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Kevin Hart to Receive the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Michael Major - Nov 15, 2023


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Kevin Hart on March 24, 2024 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world’s greatest humorists, will be awarded at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.

Kevin Hart to Receive the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2023


The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 25th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Kevin Hart on March 24, 2024 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall.

Steve Carell Will Make His Broadway Debut in UNCLE VANYA; Additional Cast Revealed!
by Stephi Wild - Nov 14, 2023


Steve Carell is headed to Broadway! The actor, best known for starring in the television series The Office, will make his Broadway debut in Lincoln Center Theater's upcoming production of Anton Chekhov’s classic UNCLE VANYA. Find out more information about the production here!

Rafi Bastos, Chloe Hilliard, And Tyler Fischer Highlight November 2023 Lineup At The World-Famous Comedy Cellar At Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2023


The world-famous Comedy Cellar announces November 2023 lineup at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

ALBERT BROOKS: DEFENDING MY LIFE Coming to HBO Next Month
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2023


Attesting to Brooks’ influence in the comedy and entertainment world is a host of notable celebrity figures including: Chris Rock, Conan O’Brien, Wanda Sykes, Jon Stewart, Ben Stiller, Steven Spielberg, Sarah Silverman, David Letterman, Larry David, Jonah Hill, Judd Apatow, Sharon Stone, Brian Williams, Anthony Jeselnik, and more.

Jiaoying Summers To Headline The Apollo As Part of the 19th Annual NEW YORK COMEDY FESTIVAL, November 9
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2023


Standup star Jiaoyin Summers jumps off her national tour to headline at the iconic The Apollo on Thursday, November 9 as part of the 19th Anniversary of New York Comedy Festival.

Tariq 'Black Thought' Trotter Will Appear in Conversation With Jon Stewart in Brooklyn Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2023


Multiple Grammy Award and NAACP Image Award winner and co-founder of The Roots, Tariq “Black Thought” Trotter, will sit down with host, writer, producer, director, and comedian Jon Stewart for an unguarded conversation to dissect his memoir, in Brooklyn. 

Video: Tara Trudel Releases Visual Album 'Fractured Fairy Tales Remixed' With Emmy-Winning Talent
by Michael Major - Oct 13, 2023


'Fractured: Fairy Tales Remixed' features a stellar ensemble of accomplished actor/comedians, including Emmy winner Ashley Nicole Black, known for her remarkable work on 'Ted Lasso,' 'Full Frontal with Samantha Bee,' and her Emmy-nominated performances in 'A Black Lady Sketch Show' and 'The Amber Ruffin Show.' Watch the videos now!

The Acting Company to Present Annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2023


The Acting Company will present their annual Louanna O. Carlin & John MacDonald Reading Series, featuring a trio of unique Shakespeare interpretations. Get all the details about this exciting event in New York City.

Investigative Journalist and Author Suki Kim Named 2023-24 Keith Haring Fellow in Art and Activism at Bard College
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2023


Today, the Center for Curatorial Studies (CCS Bard) and Bard College's Human Rights Project named author Suki Kim as the 2023-24 recipient of the Keith Haring Fellowship in Art and Activism.

Second Show Added For Hasan Minhaj in Denver
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2023


AEG Presents and Comedy Works Entertainment welcome HASAN MINHAJ: OFF WITH HIS HEAD coming to Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre at The Denver Performing Arts Complex on Friday, November 10th & Saturday, November 11th.   Learn more about how to get tickets for the second show here!

Video: Watch Bobby Lopez Answer THE BOOK OF MORMON's 19 Questions
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 10, 2023


In the latest episode of BOM’s 19 Questions, the INCREDIBLE Bobby Lopez (Book, Music, Lyrics), talks about creating the show with Matt Stone and Trey Parker, who’s on his guilty pleasure playlist, and where the double EGOT keeps all those awards. Watch the episode here!

Hasan Minhaj Brings OFF WITH HIS HEAD to Denver in November
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2023


AEG Presents and Comedy Works Entertainment will welcome HASAN MINHAJ: OFF WITH HIS HEAD to Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre at The Denver Performing Arts Complex. Learn more about how to catch Hasan Minhaj in Denver here!

Noah Gardenswartz and Caitlin Peluffo Highlight The September 2023 Lineup at the Comedy Cellar
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 3, 2023


The world-famous Comedy Cellar has announced the September 2023 lineup for its first West Coast location, an exact replica of its New York club, at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

Experience the Hilarious Romcom 60 DAYS at The Tank
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 4, 2023


Experience the hilarious romcom '60 Days' at The Tank Theatre in NYC. Catch this limited run production before it closes on August 17th. Get your tickets now and prepare for a side-splitting comedy about love and immigration. Find out why '60 Days' is the talk of the town!

Comedy Comes To Norwalk In Treehouse Comedy Night At Music Theatre of Connecticut
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2023


Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC), Fairfield County’s professional award-winning theatre continues their summer performance series, MTC’s Hot Summer Nights.

Tilles Center Unveils Star-Studded 2023/24 Season Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023


Discover the incredible lineup of the 2023/24 season at Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. From star-studded concerts to captivating dance performances and Broadway shows, this season promises entertainment for everyone. Get your tickets now and experience world-class performances right in your own backyard.

SCHMIGADOON, Annaleigh Ashford & More Receive 2023 Emmy Nominations - Full List of Nominees
by Michael Major - Jul 12, 2023


Yvette Nicole Brown and Television Academy chairman and CEO Frank Scherma will reveal the nominations for the 2023 Emmy Awards. Eligible nominees include Schmigadoon!, Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Only Murders in the Building, Ted Lasso, The Crown, The White Lotus, and more. Check back for live updates!

Hasan Minhaj to Return to La Jolla Playhouse in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2023


La Jolla Playhouse will present a special return engagement of Hasan Minhaj – Experiment Time, written and performed by Hasan Minhaj (Netflix’s The King’s Jester).

Jena Friedman Comes To The Den Theatre In Seotember 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2023


The Den Theatre has announced comedian Jena Friedman will perform a special one-night-only show Sunday September 10, 2023.

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