Kemah Bob Launches FOC Fest: A Celebration for Femmes of Colour in Comedy
Stand-up comedian Kemah Bob is hosting the inaugural FOC Fest, an all-day extravaganza celebrating femmes of colour in comedy. Originating in 2018 as a small club night called 'FOC It Up' within The Cocoa Butter Club festival, the initiative has grown into a significant platform offering workshops, masterclasses, and networking opportunities. The upcoming event at Soho Theatre features sessions on navigating difficult emotions through humor, industry panels with guests like Nana Hughes and Julia McKenzie, and a final comedy show. While open to all, the festival explicitly encourages white attendees to check their privilege, aiming to create a warm, inclusive space rather than one driven by performative activism. Despite operating without financial backing or sponsorship, Bob views this festival as a crucial movement to support new talent and reclaim voices that are often marginalized.
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Kemah Bob Launches FOC Fest: A Celebration for Femmes of Colour in Comedy
Stand-up comedian Kemah Bob is hosting the inaugural FOC Fest, an all-day extravaganza celebrating femmes of colour in comedy. Originating in 2018 as a small club night called 'FOC It Up' within The Cocoa Butter Club festival, the initiative has grown into a significant platform offering workshops, masterclasses, and networking opportunities. The upcoming event at Soho Theatre features sessions on navigating difficult emotions through humor, industry panels with guests like Nana Hughes and Julia McKenzie, and a final comedy show. While open to all, the festival explicitly encourages white attendees to check their privilege, aiming to create a warm, inclusive space rather than one driven by performative activism. Despite operating without financial backing or sponsorship, Bob views this festival as a crucial movement to support new talent and reclaim voices that are often marginalized.
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