Stage 773 Announces 2013 Chicago Women's Funny Festival, 6/6-9
by BWW News Desk - Apr 02, 2013
Stage 773, founder and producer of the popular Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, has announced the 2013 Chicago Women's Funny Festival, June 6 - 9. Curated by Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival Executive Director Jill Valentine, the Chicago Women's Funny Festival will celebrate not only sketch comedy, but all forms of comedy including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, musical and more. Celebrating the best in local and national female comediennes, the 2013 Chicago Women's Funny Festival runs June 6 - 9. Performance times are Thursday, June 6 at 8, 9 and 10 p.m., Friday, June 7 at 8, 9, 10 and 11 p.m., Saturday, June 8 at 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 p.m. and Sunday, June 9 at 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 p.m. All performances take place at the recently renovated Stage 773 building, located at 1225 W. Belmont. Ticket prices range from $14-$15 and may be purchased at www.Stage773.com, by phone at 773.327.5252, and in person at Stage 773 box office. Tickets can be purchased at a discounted rate of $12 if purchased before May 19. (more...)
|
2013 Chicago Women's Funny Festival to Kick Off June 6
by BWW News Desk - Apr 01, 2013
Stage 773, founder and producer of the popular Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, is proud to announce the 2013 Chicago Women's Funny Festival, June 6 - 9. Curated by Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival Executive Director Jill Valentine, the Chicago Women's Funny Festival will celebrate not only sketch comedy, but all forms of comedy including stand up, sketch, solo, vaudeville, improvisational, musical and more. Celebrating the best in local and national female comediennes, the 2013 Chicago Women's Funny Festival runs June 6 - 9. (more...)
|
North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival Closes With Improv, Welcomes Legendary Improviser Susan Messing
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2013
This year the North Carolina Comedy Arts Festival closes with six days of improv comedy. The festival began as an improv festival and the final weekend is always a highlight. This year the festival is welcoming legendary improviser Susan Messing and acts from all across the country. The improv block runs Tuesday, February 12-Sunday, February 17. Tickets to festival shows range $12 - $18 and are available online at www.nccomedyarts.com. Final shows will take place at DSI Comedy Theater, 200 N Greensboro St. and at the Arts Center 300-G East Main St. (more...)
|
The Gift Theatre Announces U.S. Premiere of NATURAL GAS JUG BAND CHRISTMAS, 12/7-15
by BWW
News Desk - Dec 14, 2012
Natural Gas Jug Band Christmas, directed by Joey Lesiak and featuring Natural Gas members: Jim Kozyra, Kirby O'Connell, Carly Olson, Amy Speckien, John Pantlind, and Kyle Zornes, will play The Gift Theatre December 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2012. (more...)
|
The Gift Theatre Presents U.S. Premiere of NATURAL GAS JUG BAND CHRISTMAS, Now thru 12/15
by BWW News Desk - Dec 07, 2012
Natural Gas Jug Band Christmas, directed by Joey Lesiak and featuring Natural Gas members: Jim Kozyra, Kirby O'Connell, Carly Olson, Amy Speckien, John Pantlind, and Kyle Zornes, will play The Gift Theatre tonight, December 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2012. Lighting and sound design by Scott Pilsbury. (more...)
|
The Gift Theatre Announces U.S. Premiere of NATURAL GAS JUG BAND CHRISTMAS, 12/7-15
by BWW News Desk - Dec 05, 2012
Natural Gas Jug Band Christmas, directed by Joey Lesiak and featuring Natural Gas members: Jim Kozyra, Kirby O'Connell, Carly Olson, Amy Speckien, John Pantlind, and Kyle Zornes, will play The Gift Theatre December 7, 8, 14 and 15, 2012. (more...)
|
Sarah Silverman Hosts TBS JUST FOR LAUGHS Chicago Shows Tonight, 6/16
by TV News Desk - Jun 16, 2012
TBS and Just For Laughs are thrilled to announce that Emmy(R) Award-winning comedian Sarah Silverman will host two shows at The Chicago Theatre tonight, June 16. Sarah Silverman and Guests will feature some of her favorite comedians, with line-up details to be revealed shortly. (more...)
|
Sarah Silverman and More Added to TBS Just For Laughs Lineup
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 15, 2012
TBS and Just For Laughs today announced that Emmy® Award-winning comedian Sarah Silverman will host two shows at The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, June 16. Sarah Silverman and Guests will feature some of her favorite comedians, with line-up details to be revealed shortly.
(more...)
|
Stage 773 Announces 'The First Chicago Women's Funny Festival,' 6/6-10
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 09, 2012
Stage 773, founder and producer of the popular Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, today announced a new sister festival coming this June - the first ever Chicago Women's Funny Festival. Curated by Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival Executive Director Jill Valentine, the Chicago Women's Funny Festival 'will celebrate not only sketch comedy, but all forms of comedy including stand up, vaudeville, improvisational, musical and more.' (more...)
|
Stage 773 Announces 'The First Chicago Women's Funny Festival', Now thru 6/10
by BWW News Desk - Jun 06, 2012
Stage 773, founder and producer of the popular Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, today announced a new sister festival coming this June - the first ever Chicago Women's Funny Festival. Curated by Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival Executive Director Jill Valentine, the Chicago Women's Funny Festival 'will celebrate not only sketch comedy, but all forms of comedy including stand up, vaudeville, improvisational, musical and more.' (more...)
|
Sarah Silverman and More Added to TBS Just For Laughs Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2012
TBS and Just For Laughs today announced that Emmy® Award-winning comedian Sarah Silverman will host two shows at The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, June 16. Sarah Silverman and Guests will feature some of her favorite comedians, with line-up details to be revealed shortly.
(more...)
|
Sarah Silverman to Host TBS JUST FOR LAUGHS Chicago Shows, 6/16
by TV News Desk - May 16, 2012
TBS and Just For Laughs are thrilled to announce that Emmy(R) Award-winning comedian Sarah Silverman will host two shows at The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, June 16. Sarah Silverman and Guests will feature some of her favorite comedians, with line-up details to be revealed shortly. (more...)
|
1 2 3 next »
|
|
Drama Desk Award Winners - MATILDA, VANYA AND SONIA, PIPPIN, VIRGINIA WOOLF & More!
STAGE TUBE: MATILDA Cast Performs on The View!
John Bantay Talks to Richard Jay-Alexander About Musical Mondays Farewell
CHUCK Star Zachary Levi and Krysta Rodriguez Set to Lead FIRST DATE
Paris SUNDAY IN THE PARK Now Available For Download
Jennifer Hudson Joins AMERICAN IDOL's Judges' Panel!
VIDEO: Rooney Mara & Casey Affleck in First Trailer for AIN'T THEM BODIES SAINTS
Rihanna for River Island Summer Collection Lands May 25th
Exclusive InDepth InterView Audra McDonald Talks GO BACK HOME Album & PBS Special, MARLENE DIETRICH'S ABC, Upcoming Projects & More
Donkey Kong Country Returns is Back and Optimized for Portable Play
BWW Blog: Leah Edwards - Practice. Perform. Repeat
BWW Reviews: Millepied, Wheeldon and Martins - A Mixed Bag for City Ballet
Jay Leno Hosts Magical Evening to Celebrate Partnership for Cancer Care