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He first established himself in the mid-1990s as a cast member on the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live, where he performed from 1995 to 2002, and has subsequently starred in comedy films such as Elf (2003), Kicking & Screaming (2005), Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006), Semi-Pro (2008), and Land of the Lost (2009). He founded the comedy website Funny or Die in 2007 with his writing partner Adam McKay. Other notable film roles include The Other Guys (2010), The Campaign (2012), Get Hard (2015), Holmes & Watson (2018), and the animated films Curious George (2006) and Megamind (2010).



Ferrell is considered a member of the "Frat Pack", a generation of leading Hollywood comic actors who emerged in the late 1990s and the 2000s, including Jack Black, Ben Stiller, Steve Carell, Vince Vaughn, and brothers Owen and Luke Wilson. He received an Emmy Award nomination for his work on Saturday Night Live, and three Golden Globe Award nominations for acting in The Producers (2005) and Stranger than Fiction (2006) and for producing Vice (2018). He was also named the best comedian of 2015 in the British GQ Men of the Year awards. Ferrell received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on March 24, 2015.

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The Groundlings School Hosts 8th Annual Open House In March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre & School has announced the 8th Annual Open House on Saturday, March 8. This beloved yearly event is the perfect opportunity for comedy lovers, aspiring performers.
Photos: John Mulaney, Martin Short, Nick Jonas & More in SNL50 Special
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025

Last night, NBC hosted the star-studded SNL50: The Anniversary Special. Numerous stars and SNL alums were present during the ceremony including John Mulaney, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ana Gasteyer, Fred Armisen, Maya Rudolph, Bowen Yang, and more. Take a look at photos from the evening here!
Photos: Ana Gasteyer, Lady Gaga, & More at SNL50: THE HOMECOMING CONCERT
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025

On Friday, February 14, Peacock celebrated five decades of Saturday Night Live with SNL50: THE HOMECOMING CONCERT, featuring a star-studded lineup of musical guests and comedians at Radio City Music Hall. Take a look at photos from the evening here!
WICKED, EMILIA PEREZ, and More Win BAFTA Film Awards
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2025

The winners of the 2025 EE BAFTA Film Awards were announced this weekend in a ceremony hosted by David Tennant at The Royal Festival Hall in London. Check out the full list here!
Video: Lin-Manuel Miranda, John Mulaney, Nathan Lane & More in SNL50 Musical Sketch
by Joshua Wright - Feb 17, 2025

On tonight's star-studded lineup for NBC’s highly anticipated 'SNL50: The Anniversary Special,' John Mulaney led another one of his signature musical sketches. The segment featured songs from Les Misérables, Hamilton (with guest Lin-Manuel Miranda), The Lion King (with special guest Nathan Lane), and more.
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Billy Crystal & More Join SNL50 Special
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 16, 2025

The special will include appearances by Alec Baldwin, Ana Gasteyer, Billy Crystal, Cher, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Leslie Jones, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mike Myers, Miles Teller, Rachel Dratch, Rev. Al Sharpton, and more surprises.
Cher, Lauryn Hill, & More to Perform in SNL 50th Anniversary Special
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 13, 2025

Music icons Cher, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Dave Grohl, Snoop Dogg, St. Vincent and Wyclef Jean will join the lineup of musical guests performing at SNL50: THE HOMECOMING CONCERT. 
Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, & More Join SNL Anniversary Special
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 10, 2025

The special will include appearances by Adam Sandler, Amy Poehler, Andy Samberg, Chevy Chase, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, Fred Armisen, Garrett Morris, Jane Curtin, Jason Sudeikis, Jimmy Fallon, and more.
The Groundlings Unveils New Logo
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre & School has unveiled its new logo. This reimagined design reflects the iconic theater's dynamic future while honoring its rich legacy in improvisational comedy and sketch performance.
Bob Barth's ONE NIGHT STAND to Take A Look At THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG At La Mirada
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

Bob Barth's ONE NIGHT STAND brings Mayhem and Movie Magic! The episode on Thursday, January 30th will feature THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG & Filmmakers Sam & Andrew Zuchero on LOVE ME.
Will Ferrell Is Adapting EUROVISION SONG CONTEST: THE STORY OF FIRE SAGA for Broadway
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 25, 2025

On a recent episode of the Graham Norton Show, Will Ferrel revealed that he is adapting his film Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga for the stage. Learn more about what he said here!
Sharon Lawrence Will Lead PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025

Ensemble Theatre Company in association with J. Todd Harris will present an add-on production to its season, Sharon Lawrence starring in the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS.
Melanie Johnson to Bring One-Woman Show NOT SPECIAL To The Groundlings Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2025

After a sold-out run at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, Writer & Actor Melanie Johnson is bringing her hilarious and heartfelt one-woman show to the Groundlings Theatre. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
Conan O’Brien to Receive the 26th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2025

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 26th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Conan O’Brien on March 23, 2025, in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall.
HERMITAGE SUNSETS At Selby Continues With Mark Sonnenblick
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2025

The Hermitage Artist Retreat's popular series, “Hermitage Sunsets @ Selby Gardens,” continues its fifth anniversary season and kicks off a brand-new year with “Book, Music, and Lyrics,” featuring Emmy Award and Drama Desk nominee Mark Sonnenblick.
The Groundlings Introduces New First-Ever Acting Track
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre & School has announced the launch of its new Acting Track, a dynamic series of acting classes that expand beyond improvisation to focus on the fundamentals of great acting.
Feature: 11 of the Best Duo, Variety and Alt Cabaret Acts of 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 2, 2025

We’re continuing the BroadwayWorld Cabaret team’s highlight recaps of their favorite shows from 2024 with some of our favorite duo acts, alt shows, recurring series and more.
Twelve Days of Christmas: Grey Henson
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 19, 2024

The holidays are upon us and BroadwayWorld is continuing our favorite annual tradition of celebrating the holiday season with a Twelve Days of Christmas countdown. Day 7 features Grey Henson.
Comedian Leanne Morgan Adds Show At Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024

Due to popular demand, Leanne Morgan has added a second show to her “Just Getting Started” Tour at Barbara B. Mann PAH at FSW on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
A 2024 Broadway Holiday Streaming Guide
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2024

From Sabrina Carpenter's new Christmas special to musical classics like Albert Finney's Scrooge, find out which holiday streaming titles will bring a Broadway fan some extra joy this year.

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