Ross McCoy exits OG comedy show after a decade
After a decade at the helm of Shit Sandwich, Orlando’s legendary indie comedy showcase, Ross McCoy has stepped away. It wasn’t a long-planned departure. Instead, McCoy said the decision became obvious and felt right as the 10-year mark approached.
While some might have expected a grand sendoff, McCoy opted for a quieter transition. “I made what I think was a selfish decision,” he said. “I could’ve made a big deal about my last Shit Sandwich or the 14th anniversary, but that would’ve benefited the bar more than me. So instead, I made a big deal out of What Do You Want From Us last week, where I got the ticket sales.”
What Do You Want From Us is one of the comedy productions that will take up more space in McCoy’s life going forward.
McCoy said the shift also frees him up to pursue reviving his touring show Tumbleweed, expanding What Do You Want From Us with co-host Larry Fulford, and embracing his soft-promoted role at PyroSpot Fireworks. With his youngest child set to graduate and two of his three kids still at home, McCoy said he’s entering a season of change, opportunity and renewed creative energy.
