Our journey began back in 2018 when a group of comedians and a producer walked into a bar; none of them knew what they were doing. In Michiana, the demand for more comedy was palpable amidst a broader surge in art, music, theater, and live entertainment driven by a community eager to participate and enjoy. To meet this demand, our team took on the challenge of producing more comedy shows.
Following our inaugural DIY Comedy show and several successful partnerships with local organizations, the disruptions of 2020 did not deter us. We swiftly transitioned to hosting live-streamed DIY Comedy zoom open mics, maintaining our commitment to community engagement. As restrictions eased, we organized outdoor open mics in collaboration with Indiana Whiskey, transforming a loading dock and parking lot into lively entertainment spaces with attendees bringing their own chairs. As seasons shifted, we secured an indoor venue on the south side of South Bend, generously offered by friends Jeff and Pam, enabling us to host monthly shows and weekly open mics throughout 2022.
Today, DIY Comedy operates from its own leased building at 2432 Bypass Road in Elkhart, Indiana, with plans to refurbish it into a 200-seat comedy venue. Comprised of a team of four partners, we are excited for the years ahead as we deepen community engagement through videos, podcasts, and comedy productions, striving to establish ourselves as the premier destination for live entertainment in the region.
Bryan Collins
DIY Comedy Cafe, LLC
2432 Bypass Road, Elkhart, Indiana 46514, United States
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