
- Frankie Quinones
- Kirk Fox
- Donny Divanian
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