Abbi Jacobson is an American comedian, actress, writer, and producer whose sharp comedic sensibility and illustrated storytelling have made her a defining voice in contemporary comedy television and beyond.
Defining moments and milestones
From her roots in New York's improv community, Abbi Jacobson co-created the cult web series *Broad City* with Ilana Glazer, which evolved into a critically acclaimed six-season Comedy Central phenomenon that redefined contemporary television comedy. Expanding beyond performance into writing, producing, illustration, and voice acting, she has established herself as a multidisciplinary creative force, most recently co-creating and starring in Amazon Prime's *A League of Their Own* while founding her own production company and fellowship program to nurture emerging talent.
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), B.F.A. in General Fine Arts (2006); studied stand-up comedy with poet Jeremy Sigler at MICA; studied acting at Emerson College; trained at the Atlantic Theater Company, Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (UCB), and the Magnet Theater in New York City
Recordings featuring Abbi Jacobson in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.