Frequently Asked Questions

Here you'll find answers to some of the most common questions about the Midtown Show.

Participation Guidelines

Q: Who is eligible to participate?
A: Participants must be 18 years or older.

Q: What are the video submission guidelines?
A: Videos must be within one minute, publicly accessible on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, X, TikTok, or Facebook, and free of hate speech, discrimination, and offensive material.

Voting and Judging

Q: How does the voting process work?
A: The competition involves three rounds: Public Voting, Judges' Voting, and Mixed Voting. Public votes combine social media reactions and event portal reactions. Details for later rounds will be announced subsequently.

Q: What criteria do judges use to evaluate submissions?
A: Judges look for originality and accept various comedy styles such as stand-up, improv, and sketch comedy.

Event Details

Q: What is the timeline for the event?
A: Submissions open on April 1, 2025, and close on April 30, 2025. Finalists are announced on July 1, with the final event on August 1.

Privacy and Conduct

Q: How will my data and submitted content be used?
A: Submitted videos remain your property. Any biographical information provided will be publicly shared.

Q: What is the event's code of conduct?
A: We emphasize respect and inclusivity, prohibiting discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or any other factor.

Prizes and Recognition

Q: What recognition do winners receive?
A: The top 10 winners will be recognized and featured on our event portal. Detailed prize information will be shared as it becomes available.

Judging

Q: How can I become a judge?
A: Apply to be a judge by submitting your credentials and a one-minute comedy routine via the Judges' application page.