BWW Comedy Stories

Mario Cantone and Kathy Griffin Join WHBPAC's Comedy Lineup, 5/26 & 6/22

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:30:00 PST

The newly refurbished, not-for-profit Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center adds two hilarious comedians to its spring line-up - Mario Cantone today, May 26 at 8pm and Kathy Griffin on Saturday, June 22 at 8pm.

VIDEO: First Look - Bovine Metropolis Theater's TWILIGHT Spoof AMERICA THE UNICORN

Fri, 24 May 2013 19:21:54 PST

Everyone knows that a unicorn makes the best history teacher. 'America The Unicorn' is the 36th original sketch comedy revue written and performed by Bovine Metropolis Theater's sketch team, and it's taking absurdity to a whole new level. A unicorn will teach a reinvented history of the United States, a version that's magical, strange, and hilarious. Check out a first look below!

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Howie Mandel's Performances at The Orleans Showroom Cancelled, 6/7-8

Fri, 24 May 2013 16:24:39 PST

Due to scheduling conflicts, Howie Mandel's upcoming performances at The Orleans Showroom on June 7 and 8 have been cancelled, it was announced today. Ticket holders may call the Boyd Gaming box office at 702.365.7075 for details on how to receive a refund.

Sarah Silverman, Seth Meyers and More Set for Montreal Just For Laughs Festival

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:44:52 PST

Sarah Silverman, Seth Meyers, Joan Rivers, Eddie Izzard, Taran Killam & Bobby Moynihan, Nick Kroll, Amy Schumer, Colin Quinn, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, Kristen Schaal, Bo Burnham, Hannibal Buress, Danny Bhoy, Marc Maron, Pete Holmes, Tig Notaro, Maria Bamford, and Judah Friedlander highlight the opening lineup announcements for this year's Montreal Just For Laughs Festival presented by Videotron in association with Loto-Québec. Comprised of some of the biggest female names in comedy, living legends, hottest stars, and brightest emerging talents, this year's lineup promises to be both the biggest and best in the Festival's history.

Jay Leno Hosts Magical Evening to Celebrate Partnership for Cancer Care

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:51:57 PST

Two of Santa Barbara's longtime nonprofit healthcare providers have joined forces with a shared vision of enhancing cancer care, and nearly 500 community members, donors, local businesses, and celebrities celebrated in style to support the partnership of the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara with Sansum Clinic.

OMID DJALILI LIVE Set for 2013 Edinburgh Festival, Aug 13-25

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:39:06 PST

He's back (with a splash!) - following on from a hugely successful run in the West-End, Omid has announced a thirteen nights of Omid Djalili Live at the Edinburgh Festival this year at The Assembly Rooms, Music Hall. Tickets are on sale now.

THE KATRINA COMEDY FEST Comes to Hollywood Fringe, June 2013

Thu, 23 May 2013 18:02:18 PST

THE KATRINA COMEDY FEST by Rob Florence Directed by Misty Carlisle, will feature: Judy Jean Berns, Peggy Blow, Deidrie Henry, Travis Michael Holder, Jan Munroe, and L.Trey Wilson at The Lounge Theatre, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, Calif., as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival. The show runs at 8 PM, every Wed., Thurs., Sat., & Sun. in June.

Rebecca Kohler and Nile Seguin Record Stand-Up DVDs at The LOT Tonight

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:30:00 PST

Critically acclaimed stand-up comics Nile Seguin (Halifax Comedy Festival, Just For Laughs Festival, Match Game) and Rebecca Kohler (Comedy Now, Just For Laughs) will each be recording full headlining sets at The LOT Stand-Up Comedy Club tonight, May 23. This promises to be a wickedly funny as well as a funnily (is that a word?) wicked show.

Comix At Foxwoods Welcomes Na'im Lynn, Now thru 5/25

Thu, 23 May 2013 00:30:00 PST

Comedian on the rise, Na'im Lynn, will take over the Comix stage for four performances tonight, May 23 at 8 p.m., Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 25 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Fans are welcomed to witness a 'Nasty Show with Na'im Lynn' during his final uproarious performance.

Hannibal Buress Signs Overall Deal with Comedy Central

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:12:44 PST

Hannibal Buress is bringing his swagger and laid back, cerebral comedic style to COMEDY CENTRAL in a big way. The #1 brand in comedy has signed Buress to a wide-ranging, multiplatform development deal which includes a recurring role on the upcoming scripted series "Broad City," a commitment for a pilot which Buress will executive produce, and a one-hour original stand-up special, all produced by 3 Arts, as well as a major market, nationwide "COMEDY CENTRAL Live" stand-up tour, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, President, Content Development and Original Programming, COMEDY CENTRAL.