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The Comedians is an upcoming American comedy television series starring Billy Crystal and Josh Gad. A 13-episode first season has been ordered by FX, which will premiere in spring 2015. The pilot episode was written by Larry Charles, Crystal, Matt Nix, and Ben Wexler and was directed by Charles.

Comedy Central to Debut Stand-Up Series THE HALF HOUR, 5/11
by Caryn Robbins - April 24, 2012

Comedy Central shines the spotlight on some of the funniest and most unique comedians out there today with the premiere of THE HALF HOUR, debuting Friday, May 11 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT and 11:30 p.m. ET/PT. ...


Comedian Myq Kaplan Appears on TBS's CONAN
by Caryn Robbins - June 05, 2013

Myq Kaplan appeared on last night's episode of Conan on TBS. The set was in support of the comedian's new stand-up album, Meat Robot, to be released digitally on Tuesday, June 11th...


Presidential Trivia Will Highlight Kids 'N Comedy's DID YOU KNOW SHOW, 2/26
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2012

In honor of President's Week, the comedians of Kids 'N Comedy's 'Did You Know Show' are pouncing upon presidential trivia. This original standup show with material by teenage comedians will occur February 26 at Gotham Comedy Club....


Mariette Rodriguez Headlines Comedy Night at Playhouse on Park 2/4
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2012

Live from the Playhouse, it's Comedy Night! Playhouse on Park's Comedy Night is back for a 'BYOB' night of laughs sponsored by Parkview Wines and Spirits....


Comedy Central to Release Myq Kaplan's MEAT ROBOT Digital Album, 6/11
by Tyler Peterson - May 28, 2013

Showcasing his wickedly smart and witty brand of humor, Kaplan's “Meat Robot” is the comedian's newest fast-paced, mind-melting and side-splitting stand-up comedy album. Kaplan delves into his grandmother's attempts to make grammar fun, how to avoid being axe-murdered and his love for fake meat name...


BWW Reviews: IDAHO LAUGH FEST, The Name Says It All
by Teresa Rodrick - January 27, 2014

What do you think of when you hear Idaho? Boise, maybe? Potatoes? well, now you can add comedy to that list. Idaho now has it's very own annual Laugh Fest. Megan Bryant took it upon herself to create and do the arrangements for the First Annual IDAHO LAUGH FEST, with the help of a few local comedian...


Camp Kids 'N Comedy Opens Graduation Shows to the Public
by Kelsey Denette - July 13, 2012

For the first time, Camp Kids 'N Comedy will open their Graduation Shows to the public for three shows, on July 20, August 3 and August 17 (all are Fridays), at 3:00 PM in Gotham Comedy club, 208 W 23 Street between 7th and 8th Avenues....


Luna Stage Announces Comedy Lineup
by Kelsey Denette - March 13, 2012

Michael Che, recently named a "Comic To Watch" by Comedy Central, hosts Stand-Up Comedy Night at Luna Stage, 555 Valley Road, West Orange, NJ on Thursday, March 29th, 2012 at 8pm. Mr. Che is the regular host of the ongoing series, which has become a much anticipated night of entertainment. ...


FX Orders THE COMEDIANS Pilot Starring Billy Crystal
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2013

According to Deadline, the legendary comedic actor's new series THE COMEDIANS from Matt Nix (BURN NOTICE) and Larry Charles (CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM), has been picked up by FX, and promptly given a series order. Crystal co-wrote with Charles and Ben Wexler (COMMUNITY) and also executive produce....


Colbert, Stewart et al to Perform at SECRET POLICEMAN'S BALL Airing on EPIX, 3/4
by Caryn Robbins - February 17, 2012

EPIX (www.epixhd.com), the multi-screen, multi-platform premium entertainment service, announced that it will be the exclusive U.S. broadcaster of Amnesty International's Secret Policeman's Ball, to be held at New York City's Radio City Music Hall, Sunday March 4, 2012 at 7pm ET/4pm PT. ...


Richard Pryor Radio Launches on SiriusXM
by Conor Sheeran - June 05, 2013

Sirius XM Radio announced today that it will launch 'Richard Pryor Radio,' a three-day channel devoted to the barrier-breaking comedian and entertainer beginning Friday, June 7 at 1:00 pm ET on The Foxxhole, Jamie Foxx's 24/7 exclusive comedy and entertainment SiriusXM channel....


Richard Pryor Radio Launches Today on SiriusXM
by Conor Sheeran - June 07, 2013

Sirius XM Radio launches 'Richard Pryor Radio,' a three-day channel devoted to the barrier-breaking comedian and entertainer beginning today, June 7 at 1:00 pm ET on The Foxxhole, Jamie Foxx's 24/7 exclusive comedy and entertainment SiriusXM channel....


Jeff Garlin to Headline Stand-Up Engagement at Carolines on Broadway, 2/11-13
by Kelsey Denette - January 08, 2013

Actor / Author / Comedian / Producer Jeff Garlin, star of HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm," will headline a very special three-night stand-up engagement at Times Square comedy hotspot Carolines on Broadway (1626 Broadway at 49th Street) beginning Monday, February 11 through Wednesday, February 13, with ...


Kids 'N Comedy to Present the 'When We Were Young Show,' 4/22
by Kelsey Denette - March 20, 2012

Kids 'N Comedy, New York's leading presenter of young comic talent, will present the 'When We Were Young Show' on April 22 at Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd Street. It's a theme show in which teenage comics long for a simpler time. Who said you had to wait till you were old to start complaining...


Pianist Yuja Wang Makes Atlanta Symphony Debut Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2012

Guest conductor Roberto Abbado will lead the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra April 19, 20, and 21, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. in Atlanta Symphony Hall at the Woodruff Arts Center....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Kevin Hart's World Premiere on Comedy Central
by TV News Desk - January 15, 2012

COMEDY CENTRAL's Stand-Up Month celebration will include JB Smoove and Russell Simmons reuniting for the premiere of 'Russell Simmons Presents The Ruckus.' The stand-up series begins its six episode run with a two episode premiere on Thursday, January 26 at 10:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Kevin Hart's World Premiere on Comedy Central
by TV News Desk - January 15, 2012

COMEDY CENTRAL's Stand-Up Month celebration will include JB Smoove and Russell Simmons reuniting for the premiere of 'Russell Simmons Presents The Ruckus.' The stand-up series begins its six episode run with a two episode premiere on Thursday, January 26 at 10:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m....


Josh Gad to Join Billy Crystal on Upcoming FX Pilot THE COMEDIANS
by Caryn Robbins - August 15, 2013

The Hollywood Reporter reports exclusively that Josh Gad will star opposite Billy Crystal in a new comedy pilot from FX titled THE COMEDIANS....


Brighton Fringe Secured Place as England's Largest Arts Festival in 2013
by Devin MacDonald - June 24, 2013

2013 saw Brighton Fringe cement its place as England's largest arts festival, with an estimated 270,000 attendees (31.4% increase on 2012) flocking to some of the 734 individual events (including 176 free ones), 3654 performances at 185 venues across the city - from the atmospheric Old Police Cells ...


Pianist Yuja Wang To Make Atlanta Symphony Debut in April
by Kelsey Denette - March 12, 2012

Guest conductor Roberto Abbado will lead the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra April 19, 20, and 21, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. in Atlanta Symphony Hall at the Woodruff Arts Center....


TBS to Premiere MEN AT WORK Season 2 in April
by Tyler Peterson - February 01, 2013

TBS has announced premiere dates for two of its original series set to hit the air in April. The network's hit original sitcom Men at Work is scheduled to launch its second season Thursday, April 4, at 10 p.m. (ET/PT). And TBS's new competition series Who Gets the Last Laugh? is set to premiere Tues...


VIDEO: Robin Williams Gets Physical on JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE!
by Sarah Bellet - November 13, 2013

Robin Williams was on Jimmy Kimmel Live! last night and it was glorious....


Matthew Osborn's SHOPPING CENTRE Comes to Edinburgh Fringe, Now thru Aug 26
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2012

RBM and Comedians Theatre Company presents SHOPPING CENTRE, written and performed by Matthew Osborn & directed by Maggie Inchley at The Third Door at The Gilded Balloon, 45-47 Lothian St, Edinburgh EH1 1HB, from tonight, Aug 1 through Aug 26....


ImprovBoston Set to Host ELECTION SHOW, 11/2-6
by Kelsey Denette - October 17, 2012

ImprovBoston's Election Show! returns for seven shows from Friday, November 2-Tuesday November 6. On the final night, audiences can stay at the theatre and watch the election returns. Tickets cost $14-$18 with a discount available for students with a valid ID. ImprovBoston is located at 40 Prospect ...


Aurora Theatre Funny Fridays Welcomes Back BlackTop Improv Group, 1/18 & 19
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2013

Aurora Theatre's Funny Fridays welcomes back the most popular comedy act in its six year history when the hilarious BlackTop Improv Group performs tonight, January 18-19 at 7:15 & 9:15 PM. This January also marks the one year anniversary of comedienne Debra Cole as the host of the wildly popular clu...






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