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Stand-Up Comedy Returns to Amphibian Stage In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025

Amphibian Stage continues its commitment to bringing top-tier live entertainment to Fort Worth with its upcoming Stand-Up Comic Residency, headlined by nationally touring comedian Luis Juarez.

Jeff Ross & More to Perform at The Den Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

The Den Theatre has revealed upcoming March 2025 shows at the theatre’s Wicker Park stages, including Jeff Ross and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Michael Yo Comes To Dairy Arts Center In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025

Comedy Works Entertainment will present MICHAEL YO: DO I LIE? TOUR coming to the Dairy Arts Center in Boulder, CO on Friday, February 28th at 7:00pm. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, January 22nd at 10:00am.

Matt Rife, Jonathan Van Ness and More Join Lineup of Lil Rhody Laugh Riot
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

 Lil Rhody Laugh Riot, Rhode Island's new four-day comedy festival taking over Providence in March, announced that comedy powerhouses Matt Rife and Jonathan Van Ness are joining the lineup of performers.

New Comedy Festival LIL RHODY LAUGH RIOT Set To Launch In Providence In March
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024

Rhode Island, get ready to roll in the aisles – literally. The VETS has announced Lil Rhody Laugh Riot, a brand-new four-day comedy festival that will be taking over the Capital City from Thursday, March 27 through Sunday March 30, 2025.

SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Season 2 in Production With Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 15, 2024

Netflix has confirmed that Michelle Buteau, Tasha Smith, Tone Bell, Liza Treyger, Peppermint, and Marouane Zotti will return to the comedy series Survival of The Thickest Season 2, which is now in production in New York. Tasha Smith will also shift from a recurring character to a series regular and will direct 2 episodes. 

Video: See Jessica Alba in First Trailer for Netflix's TRIGGER WARNING
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2024

Netflix has released the first trailer for the upcoming film Trigger Warning, an action thriller featuring Jessica Alba. Special Forces commando Parker is on active duty overseas when she gets called back to her hometown with the tragic news that her father has suddenly died. Now the owner of the family bar, Parker reconnects with her former boyfriend-turned-sheriff Jesse, his hot-tempered brother Elvis, and their powerful father Senator Swann, as she looks to understand what actually happened to her dad. Watch the new trailer now!

Photos: Take a Look at New Photos for Upcoming Netflix Film TRIGGER WARNING
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2024

Netflix has released first-look photos for the upcoming film Trigger Warning, an action thriller featuring Jessica Alba. Special Forces commando Parker (Alba) is on active duty overseas when she gets called back to her hometown with the tragic news that her father has suddenly died. Now the owner of the family bar, Parker reconnects with her former boyfriend-turned-sheriff Jesse (Mark Webber), his hot-tempered brother Elvis (Jake Weary) and their powerful father Senator Swann (Anthony Michael Hall), as she looks to understand what actually happened to her dad.

Outside Joke: The Hub of Netflix is a Joke Fest Lineup Announced
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2024

Discover the lineup for Netflix's comedy festival, OUTSIDE JOKE. Get ready for a laughter-filled event as Netflix brings together the biggest names in comedy. The lineup includes Fred Armisen, Freddie Gibbs, Janelle James, Leslie Jones, Michelle Buteau, Reggie Watts, drag icons Alyssa Edwards, Jimbo, Latrice Royale and Trixie Mattel, and more.

THE COLOR PURPLE Tops NAACP Image Award Nominations - Full List of Nominees!
by Michael Major - Jan 25, 2024

The NAACP Image Award Nominations have been announced, with The Color Purple leading with a total of 16 nominations, with nods for Fantasia Barrino, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Colman Domingo, Corey Hawkins, Halle Bailey, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, and more. Check out the full list of nominations now!

The Den Theatre to Present Comedian Michael Yo on The Heath Mainstage in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

The Den Theatre will present comedian Michael Yo for two stand-up performances on Friday, March 31 at 7:15 pm and Saturday, April 1 at 7:15 pm on The Heath Mainstage.

Comedian Michael Yo to Perform at The Den Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2023

The Den Theatre will present comedian Michael Yo for two stand-up performances on Friday, March 31 at 7:15 pm and Saturday, April 1 at 7:15 pm on The Heath Mainstage.

Tasha Smith & Tone Bell Join Michelle Buteau in SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST on Netflix
by Michael Major - Aug 31, 2022

Tasha Smith and Tone Bell will Michelle Buteau in Netflix's new Survival of the Thickest series. Survival of the Thickest centers on Mavis Beaumont (Michelle Buteau). Black, plus-size and newly single (not by her choice!), Mavis unexpectedly finds herself having to rebuild her life as a struggling stylist.

Geffen Playhouse Announces $25MM Endowment Campaign and Raises $1MM at Annual Fundraiser
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022

Geffen Playhouse celebrated its 25th Anniversary and raised $1 million for the theater’s education, community engagement and artistic initiatives at its signature Backstage at the Geffen annual fundraiser held June 4, it was announced today. 

Gilda's Laughfest Opens Volunteer Registration
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2022

Celebrating 12 years of Laughter for the health of it, Gilda's LaughFest is in need of volunteers to support this year's festival set for March 16-20. There are many ways volunteers can help leading up to and during the festival. There is no minimum requirement in terms of amount of time or number of events needed to volunteer. 

Gilda's Laughfest Adds Brent Morin, Pop Scholars And More To 2022 Festival Line-up
by Stephi Wild - Feb 9, 2022

Gilda's LaughFest, the nation's first community-wide celebration of “laughter for the health of it,” has added several artists and shows, including Brent Morin, star of NBC's show Undateable and Netflix's Merry Happy Whatever, to the March 16–20 community-wide festival of laughter.

Gilda's LaughFest Begins To Roll Out Artists Announcements For 2022 Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2022

Gilda’s LaughFest, presented by Gun Lake Casino, today announced some of the headliners participating during LaughFest’s festival, March 16-20. Additionally, Justin Willman, magician, comedian and creator of Netflix’s Magic for Humans, will perform during Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids’ 20th anniversary Red Door Gala on March 15.

Backstage At The Geffen Raises More Than $1 Million For Arts & Education
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2021

The evening of unscripted, unannounced storytellers and performers was hosted by comedian, actor, writer and producer Tone Bell and featured personal behind-the-scenes anecdotes from a lineup of surprise celebrity guests including Kenya Barris, Jon M. Chu, Sharon Lawrence and French Stewart.

VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Suzan-Lori Parks-Penned THE UNITED STATES VS. BILLIE HOLIDAY on Hulu
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 11, 2021

Hulu announced today that the streaming platform has acquired the U.S. rights to Lee Daniels’ THE UNITED STATES vs. BILLIE HOLIDAY, which will debut as a Hulu Original film on Hulu on February 26, 2021. Sierra/Affinity will continue to handle international sales on the film.

Tone Bell Developing New CBS Comedy
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 21, 2019

Deadline reports that Cedric the Entertainer, Craig Gerard, and Matt Zinman will produce a new comedy at CBS, possibly starring 'Fam' actor Tone Bell.