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Austin Sketch Fest returns with an SNL cast member, a delusional starlet and rising Texas comedians
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· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about Austin Sketch Fest can be found through local news sources, including KUT, which has reported on the event's return and its featured performers.
Austin Sketch Fest is returning to the city. The event will feature a cast member from Saturday Night Live, as well as a character described as a delusional starlet. Rising comedians from Texas are also scheduled to perform at the festival.
For more information about the event, including the specific lineup and schedule, readers can visit the KUT website. Further details about Austin Sketch Fest can be found through local news sources, including KUT, which has reported on the event's return and its featured performers.
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Category: local Published: August 11, 2026 Source: KUT Reading time: 1 min
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