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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.

POWERPOINT ROULETTE Returns To Caveat July 29 Photo POWERPOINT ROULETTE Returns To Caveat July 29
by A.A. Cristi - July 22, 2021

Powerpoint Roulette, the premiere office-software-based comedy show, returns to Caveat on July 29 at 7PM....


Two Comedians and Another Amazing Musical Artist Added to the Fall 2022 Schedule at U Photo Two Comedians and Another Amazing Musical Artist Added to the Fall 2022 Schedule at UPH
by A.A. Cristi - July 18, 2022

Universal Preservation Hall is announcing three new shows added to the fall 2022 line-up. ...


Will Smith to Host Stand-Up Comedy Series THIS JOKA for Quibi Photo Will Smith to Host Stand-Up Comedy Series THIS JOKA for Quibi
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 02, 2020

Today, Quibi announced the acquisition of 'THIS JOKA', a sixteen episode stand-up comedy series hosted and executive produced by Will Smith.    ...


VIDEO: Josh Gad Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge Photo VIDEO: Josh Gad Visits Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - June 17, 2020

Nothing can stop BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge from bringing you interviews with your favorite Broadway stars! Tune in right here today, June 17 (12pm), as he chats stage and screen favorite with Josh Gad!...


Kenan Thompson, Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish And Byron Allen To Co-Host 'Feeding Am Photo Kenan Thompson, Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish And Byron Allen To Co-Host 'Feeding America Comedy Festival'
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 08, 2020

Kenan Thompson, Billy Crystal, Tiffany Haddish and Byron Allen will serve as co-hosts for the two-hour comedy special “Feeding America Comedy Festival” on Sunday, May 10 from 7-9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC....


American Black Film Festival Producers to Launch a New Comedy Event Photo American Black Film Festival Producers to Launch a New Comedy Event
by Michael Major - February 27, 2023

ABFF Ventures LLC has announced the launch of Because They’re Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival, a three-day event showcasing comedic talent within BIPOC communities. A spinoff of the American Black Film Festival, BTF will propel a new generation of stand-up comedians to stardom and showcase content in th...


Coppell Arts Center Presents FOUR DAY WEEKEND Photo Coppell Arts Center Presents FOUR DAY WEEKEND
by Stephi Wild - April 19, 2023

Coppell Arts Center has announced that Fort Worth-based comedy troupe, Four Day Weekend, will bring their hilarious brand of improv comedy to the Center's Main Hall for three performances – Thursday, May 11 (7:30 PM), Thursday, June 8 (7:30 PM), and Thursday, July 13 (7:30 PM)....


Comedians With Disabilities Act Change Attitudes Through Laughter In 2023 West Coast Photo Comedians With Disabilities Act Change Attitudes Through Laughter In 2023 West Coast Comedy Tour
by A.A. Cristi - June 14, 2023

The founders and contributors of the Comedians with Disabilities Act (CWDA) are about to hit the road for its wildly popular show to span three states: Montana, Oregon and California. They're celebrating Disability Pride month in July, which also happens to coincide with the anniversary of the Ameri...


Crowded Presents BLUE SHEILAS: THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY Photo Crowded Presents BLUE SHEILAS: THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
by A.A. Cristi - February 03, 2020

After sell-out runs of their individual solo shows at the 2019 Comedy Festival (Fiannah de Rue's unforgettable portrayal of tragic Carlton fans in Here Come the Blues, and Reeni Inosha's stellar debut, Enlighten Me A Little - with extra shows added), de Rue and Inosha join forces to bring their hard...


Jerry Seinfeld Comes to the Boch Center in October Photo Jerry Seinfeld Comes to the Boch Center in October
by Stephi Wild - August 01, 2023

The Wang Theatre and JS Touring have announced that America’s premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, will perform two shows on the Boch Center Wang Theatre stage on October 7, 2023. ...


Brian Posehn to Play Comedy Works Larimer Square This Month Photo Brian Posehn to Play Comedy Works Larimer Square This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - July 22, 2023

Comedy Works has announced that Brian Posehn will perform at Comedy Works Larimer Square on Thursday July 27, Friday, July 28, and Saturday, July 29....


OLD SCHOOL SKETCH SHOW Returns To The PIT Now Virtual Photo OLD SCHOOL SKETCH SHOW Returns To The PIT Now Virtual
by A.A. Cristi - April 15, 2021

Now from pitch 'to screen' instead of 'to stage,' The People's Improv Theater ('The PIT') launches a new virtual Old School Sketch Show ('OSSS') continuing with the legacy of their longest running sketch comedy program....


Comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson Announces Peacock Original Comedy Special LOVE JOY Photo Comedian Joyelle Nicole Johnson Announces Peacock Original Comedy Special LOVE JOY
by Michael Major - October 29, 2021

Shot on her 40th birthday at The Bell House in Brooklyn, New York, Joyelle Nicole Johnson presents her debut comedy special, Love Joy. Addressing relationship issues from the familial to the familiar, Johnson states her case for why everyone needs to get therapy. Watch the new trailer now! ...


Comedian Maria Bamford Returns To The Den Theatre, November 17 – 19, 2022 Photo Comedian Maria Bamford Returns To The Den Theatre, November 17 – 19, 2022
by A.A. Cristi - June 23, 2022

Following two sold-out engagements, The Den Theatre will welcome back comedian Maria Bamford for six stand-up performances November 17 – 19, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage....


VIDEO: MST3K's The Mads Release Halloween Safety Video and Announce Next Livestream, Photo VIDEO: MST3K's The Mads Release Halloween Safety Video and Announce Next Livestream, THE BRAIN FROM PLANET AROUS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 26, 2020

Mystery Science Theater 3000 stars Trace Beaulieu ('Dr. Clayton Forrester') and Frank Conniff ('TV's Frank), known collectively as 'The Mads,' have released an excerpt from last week's A Night of Shorts livestream featuring the comedians 'riffing' over Coronet's 'Halloween Safety (Second Edition)' e...


VIDEO: Josh Gad Talks FROZEN, Broadway, and His Career on TODAY's Sunday SItdown Photo VIDEO: Josh Gad Talks FROZEN, Broadway, and His Career on TODAY's Sunday SItdown
by Stephi Wild - January 26, 2020

Josh Gad appeared on TODAY's Sunday Sitdown this week, to talk about his career, Broadway, and Frozen....


West Side Comedy Club and F Comedy Club Present RECKLESS MOUTHS Photo West Side Comedy Club and F Comedy Club Present RECKLESS MOUTHS
by Stephi Wild - December 15, 2020

On December 19th, 2020 Westside Comedy Club and FComedy present “Reckless Mouths,” an opinionated Zoom (Stand Up) Comedy show starring Felicia Madison, Hollie Harper, Jocelyn Chia, and Dhaya Lakshminarayanan, hosted by James Mattern....


Comedians With Disabilities Act Change Attitudes Through Laughter In 2023 West Coast Photo Comedians With Disabilities Act Change Attitudes Through Laughter In 2023 West Coast Comedy Tour
by A.A. Cristi - June 14, 2023

The founders and contributors of the Comedians with Disabilities Act (CWDA) are about to hit the road for its wildly popular show to span three states: Montana, Oregon and California. They're celebrating Disability Pride month in July, which also happens to coincide with the anniversary of the Ameri...


Comedian Maria Bamford Returns To The Den Theatre In November Photo Comedian Maria Bamford Returns To The Den Theatre In November
by Stephi Wild - August 15, 2022

Following two sold-out engagements, The Den Theatre is pleased to welcome back comedian Maria Bamford for five stand-up performances November 17 – 19, 2022 on The Heath Mainstage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood. ...


Ali Brice Brings Life Affirming Comedy to Soho Theatre This Summer Photo Ali Brice Brings Life Affirming Comedy to Soho Theatre This Summer
by Stephi Wild - April 14, 2023

Alternative comedian Ali Brice is embracing life after almost losing it. They say comedy is tragedy plus timing, but when is the right time to start making jokes about your suicide attempt? Ali thinks it's about three years. Following a very successful run at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe, Ali brings hi...


Jerry Seinfeld Celebrates 100th Performance In His Record-Breaking Beacon Theatre Res Photo Jerry Seinfeld Celebrates 100th Performance In His Record-Breaking Beacon Theatre Residency
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2023

Jerry Seinfeld's 7:00PM performance at the Beacon Theatre on April 8 will mark the legendary comedian's 100th performance as part of his historic residency at the venue. ...


Live At The Covid Arms Raises £100,000 For The Trussell Trust Photo Live At The Covid Arms Raises £100,000 For The Trussell Trust
by Stephi Wild - June 22, 2020

The team behind the bar at The Covid Arms are over the moon to announce that with the phenomenal support of their regulars they have now raised £100,000 to support The Trussell Trust in just 12 weeks since the start of their weekly live comedy night....


Jokesters Comedy Club Continues Live Comedy Shows Working Within Statewide Restrictio Photo Jokesters Comedy Club Continues Live Comedy Shows Working Within Statewide Restrictions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2021

Jokesters Comedy Club has announced they will continue to bring live, professional standup comedy to Las Vegas working withing the statewide restrictions of 25% capacity. On Monday, Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak announced the 30-day extension on the statewide pause. ...


Test Your Knowledge at THE STAR WARS MOVIE QUIZ At Caveat NYC Photo Test Your Knowledge at THE STAR WARS MOVIE QUIZ At Caveat NYC
by A.A. Cristi - April 07, 2022

On “Star Wars Day” this year, Jedi, Sith, Rebels and Imperials alike are invited to test their knowledge of a galaxy far, far away at THE STAR WARS MOVIE QUIZ. ...


Johannesburg International Comedy Festival Partners With Radisson Red For An Intimate Photo Johannesburg International Comedy Festival Partners With Radisson Red For An Intimate Comedy Experience Next Month
by Stephi Wild - September 15, 2021

The Johannesburg International Comedy Festival (JICF) and Radisson Red are bringing back the laughs, good times & of course the comedians this October with a mini comedy festival aptly titled COVID RELIEF....






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