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Among the many comedic icons Bay Area folks could enjoy during SF Sketchfest 2023 will be the talents behind the iconic series Pinky & The Brain.

SF Sketchfest Presents: A Narfy Afternoon with Pinky & The Brain will take place on January 29th at the Cobb’s Comedy Club. The event will feature Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche in a panel hosted by Cole Stratton. The event will feature the duo looking back on the series.

Anyone who grew up watching cartoons in the 90’s will be quick to recognize Rob Paulsen. Among his iconic roles are Yakko Warner from Animaniacs, Pinky from Pinky and the Brain, and PJ Pete in Goof Troop. His other major roles include Carl Wheezer in Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius, Gray Fox in Metal Gear Solid: The Twin Snakes, and Archie the Raccoon in The Penguins of Madagascar.

Maurice LaMarche is an iconic voice actor with a rich history in the industry. Among his most iconic roles are Brain in Pinky and the Brain, along with Egon Spengler in The Real Ghostbusters. He has also provided the voices of Calculon, Kif Kroker, Morbo, and Lrrr on Futurama. Gamers will also recognize him as the voice of Mr. Freeze in the Arkham games. 

Tickets for the event are on sale now

SF Sketchfest is one of the largest comedy festivals in the world with the 2023 event going from January 20th until February 5th. The event brings together local and national talents for a hilarious few weeks at various venues. 

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