Stand Up for Swamp:
Brunch Comedy Battles
April 17, 2026
When & Where
Bad Astronaut Brewing Co.
1519 Fulton St, Houston, TX 77009
Red carpet Hosted by: Lydia Arlen Opens 5:45pm
Doors open 6:30pm
Show Starts at 7:00pm
Short Description
We are incredibly excited to bring you an amazing charity fundraiser taking place on April 17th 2026. This special event is proudly presented in collaboration with Houston Media Source Public Access TV, Brunch Comedy Show, South Coast Studio, and the Houston Association of Producers—coming together to support a powerful cause through comedy, creativity, and community.
How It Works
Stand Up for SWAMP: The Brunch Comedy Battle is where comedy, community, and opportunity come together.
🎟️ Step 1: Become a Voter
Purchase a Voter Ticket ($35) to unlock the full experience:
Priority seating
The ability to Vote for your favorite Comedian! -Voters don’t just watch — they help shape the outcome.
🎤 Step 2: Comedians Take the Stage
Houston’s rising comedians deliver their best sets in a high-energy, PG-13 (clean comedy) showcase.
They’re performing for more than laughs — they’re stepping into real industry opportunities connected to:
SWAMP
Brunch Comedy Show
The broader “Houston comedy and entertainment scene”!
Top performers gain visibility, access, and momentum within the industry.
🗳️ Step 3: Votes + Judges Decide
The final outcome is determined by a combination of:
Audience votes (that’s you) :)
Judges’ input, from our Celebrity Judges:
Paul Provenza
Richelle Gemini
T. Sean Shannon
AND a New mystery Judge that sure to make you want to dance!
(Judge reveal coming soon on SWAMP’s social media.) (2) Instagram
More Than a Show — It’s a Mission
Your ticket directly supports SWAMP (Southwest Alternate Media Project), a Houston-based nonprofit empowering media artists through education, resources, and community programming.
Programs like SWAMP’s boot camps help young creatives:
Build confidence
Develop creative skills
Channel energy into positive self-expression
The arts aren’t extra — they’re essential.
Why It Matters
By attending, you’re helping:
Support the next wave of comedic talent
Strengthen Houston’s creative community
Fund programs that make a lasting impact
Your ticket does more than get you in the room — it helps move the culture forward.
🎟️ Ready to Be Part of It?
Secure your Voter Ticket, enjoy the show, and help spotlight the next standout voice in comedy.
Laugh. Vote. Support the culture.
Southwest Alternate Media Project is a Texas-based media arts organization dedicated to supporting independent filmmakers and nurturing a vibrant creative community. We promote regional film and video arts, provide resources for local artists, and cultivate an audience that values stories reflecting the cultural, social, and political diversity of the area.