Comedystreet

Comedystreet is a German entertainment show created by and starring comedian Simon Gosejohann. The show uses a hidden camera format, in which Gosejohann takes on various roles designed to surprise and shock passersby. Many of the sketches are filmed in North Rhine-Westphalia, particularly in the Ruhr area and the cities of Dortmund and Essen. Additional filming takes place in the Rhine-Ruhr region, including Düsseldorf, as well as on the islands of Sylt and Norderney. Some episodes are also shot in foreign cities such as Paris and Prague. Gosejohann's actions are recorded using hidden cameras, in a style similar to the British comedy series Trigger Happy TV and World Shut Your Mouth by Dom Joly. Simon's brother, Thilo, is responsible for the filming. Comedystreet premiered on 2 September 2002 on the German TV station ProSieben. Due to the show's success, a fifth season was confirmed. In October 2010, the show entered syndication on Comedy Central. The crew consists of the two brothers and a director. The director handles legal matters, including obtaining broadcast licenses and managing the necessary procedures. All participants are informed and asked to provide written consent before their footage is used.