The Comedy Crowd has officially launched submissions for Chorts! 2026/27, partnering with Funny Women to help develop the next generation of character comedy and digital sketch talent.
The global competition invites creators to submit short-form comedy sketches of two minutes or less. Standout creators will secure a place in the exclusive 2027 Comedy Cohort – an 8-week character development incubator.
As part of the collaboration, Lynne Parker, Founder of Funny Women, will join the cohort as a key mentor, sharing her extensive expertise in live performance, character development, and stage translation to help digital creators evolve their short concepts for live audiences and commercial opportunities.
The partnership continues a proven track record of shared success between the two networks: 2024/25 Chorts! winner Rosalie Minnitt went on to win the prestigious Funny Women Shorts Award in 2025.
Incubator Pathways & Industry Opportunities
- The Comedy Cohort: Category winners and selected shortlist creators will join an intensive 8-week incubator in early 2027, receiving direct mentorship from Team Comedy Crowd, Lynne Parker (Funny Women), and industry partners.
- Cash Prizes & Showcase: Features a £250 Industry Judge Prize and a £250 Audience Choice Award, culminating in a live screening showcase in London in early 2027.
- Top Talent Community: All shortlisted entries (the “Chortlist“) will be featured across Comedy Crowd channels and gain access to exclusive industry callouts.
Key Dates & How to Enter
- Submissions Close: Sunday, 20th December 2026 (23:59 GMT)
- Entry Fee: Free and open worldwide.
- Format: Maximum 2 minutes in length, submitted via a public video link (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reel, or Vimeo).
Creators can review the full submission guidelines and enter here!
