“Saturday Night Live” is set to return for its 51st season on Saturday, October 4, after an exciting 50th anniversary celebration earlier this year. Fans can look forward to the show’s signature late-night comedy sketches, as well as the continuation of popular segments like Weekend Update, hosted by Colin Jost and Michael Che.
August holds special significance for devoted “SNL” fans, as it marks the time to enter the coveted ticket lottery for the upcoming season. This annual tradition allows fans to vie for complimentary tickets to either the 8 p.m. dress rehearsals or the 11:30 p.m. live tapings scheduled on Saturday nights.
To participate in the lottery, interested viewers can send an email to SNLTICKETS@NBCUNI.COM starting from midnight ET on August 1 until 11:59 p.m. ET on August 31. The email must include the sender’s first and last name along with a brief explanation of why they would like to be part of the studio audience. It’s important to note that entering the lottery doesn’t guarantee a ticket; only winners will be notified with a specific date and time for their attending show. Each person is permitted to submit only one entry during the month of August.
For those eager to revisit past episodes, all 50 seasons of “SNL” are currently available for streaming on Peacock, providing an excellent opportunity to relive classic moments before the new season kicks off.
The anticipation for Season 51 suggests a bright future for “SNL”, and with the iconic platform continuing to play a significant role in American comedy, fans have much to look forward to.