Black Comedy Month™ (BCM), a groundbreaking initiative trademarked by Steve Capers, was born from the creative spirit of the 2017 Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest. BCM stands as a month-long, nationwide celebration of African American humor, featuring live events, on-air programming, and digital media platforms that bring audiences together in appreciation of Black comedic excellence.

BCM’s mission is powerful: to deepen appreciation for African American comedy by chronicling its rich history, from the vaudeville stages of the early 20th century to today’s influential voices. It serves as a cultural beacon, preserving the legacy and elevating the future of Black comedy for generations to come.

At its core, BCM aims to celebrate and document the artistry of past and present African American comedians within the entertainment industry. Recent programming has paid homage to iconic figures like Dick Gregory, with a moving tribute at the 8th annual Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest—an event that captures the essence of BCM’s dedication to honoring comedic legends.

Martha’s Vineyard island, known to be a summer retreat for the Obamas, the Clintons, and Spike Lee, reminiscent of lobster rolls and beach parties…adds laughter to the list of vacation memories. Every August on the island, the annual Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest  takes center stage by featuring some of the hottest African American comedians on the circuit which has included Damon Williams, Tony Roberts, Roz G., AJ Jamal, John Henton, Pierre, B-Phlat, Howie Bell, Chastity Washington, JJ Williamson, Michael Coylar, Gary “G-Thang” Johnson and many more.

The annual Martha’s Vineyard Comedy Fest is produced and managed by Knock-Knock Productions, a company that specializes in producing sponsored-driving stand-up comedy events nationwide.   Notify me when Tickets go on sale in 2020.