Hundreds of comedians unpaid by one of UK's biggest comedy festivals
Summary
Hundreds of comedians who performed at the Leicester Comedy Festival in the UK have not been paid yet. The festival organizers say they are facing money problems and hope to pay the performers soon after receiving the funds owed to them.Key Facts
- Leicester Comedy Festival had about 100,000 visitors and over 500 performers this year.
- Many comedians, including well-known acts, have not received their payment.
- The festival ran from February 4 to February 22.
- Organizers say the delay is due to cashflow problems and they are waiting on money from sponsors, commissions, and ticket sales.
- Comedians reported being owed amounts from £180 up to nearly £2,000.
- Some event hosts and organizers who worked with the festival are also unpaid.
- Festival CEO said the delay is temporary and they are committed to paying all owed performers.
- Performers expressed frustration as they have costs and bills to pay but want the festival to succeed.
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