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VIDEO: First Look - Bovine Metropolis Theater's TWILIGHT Spoof AMERICA THE UNICORN
by Stage Tube - May 24, 2013

Everyone knows that a unicorn makes the best history teacher. 'America The Unicorn' is the 36th original sketch comedy revue written and performed by Bovine Metropolis Theater's sketch team, and it's taking absurdity to a whole new level. A unicorn will teach a reinvented history of the United States, a version that's magical, strange, and hilarious. Check out a first look below! (more...)


Howie Mandel's Performances at The Orleans Showroom Cancelled, 6/7-8
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2013

Due to scheduling conflicts, Howie Mandel's upcoming performances at The Orleans Showroom on June 7 and 8 have been cancelled, it was announced today. Ticket holders may call the Boyd Gaming box office at 702.365.7075 for details on how to receive a refund. (more...)


Sarah Silverman, Seth Meyers and More Set for Montreal Just For Laughs Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2013

Sarah Silverman, Seth Meyers, Joan Rivers, Eddie Izzard, Taran Killam & Bobby Moynihan, Nick Kroll, Amy Schumer, Colin Quinn, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, Kristen Schaal, Bo Burnham, Hannibal Buress, Danny Bhoy, Marc Maron, Pete Holmes, Tig Notaro, Maria Bamford, and Judah Friedlander highlight the opening lineup announcements for this year's Montreal Just For Laughs Festival presented by Videotron in association with Loto-Québec. Comprised of some of the biggest female names in comedy, living legends, hottest stars, and brightest emerging talents, this year's lineup promises to be both the biggest and best in the Festival's history. (more...)


Jay Leno Hosts Magical Evening to Celebrate Partnership for Cancer Care
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013

Two of Santa Barbara's longtime nonprofit healthcare providers have joined forces with a shared vision of enhancing cancer care, and nearly 500 community members, donors, local businesses, and celebrities celebrated in style to support the partnership of the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum Clinic. (more...)


OMID DJALILI LIVE Set for 2013 Edinburgh Festival, Aug 13-25
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013

He's back (with a splash!) - following on from a hugely successful run in the West-End, Omid has announced a thirteen nights of Omid Djalili Live at the Edinburgh Festival this year at The Assembly Rooms, Music Hall. Tickets are on sale now. (more...)


THE KATRINA COMEDY FEST Comes to Hollywood Fringe, June 2013
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013

THE KATRINA COMEDY FEST by Rob Florence Directed by Misty Carlisle, will feature: Judy Jean Berns, Peggy Blow, Deidrie Henry, Travis Michael Holder, Jan Munroe, and L.Trey Wilson at The Lounge Theatre, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, Calif., as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival. The show runs at 8 PM, every Wed., Thurs., Sat., & Sun. in June. (more...)


Comix At Foxwoods Welcomes Na'im Lynn, Now thru 5/25
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013

Comedian on the rise, Na'im Lynn, will take over the Comix stage for four performances tonight, May 23 at 8 p.m., Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 25 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Fans are welcomed to witness a 'Nasty Show with Na'im Lynn' during his final uproarious performance. (more...)


Rebecca Kohler and Nile Seguin Record Stand-Up DVDs at The LOT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013

Critically acclaimed stand-up comics Nile Seguin (Halifax Comedy Festival, Just For Laughs Festival, Match Game) and Rebecca Kohler (Comedy Now, Just For Laughs) will each be recording full headlining sets at The LOT Stand-Up Comedy Club tonight, May 23. This promises to be a wickedly funny as well as a funnily (is that a word?) wicked show. (more...)


Hannibal Buress Signs Overall Deal with Comedy Central
by TV News Desk - May 22, 2013

Hannibal Buress is bringing his swagger and laid back, cerebral comedic style to COMEDY CENTRAL in a big way. The #1 brand in comedy has signed Buress to a wide-ranging, multiplatform development deal which includes a recurring role on the upcoming scripted series "Broad City," a commitment for a pilot which Buress will executive produce, and a one-hour original stand-up special, all produced by 3 Arts, as well as a major market, nationwide "COMEDY CENTRAL Live" stand-up tour, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, President, Content Development and Original Programming, COMEDY CENTRAL. (more...)


Rusty Z, Comedy Hypnotist, Comes to Comedy Works at the Landmark, 6/26-30
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013

Rusty Z: Comedy Hypnotist will appear at Comedy Works South at the Landmark, June 26 - 30. Bring the family Sunday for an All Ages, Family Show! (more...)


Mike Wilmot Set for Comedy Works Landmark Village, Now thru 5/26
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013

Mike Wilmot will appear at Comedy Works South at the Landmark, tonight, May 22 - 26, 2013. (more...)


Muslim Comedians Mo Amer and Azhar Usman Come to Carolines on Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013

Two of the Western world's most popular Muslim comedians will share their original comic voices on politics, religion and life in general when they take the stage at Carolines on Broadway for the first time, tonight, May 22 and the 23rd. (more...)


Pivot Multi-Arts Festival is Presented, 6/6 - 6/22
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2013

Pivot Arts launches a new celebration of innovative theater, music and dance in unique and often historic spaces from June 6 – 22, 2013 throughout Chicago's Uptown and Edgewater neighborhoods. The inaugural PIVOT MULTI-ARTS FESTIVAL answers the City's call for a reinvigorated Uptown Entertainment District by uniting artists, businesses and local organizations around multidisciplinary “pop-up” performances occurring in a former Vaudeville Theater, an at-one-time Charlie Chaplin film studio and other historic spaces throughout these communities. Tickets are now on sale, with a range of free events and no more than $15 per event. To purchase tickets, and for complete festival information, visit www.pivotarts.org/festival or call 773-609-0782. (more...)


VIDEO: First Look - Jerry Lewis Stars in MAX ROSE
by Movies News Desk - May 21, 2013

The Hollywood Reporter has debuted a first look at MAX ROSE, starring Jerry Lewis as a jazz pianist, Max, who has just lost his wife of more than 50 years. Max discovers something just days before she dies that leads him to believe she has been unfaithful, and he attempts to search out the truth. Check out a first look below! (more...)


Josh Blue Releases STICKY CHANGE Today
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2013

Josh Blue is perhaps best known as the comedian who puts the cerebral in Cerebral Palsy. In his most recent stand-up special STICKY CHANGE, the 'Last Comic Standing' champ brings his distinctive voice to the stage poking fun at the world like only he can. Sticky Change will be released by New Wave Dynamics today, May 21, 2013 digitally and in a CD/DVD combo pack. (more...)


YouTube Announces Special COMEDY WEEK Lineup
by TV News Desk - May 20, 2013

YouTube ramps up the laughs for its first-ever YouTube Comedy Week with dedicated programming featuring live performances, new episodes from popular YouTube comedy channels and curated top ten lists from over 100 YouTube stars at www.youtube.com/comedyweek. (more...)


VIDEO: Must Watch - Mel Brooks AMERICAN MASTERS on PBS May 20!
by Stage Tube - May 19, 2013

We've got a MUST WATCH reminder for Monday night - American Masters Mel Brooks: Make a Noise, the newest film in the American Masters series, will premiere nationally Monday, May 20 at 9pm ET/PT on PBS(check local listings), and will be released on DVD by Shout! Factory on May 21. (more...)


The Chuckleheads Return to Charlotte Comedy Zone at the NC Music Factory Today
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2013

The Family Friendly Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring the Chuckleheads Returns to the Charlotte Comedy Zone at the NC Music Factory today, May 19 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. (more...)


The Largest Creative Industry Mixer Opens Today with Over 800 Guests - All Proceeds Benefit ALS
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2013

Rain or shine, in addition to the main studio we have 10 hospitality tents by Apex Event Production and plenty of free off street parking! (more...)


Max Dolcelli Headlines Ivoryton Alliance Comedy Night Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2013

It's laughs galore at the Ivoryton Playhouse on May 18th, when the Ivoryton Village Alliance sponsors its biggest event of the year to raise funds for the spectacular Ivoryton Illuminations. (more...)


Roharik Productions Presents Columbus Creative Industry Mixer Today
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2013

The Columbus Creative Industry Mixer is Central Ohio's largest creative networking event, bringing together the who's-who of the creative arena on one highly anticipated night. Roharik Productions, commercial photography and video production studio, is hosting the 5th annual Mixer today, May 18th at 9PM. (more...)


No Name to Welcome The Summer Replacements and Comic Liam McEneaney, 5/31
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2013

No Name' Comedy and Variety Show house band THE SUMMER REPLACEMENTS will bring their mix of old school R & B and rock and comedian Liam McEneaney (Comedy Central's 'Premium Blend'), will bring the laughs to Brooklyn's Williamsburg Music Center (WMC) at a special show on Friday, May 31st. (more...)


Bill Burr Makes ACES OF COMEDY Debut at The Mirage Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2013

The Mirage Hotel & Casino will welcome comedian Bill Burr to the resort when he makes his Aces of Comedy debut at the Terry Fator Theatre tonight, May 17 - 18 at 10 p.m. nightly. Burr is one of the top comedic voices of his generation, achieving success in TV and film as well as the live stage. (more...)


Harland Williams Appears at Comedy Works Landmark Village Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2013

Harland Williams is set for Comedy Works South at the Landmark, tonight, May 17 and tomorrow, May 18, 2013. (more...)


Nick DiPaolo Headlines at Marisa's and Treehouse Comedy Club Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2013

Nick DiPaolo will be performing his stand-up for two nights: at Marisa's in Trumbull on May 17th at 9:00 , with tickets at $22.00, and at The Treehouse Comedy Club at Billy Tee's on May 18th at 8:00, with tickets at $20.00. (more...)



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