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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.

Funny Fridays at Aurora Theatre Announces New Host - Same Great Comedy
by Gabrielle Sierra - December 27, 2011

In 2012, Aurora Theatre Funny Fridays introduces a new permanent host for the club comedy performances on the square in downtown Lawrenceville on January 20, with shows at 7:15 & 9:15 PM....


Playhouse on Park Presents JOHNNY RIZZO 11/23
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2011

Live from the Playhouse, it's Comedy Night! After welcoming Sam Greenfield in September, Playhouse on Park's Comedy Night is back for a no-holds-barred, 'BYOB' night of laughs sponsored by Parkview Wines and Spirits....


Ricky Gervais, Louis C.K., Jerry Seinfeld Lead Talking Funny 4/22
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 22, 2011

What does it mean to be a successful comedian? How far can the boundaries of taste be pushed to get a laugh? Four top comics - Ricky Gervais, Louis C.K., Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock - discuss and debate their craft on the laugh-filled HBO presentation TALKING FUNNY, debuting FRIDAY, APRIL 22 (9:00...


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Kevin Hart's World Premiere on Comedy Central, 1/15
by Caryn Robbins - January 05, 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....


Aurora Theater Co Hosts The Muslims are Coming!
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 26, 2011

'The Muslims are Coming!' stand up comedy show, featuring some of today's top Muslim-American comedians, is heading out on its first ever tour....


Josh Wolf and Brad Williams to Appear at Comedy Works, Now thru 10/7
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2012

Josh Wolf will perform stand-up at Comedy Works Larimer Square, October 5 and 6. Brad Williams is set to appear at Comedy Works Landmark Village, tonight, October 4 - 7...


Comedy Central to Debut Stand-Up Series THE HALF HOUR Tonight, 5/11
by TV News Desk - May 11, 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 tonight, May 11 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT and 11:30 p.m. ET/PT....


Amused Moose Presents AMUSED MOOSE COMEDY AWARDS, Aug 3-17
by Max Schwager - May 30, 2012

This year's Amused Moose Laugh Off and Amused Moose Laughter Award's introduces new talent to audiences during a series of showcases. Last year these included Sarah Millican, Andi Osho and Jack Whitehall....


Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival Set for 10/11 With 'A Roast of Anthony Bourdain'
by Kelsey Denette - September 06, 2012

The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE is getting into the business of roasting for its 2012 edition - roasting one of the world's most recognized culinary explorers that is....


Summer Stand-Up Comedy to Continue at Luna Stage
by Caryn Robbins - June 29, 2012

The highly praised Stand-Up Comedy Night returns to Luna Stage, 555 Valley Road, West Orange, NJ on Thursday, July 12th, 2012 at 8pm. Hosted by comedian Michael Che, the evening will feature fellow talented comics soon to be announced....


Matthew Osborn's SHOPPING CENTRE Comes to Edinburgh Fringe, Aug 1-26
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 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 Aug 1 through 26....


STG Presents Craig Ferguson & Patton Oswalt
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 21, 2011

STG is the 501 (c)(3) non-profit arts organization that operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres in Seattle, Washington. ...


Melbourne International Comedy Roadshow Announces Three out of Five Comedians
by Meghan Schuler - May 20, 2011

The comedians have left the building... Melbourne International Comedy Festival's most adventurous (and bravest) comedians are chomping at the bit to break out from the barriers and hit the road for a whistlestop tour of this great Southern land....


OCTAVARIUS Returns to the ComedySportz Theatre, June 10
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2012

Octavarius, a Chicago comedy company, takes the stage on Sunday, June 10 at 7 p.m., at The ComedySportz Theatre (929 W. Belmont Ave.) for opening night of an open-ended run-the first at the theatre for an independent company. ...


Pride Films and Plays Presents Ben Lerman, 'Rehabaret,' and More
by Lauren Wolman - July 08, 2011

Don't miss a very unique special event coming up this weekend. We are thrilled to welcome Ben Lerman back to Chicago, and we know you will love the other performers....


STG Presents Craig Ferguson & Patton Oswalt
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2011

STG is the 501 (c)(3) non-profit arts organization that operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres in Seattle, Washington. ...


Comedians Of Chelsea Visit Easton's State Theatre, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2011

Host Ross Matthews, with special guests Josh Wolf, Sarah Colonna and Chris Franjola - live and in person at the State Theatre on December 10th....


Comedy Central And NY Comedy Fest Team Up For Comics To Watch Event 11/3-7
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2010

COMEDY CENTRAL, the preeminent brand in comedy, is teaming up with the New York Comedy Festival, to produce 'Comics To Watch,' a live show featuring the best up-and-coming young comedians from across the country....


The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts Announces 2012/2013 OFF-BROADWAY SERIES
by Kelsey Denette - September 06, 2012

The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts announces its 2012/2013 Off-Broadway at the Marcus Center series with performances in Todd Wehr Theater and Vogel Hall....


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. ...


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....


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....


Playhouse on Park Presents JOHNNY RIZZO 11/23
by Erik Smith - November 16, 2011

Live from the Playhouse, it's Comedy Night! After welcoming Sam Greenfield in September, Playhouse on Park's Comedy Night is back for a no-holds-barred, 'BYOB' night of laughs sponsored by Parkview Wines and Spirits....


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....






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