Kennedy Center Teams Up With Netflix To Stream Mark Twain Prize
by Michael Major
- Mar 14, 2024
The Kennedy Center collaborates with Netflix to stream the Mark Twain Prize, and sets the cast. Get the latest updates on this exciting partnership and the star-studded cast lineup. This year's program will feature a cast of leading performers, including Dave Burd aka “Lil Dicky,” Dave Chappelle, Jimmy Fallon, Tiffany Haddish, and more.
Review: MARTIN URBANO: APOLOGY COMEBACK TOUR, Soho Theatre
by Kat Mokrynski
- Jan 18, 2024
“Make a noise if you’ve ever watched porn before!” From the start, you can tell that Martin Urbano: Apology Comeback Tour is going to be a weird one. Indeed, the concept of the show itself is a bit strange - Urbano is playing the role of a cancelled comedian, but he is also playing himself, reflecting on what it is like to play the role of another.
Kevin Hart to Receive the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Michael Major
- Nov 15, 2023
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Kevin Hart on March 24, 2024 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world’s greatest humorists, will be awarded at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.
59E59 Theaters Unveils Exciting Lineup for Fall 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Aug 29, 2023
Discover the highly anticipated shows and events coming to 59E59 Theaters this fall. From captivating dramas to hilarious comedies, there's something for everyone in the lineup. Don't miss out on this exciting season of performances.
Review: Uninhibited AIN'T NO MO' at Baltimore Center Stage
by Jack L. B. Gohn
- Nov 4, 2022
As the director says, this is a 'Black play that speaks to Black people and talks about Black shit.' But it allows larger audiences a chance to listen in to the conversation and laugh, if more gently, at the jokes. While not everything in the show is funny, much of it is irresistibly so.
A&E To Premiere THE RIGHT TO OFFEND Two-Part Documentary
by Michael Major
- May 24, 2022
A&E Network will premiere the new two-part documentary event “Right to Offend: The Black Comedy Revolution” exploring the progression of Black comedy and the comedians who have used pointed humor to expose, challenge and ridicule society’s injustices and to articulate the Black experience in America.
VIDEO: Showtime Releases WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT COSBY Trailer
by Michael Major
- Jan 19, 2022
Showtime released the official trailer for the upcoming four-part docuseries We Need to Talk About Cosby, from Emmy-winning director W. Kamau Bell (United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell). The four-parter sheds new light on Cosby’s cultural contributions and impact at the height of his disgrace.
VIDEO: Showtime Shares WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT COSBY Documentary Trailer
by Michael Major
- Dec 20, 2021
SHOWTIME Documentary Films today announced We Need To Talk About Cosby, a four-part docuseries from Emmy-winning director W. Kamau Bell (United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell) that offers an in-depth look at the revolutionary career and personal descent of Bill Cosby. Watch the new teaser now!
Arts Garage Launches New Comedy Series with Jimmie 'JJ' Walker
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Dec 17, 2021
On Thursday, January 6, Arts Garage launches an hysterical new comedy series The Art of Laughter, kicking off with TV, Film and Comedy Club superstar Jimmie “JJ” Walker. The new series will run quarterly on First Thursdays and will feature some of the best touring comedians from South Florida and beyond.
THE HONORABLE HERBERT PEABODY to Make Off-Broadway Premiere in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Dec 15, 2021
How does a hapless tour guide juggle a Senator’s lofty legacy with his litany of sex scandals? That’s the question at the heart of the seriously funny one-man show, The Honorable Herbert Peabody, written and performed by Kirk McGee and developed with and directed by Corey Atkins.
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