# Saturday Night Live 2026-27 season preparations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/saturday-night-live-2026-27-season-preparations
> Updated: 2026-08-26T16:55:46.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Saturday Night Live is preparing for its 2026-27 season. The production has moved into the screen test phase for potential new cast members following talent showcases held in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York. 

Concurrently, the show has opened its ticket lottery for the upcoming season. Interested individuals must submit an email entry by August 31, 2026, to be considered for a randomly assigned show date or dress rehearsal.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Saturday Night Live opens 2026-27 season ticket lottery

The Saturday Night Live ticket lottery for the 2026-27 season is open for entries through August 31, 2026, via email.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saturday-night-live-opens-2026-27-season-ticket-lottery

### 2026-08-19: Saturday Night Live begins screen tests for Season 52 cast

Saturday Night Live has concluded its Season 52 talent showcases in Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, with several performers now reportedly moving on to screen tests.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saturday-night-live-begins-screen-tests-for-season-52-cast

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