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STAGE TIME: The Magazine That Empowers Comedians…
STAGE TIME is an online magazine that covers the craft and business of stand-up comedy. Dubbed the “Comedian’s Magazine,” STAGE TIME is one of the leading media resources for comedians providing informative interviews, career advice articles and insightful commentary.
A cutting-edge thing for comics. – Shang (HBO’s Def Comedy Jam, BET’s Comic View and Jamie Foxx’s Laffapalooza)
Your magazine rocks! As a stand-up, I have learned more in reading it for two hours than I would reading a “comedy” book. Thank you very much! – Belinda Carroll
The article written on me in STAGE TIME was a home run! After a year-and-a-half of courtship, I finally got the representation I have sought. – Tommy Savitt, winner of Boston Comedy Festival and Seattle International Comedy Competition
We needed this online magazine. You have done a great job with the articles you have chosen. I look forward to the next one. – Joel Pace, Head Booking Agent of Heffron Talent Int/The Comedy Zone Comedy Clubs
I love the bluntness of your blogs about stand up. I think there are a ton of a great comedians out here working hard at it and trying to develop the craft, but nobody seems to really care…I just wanted to say I love your attitude about doing the work and the fact that you are stressing it continuously. – Tom Simmons, winner of San Francisco Comedy Competition
Love what you are doing for the live comedy scene…Keep on pushing the envelope and bringing forward more attention to the craft. The world needs more positive thinkers and believers like yourself. – Ky Miller
You have an awesome magazine. Nice to be able to read great stuff like this from Australia. – Nick Cody
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
ABOUT STAGE TIME
What is STAGE TIME?
STAGE TIME is an online magazine that covers the craft and business of stand-up comedy.
Is the magazine free?
Yes.
Is STAGE TIME a print magazine?
No. The magazine is available online.
How is STAGE TIME different from other comedy and humor sites?
STAGE TIME is a leading comedy resource that specializes in covering the art and business of stand-up comedy. Founded in 2005 by a comedian and created for aspiring and professional comedians, STAGE TIME is a purpose-driven publication with a strong focus on comedy advocacy and education. Our objective is to empower and educate through informative interviews, career advice articles, thought-provoking commentary, and provide media support for talented comedians.
Interview and Review Requests
I am a comedian and would like to be featured in the magazine. How do I send a query?
The best way to reach us is by email. Send a query introducing yourself and copy bio and/or resume in the body of the email. Be sure to include links to your website or MySpace page and video clips. Please familiarize yourself with the magazine and tell us why you would be a great fit. Email: tips@stagetimemag.com.
How do I submit my CD/DVD or book for review?
Please send review materials and press kit to our mailing address. Feel free to send us an email to let us know that you’re sending your product for review. Review materials can be sent to STAGE TIME Magazine, 70A Greenwich Ave., #252, New York, NY 10011.
I would like to advertise on the site? What is the next step?
Our growing readership includes stand-up comedians (professional and aspiring), writers (comedy and media), entertainment industry professionals, talent bookers and managers, and comedy aficionados. We offer a variety banner sizes for your ad space needs at competitive rates. For more information, please email us at advertise[at]stagetimemag.com.
Writer Submissions
I would like to contribute. How do I submit a story idea?
We are accepting profiles, reviews, blogs and essays about working in the comedy business. You can email your proposed subject and explain why the story is ideal for the magazine. Be sure to introduce yourself and tell us about your comedy background.
Note: Please familiarize yourself with the magazine and read the current and back issues before pitching a story idea. Avoid pitching story ideas that have already been covered in the magazine (i.e. Last Comic Standing auditions and the N-Word) unless you have a fresh slant on the topic.
Do you pay for articles?
Not at this time. However, we do offer contributors a writer’s bio, free ad or links and stage time (7-15 minute spot on our comedy shows.)
STAGE TIME is an online magazine that covers the craft and business of stand-up comedy. Launched in 2005, STAGE TIME has emerged as one of the leading online media resources for comedians, providing informative interviews, career advice articles and insightful commentary.