Bourse Humoriste

The Bourse Humoriste is an award by the Fondation Lagardère to support a young comedian in the creation and dissemination of a new comedic show. Projects eligible include stand-up, one man/woman shows or solo performances. Support is intended to cover aspects such as writing, venue rental, touring and communication, and the prize includes a monetary endowment.

Monetary endowment and support for creation and dissemination of a new show (writing, venue rental, touring, communication).

Open to a young comedian with a project for a new show (stand-up, one man/woman show or solo performance). The candidate must have previously presented a show of at least 10 minutes and have completed at least 30 public performances of that previous show.

Call for applications (closed for 2026); candidates must apply to the Fondation during the open call and can contact the Fondation for questions.