WORKSHOP |  Contracts 101 for Comedians | Saturday May 16 | #DWCF26

Detroit Women of Comedy Festival

Learn the business of being funny from attorney Charein Faraj, Esq. She'll break down contacts, venue deals, booking agreements, and more.

Planet Ant - Black Box Stage

Detroit Women of Comedy Festival 2026

The Detroit Women of Comedy Festival takes over all three Planet Ant stages (the Hall, the Independent Comedy Club, and the Black Box) on May 15 & 16, 2026.
Stand-up, sketch, improv, workshops, and more. 
Full schedule at detroitwomenofcomedy.com
#DWCF26

<h3>Detroit Women of Comedy Festival WORKSHOP</h3><h3>Saturday, May 16 —11am-12:30PM — black box</h3>$5 - Space LimitedYou work hard for your set, so don't let a bad contract take the punchline out of your paycheck. In this practical seminar, attorney Charein Faraj, Esq. breaks down what's actually in the agreements you're being handed and what should be. From venue deals and booking agreements to licensing and merchandise, you'll learn what clauses protect you, what red flags to watch for, and how to make sure you actually get paid. No legalese, no lecture. Just straight talk about protecting your career and your money. Speaker Bio: Charein Faraj, Esq. is a Michigan-based attorney and founder of Innovation Attorney &amp; Consulting, where she advises clients on contracts, business law, and legal strategy. With a practice spanning commercial negotiations, civil litigation, and legal technology, Charein brings a no-nonsense, practitioner-first approach to helping clients understand their rights before they sign on the dotted line. A recognized voice on AI in legal practice and a frequent panelist and speaker, she has a knack for translating complex legal concepts into plain language that actually makes sense, whether you're a business owner, a startup, or a comedian trying to get paid for a Friday night gig.__________________________________________________The Detroit Women of Comedy Festival celebrates and elevates women, trans, and non-binary comedy makers from Metro Detroit and beyond. DWCF strives to honor and amplify marginalized voices across a spectrum of genders and identities and create an inclusive platform for community-building, joy, and collaboration in comedy.The festival features improv, stand-up, sketch, podcasts, alt-comedy, and workshops. Proceeds directly support Detroit-based non-profits providing arts education and services for at-risk populations in the community.#DWCF26 takes over all three Planet Ant Stages - Ant Hall, The Black Box, and the Independent Comedy Club - May 15 &amp; 16.Learn more at <a href="https://www.detroitwomenofcomedy.com/" title="https://www.detroitwomenofcomedy.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.detroitwomenofcomedy.com</a>

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