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Amy Schumer To Open SeriesFest
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Amy Schumer, star of Netflix’s upcoming feature Kinda Pregnant, is heading to Denver, Colorado.
The comedian is to headline the opening night of television festival SeriesFest. She will kick off the 11th iteration of the event on Tuesday, April 29 with a stand-up performance at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre.
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The event has been gaining momentum over the last few years with appearances from the cast of Grey’s Anatomy and Mark Duplass last year.
“We are thrilled to have the multi-talented Amy Schumer kick off our 11th year with a very special performance for SeriesFest,” said Randi Kleiner, SeriesFest CEO and co-founder. “Amy is an innovator and her range of talent is exemplified by her award-winning experience as a film and television series writer, director, producer and star. We can’t wait to see what she brings to SeriesFest.”
Kinda Pregnant, which also stars Will Forte and Jillian Bell, launches on the streamer on February 5. Schumer plays Lainy, a woman who gets so jealous of her best friend’s pregnancy that she starts to wear a fake baby bump of her own, and accidentally meets the man of her dreams. She also wrote the film with Julie Paiva.
Elsewhere, she launched her last stand-up special Amy Schumer: Emergency Contact in 2023 on Netflix. It was nominated for a Golden Globe.
SeriesFest runs from April 29 – May 4.
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Amy Schumer, the award-winning comedian and actress, is set to open SeriesFest, the annual television festival in Denver, Colorado. Schumer, known for her stand-up comedy specials and hit TV show “Inside Amy Schumer,” will kick off the festival with a special event on June 18th.
SeriesFest, now in its 7th year, showcases the best new and innovative television series from around the world. With screenings, panels, and networking opportunities, the festival brings together industry professionals and TV lovers alike to celebrate the art of storytelling on the small screen.
Schumer’s involvement in SeriesFest is sure to bring a dose of humor and star power to the event. Fans can expect an entertaining and insightful opening night as Schumer takes the stage to share her experiences in the world of television and comedy.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to see Amy Schumer at SeriesFest! Tickets are on sale now, so grab yours before they sell out. Get ready for a weekend of binge-watching and industry insights at SeriesFest 2022.
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