Mel Brooks Places Career Archives at National Comedy Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Mel Brooks announced his career archives, nearly 150,000 documents and over 5,000 photographs, will be preserved at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, spanning works from BLAZING SADDLES to THE PRODUCERS.
Alex Edelman to Perform at New York City Center in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026
Award winning-comedian, writer, and performer Alex Edelman will appear at New York City Center this fall. His last offering, Just For Us, played more than 500 performances all over the world - including acclaimed runs off and on Broadway.
Jerry Seinfeld to Return to Beacon Theatre With New Comedy
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026
Jerry Seinfeld is returning to New York's Beacon Theatre with all-new comedy, adding to his record-breaking residency that began in 2016. He currently holds the record for most comedy shows at the venue with 133 lifetime performances.
King Center Names Nick Palmiotti As General Manager
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2026
The King Center for the Performing Arts has appointed a new General Manager as the Florida venue marks its 38th anniversary, with a Community Open House planned for the public to meet the incoming leader.
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer & Seth Meyers to Headline National Comedy Center Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2026
Jerry Seinfeld, Bert Kreischer, and Seth Meyers will headline the National Comedy Center's annual comedy festival in Jamestown, New York, August 6–9, 2026, alongside Carol Leifer, Gina Brillon, and others.
Alex Edelman, Martin Short, & More Join Netflix Is a Joke Fest 2026 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026
Netflix Is a Joke Fest is back. The week-long extravaganza will once again bring together comedy's biggest names, including Rachel Bloom, Bill Burr, Alex Edelman, Jeff Hiller, Bob Odenkirk, Martin Short, Sarah Silverman, and many more.
Video: Watch the Trailer for New HBO Two-Part Mel Brooks Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 8, 2026
The official trailer has been released for the HBO Original two-part documentary about Mel Brooks, the legendary writer behind Broadway's The Producers and Young Frankenstein, along with films like Blazing Saddles, Spaceballs, and more. Check it out now.