SNL Star James Austin Johnson Gets ‘Crazy’ At Moontower Comedy Festival
The comedian known for his Trump impressions shares wild moments from his Austin performance
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Saturday Night Live cast member James Austin Johnson recently took his comedy skills to Texas, performing at the prestigious Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin. The comedian shared glimpses of his apparently wild performance through a series of candid photos on Instagram.
“Thanks for having me @moontowercomedy. Things got… a little crazy.. as you can see 😅,” Johnson captioned his post, which featured four images showcasing what appears to be quite an energetic performance.
Wild Times In Austin
The images reveal Johnson in various animated poses on stage, displaying his signature physical comedy style that SNL viewers have come to appreciate. In one photo, the comedian appears to be mid-action, seemingly in the midst of an intense comedic bit that had the audience engaged. The other images capture different moments from his performance, all suggesting the high-energy approach he brought to the festival.
Johnson’s appearance at Moontower comes shortly after he announced his participation in the festival through an earlier Instagram post where he wrote: “I am moving to Austin!! For the weekend!! Come see me at @moontowercomedy. I’ve got a headliner show you can come see and a couple other little appearances between 4/18-19.”
SNL’s Impression Master
For those unfamiliar with Johnson, he joined the cast of Saturday Night Live in 2021 for its 47th season and quickly made a name for himself with his spot-on impressions, particularly his portrayal of former President Donald Trump. According to his Wikipedia page, before joining SNL, Johnson was a stand-up comedian who gained significant attention for his Trump impression videos on social media platforms, which eventually caught the eye of SNL producers.
Johnson’s comedy career began in Nashville, Tennessee, where he performed stand-up while also appearing in various comedy shows and festivals across the country. His skill with impressions extends beyond Trump – he’s also known for his takes on Joe Biden, Lindsey Graham, and various celebrities.
Busy Comedy Schedule
Based on his recent social media activity, Johnson maintains an active performance schedule outside of his SNL duties. In addition to his Moontower appearance, he recently performed at Union Hall in New York, participating in a show called POST WAR alongside fellow comedian Neel Nanda.
Johnson’s comedy style often incorporates musical elements, as evidenced by several recent Instagram posts where he shares clips of himself performing song parodies and musical comedy bits. In one post, he shared a comedic folk song fragment, while another featured what he described as “Gucci Gang American Pie,” showcasing his versatility as a performer.
His comedic range was also on display in a recent SNL appearance where he portrayed various characters, including one from the show “Genius” where, as he self-deprecatingly noted, he played someone “obnoxious.”
What’s Next For Johnson
In his Moontower announcement post, Johnson hinted at more touring plans, telling fans: “And if you can’t do this one, I’m coming back to Texas this summer. Full tour announce coming next week!!”
This suggests comedy enthusiasts across the country may soon have opportunities to see Johnson’s high-energy performances live as he balances his SNL commitments with stand-up touring.
For now, fans can enjoy the glimpses of his Moontower performance through his Instagram posts, which continue to showcase why he’s become one of the more distinctive voices in contemporary comedy.
Johnson’s ability to blend impression work with physical comedy and musical elements has established him as a versatile performer both on television and on the stand-up stage. If his Moontower appearance is any indication, those attending his future shows can expect things to get, in his own words, “a little crazy.”
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