Six of the world’s biggest Vine stars are slated to hit the road for a comedy tour dubbed Team Internet Live. The sketch show, which is being produced in the vein SNL and Mad TV, will also feature digital shorts and musical acts. It kicks off on Oct. 2 in Los Angeles.
Team Internet Live is being produced by Collab — a digital studio that reps creators on Vine, YouTube, and beyond. Featured performers — who count a combined 30 million followers across all social platforms — include Darius Benson, David Lopez, J. Cyrus, Manon Mathews, Ry Doon, and Vincent Marcus.
While the cast members got their start on Vine, each has since branched out to other platforms and projects. Benson, for instance, appeared on CBS
’ The Amazing Race, while Mathews will appear in YouTube Red’s Single By 30 as well as Comedy Central’s Broad City. Cyrus, noted for his rapper impressions and outlandish character creations, also counts a large following on Snapchat.Tickets for Team Internet Live are priced at $25 for general admission and $80 for a VIP pass, which will enable fans to meet and take photos with the cast, as well as to receive an autographed poster. Additional dates have yet to be announced. For more information or to buy tickets, visit the Team Internet Live website right here.
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