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Bobby Slayton Heads to Comedy Works Larimer Square This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2015

A true 'comic's comic,' Bobby Slayton, often referred to as 'The Pitbull of Comedy,' has been performing his own intense style of stand-up comedy for over 20 years, becoming one of the best known, respected, and energetic comics working today. Acclaimed as 'Armed and Dangerous' by the NY Daily News ...


Lewis Black to Bring New Rants to DPAC This Fall Photo Lewis Black to Bring New Rants to DPAC This Fall
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2017

Following the highly successful 2016 leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH TOUR, Lewis Black's 2017 THE RANT, WHITE & BLUE TOUR will stop at DPAC today November 17, 2017....


Comedy Icon Dana Carvey Returns to The Orleans Showroom Sept. 23-24
by A.A. Cristi - August 15, 2016

"Saturday Night Live" alumni and celebrated comedian Dana Carvey will perform at The Orleans Showroom on Sept. 23 and 24....


An Evening Of Judy-ism! JUDY TENUTA Returns To The Copa Palm Springs For One Special Photo An Evening Of Judy-ism! JUDY TENUTA Returns To The Copa Palm Springs For One Special Night!
by David Green - November 21, 2017

The Copa Palm Springs presents the hilarious cmic icon Judy Tenuta for one night only on November 24 at 8:00 pm. Judy Tenuta has appeared in shows from The Vagina Monologues to Menopause The Musical. Her stand-up specials have aired on Showtime, HBO, and Lifetime. Judy was featured as the national s...


Comedian Judy Tenuta to Headline The Grove Theatre, 11/14
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2015

Judy Tenuta comes to The Grove Theatre on November 14th. Judy is the most famous person who has ever lived...and if you don't believe it, just ask her....


VIDEO: Eddie Vedder Sings Emotional 'Better Man' Farewell to DAVID LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - May 19, 2015

On last night's LATE NIGHT, Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder gave an emotional performance of 'Better Man' with Paul Schaffer and the CBS Orchestra...


Blue Note Hawaii Hosts Comedy Legend ROSEANNE BARR
by A.A. Cristi - September 23, 2016

Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, announces two nights of comedy with television superstar and award-winning actress, Roseanne Barr. The original domestic goddess Roseanne Barr will amaze audiences November 4 and 5, with one show nightly at 8:00 p.m...


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Watch Opening Moments of Tonight's Historic Final Broadcast of DAVID LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - May 20, 2015

Below, watch the opening moments of Letterman's final broadcast, airing tonight, Wednesday, May 20 (11:35 PM ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network....


VIDEO: Bill Murray Pops Out of Cake on Final LETTERMAN Appearance
by Caryn Robbins - May 20, 2015

Bill Murray made a messy entrance for his final appearance on last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN. Check out the video below!...


VIDEO: Norm Macdonald Bids An Emotional Farewell to David Letterman
by Caryn Robbins - May 18, 2015

Comedian Norm Macdonald stopped by Friday night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN to perform a stand-up routine and give an emotional farewell to the exiting host....


Comedian Lewis Black Added to Fox Cities P.A.C. Lineup
by Tyler Peterson - April 25, 2016

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center is excited to announce Live Nation's presentation of comedian Lewis Black in his The Emperor's New Clothes: The Naked Truth Tour , coming to the Fox Cities P.A.C. Friday, Sept. 30 at 8 p.m. ...


Lewis Black to Perform at Riverwalk Center Breckenridge in 2016
by Tyler Peterson - December 14, 2015

Following the highly successful 2015 fall leg of his The Rant is Due: Part Deux tour, Lewis Black's all new THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH tour is coming to the Riverwalk Center Friday, March 18th, 2016 at 8pm....


Emmy Winner Dana Carvey to Return to The Orleans Showroom, 4/1-2
by Tyler Peterson - February 29, 2016

'Saturday Night Live' alumni and beloved comedic star Dana Carvey will perform at The Orleans Showroom on April 1 and 2....


VIDEO: Foo Fighters Perform 'Everlong' to Close Out DAVID LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - May 21, 2015

Below, watch Foo Fighters perform 'Everlong' accompanied by highlights spanning 33 years of Dave's late-night career on the final episode of The Late Show with David Letterman....


VIDEO: Tom Hanks Teaches DAVID LETTERMAN How to Use Selfie Stick
by Caryn Robbins - May 19, 2015

On one of the final broadcasts of CBS's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN, guest Tom Hanks brought along a selfie stick and showed the long-time talk show host how it's used for a self portrait....


VIDEO: DAVID LETTERMAN Thanks Family, Staff & Fans in Emotional Farewell
by Caryn Robbins - May 21, 2015

In his final remarks as host of CBS's LATE SHOW, David Letterman thanked his family, his fans and his long-time bandleader Paul Schaffer. Check out highlights of the moving farewell below...


Lewis Black to Bring New Rants to DPAC This Fall
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2017

Following the highly successful 2016 leg of his THE EMPEROR'S NEW CLOTHES: THE NAKED TRUTH TOUR, Lewis Black's 2017 THE RANT, WHITE & BLUE TOUR will stop at DPAC on Friday November 17, 2017....


An Evening Of Judy-ism! JUDY TENUTA Returns To The Copa Palm Springs For One Special Photo An Evening Of Judy-ism! JUDY TENUTA Returns To The Copa Palm Springs For One Special Night!
by David Green - November 21, 2017

The Copa Palm Springs presents the hilarious cmic icon Judy Tenuta for one night only on November 24 at 8:00 pm. Judy Tenuta has appeared in shows from The Vagina Monologues to Menopause The Musical. Her stand-up specials have aired on Showtime, HBO, and Lifetime. Judy was featured as the national s...


Backstage with Richard Ridge: Jason Alexander Looks Back on His Broadway Roots! Photo Backstage with Richard Ridge: Jason Alexander Looks Back on His Broadway Roots!
by Nicole Rosky - December 11, 2017

The rest of the world might know him as Jerry Seinfeld's on-screen best bud, but theatre lovers remember him for the many roles he has played onstage over his four decade-long career....


Bobby Slayton Coming to Comedy Works Larimer Square, 5/19-21
by Tyler Peterson - May 03, 2016

A true 'comic's comic,' Bobby Slayton, often referred to as 'The Pitbull of Comedy,' has been performing his own intense style of stand-up comedy for over 20 years, becoming one of the best known, respected, and energetic comics working today. Acclaimed as 'Armed and Dangerous' by the NY Daily News ...


Breaking News: Jerry Lewis Dies at 91 Photo Breaking News: Jerry Lewis Dies at 91
by Robert Diamond - August 20, 2017

BroadwayWorld has confirmed that comic legend Jerry Lewis died at 91 years old this morning at his home in Las Vegas....


VIDEO: Bob Dylan Makes Rare TV Appearance on DAVID LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - May 20, 2015

On the second to last broadcast of LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN, legendary musician Bob Dylan made a rare television appearance, performing 'The Night We Called It a Day' from his new album....


VIDEO: Eddie Vedder Sings Emotional 'Better Man' Farewell to DAVID LETTERMAN
by Caryn Robbins - May 19, 2015

On last night's LATE NIGHT, Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder gave an emotional performance of 'Better Man' with Paul Schaffer and the CBS Orchestra...


Emmy Winner Monica Piper to Bring FARMISHT, FARKLEMPT & FARBLUNGIT to the JCC Photo Emmy Winner Monica Piper to Bring FARMISHT, FARKLEMPT & FARBLUNGIT to the JCC
by BWW News Desk - September 09, 2017

Emmy Award-winning writer and comedienne, Monica Piper will be bringing her one woman stand up show. 'Farmisht, Farklempt & Farblungit' to the JCC on September 9 as the 2017 Signature Event of the New Jewish Theatre....


BWW Invite: Attend SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversation with Jason Alexander! Photo BWW Invite: Attend SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversation with Jason Alexander!
by Nicole Rosky - November 30, 2017

On Friday, December 1 (2:00 PM) join us at the Robin Williams Center (247 W 54th St) for a Career Conversations Q&A with Jason Alexander, moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge....






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