Letterbox Pictures to Produce Documentary Film About Comic Strip Live - Where Jerry Seinfeld, Eddie Murphy And Chris Rock Launched Their Careers

Letterbox Pictures to Produce Documentary Film About Comic Strip Live - Where Jerry Seinfeld, Eddie Murphy And Chris Rock Launched Their Careers

(New York, NY, June 9, 2009) - Letterbox Pictures (www.letterboxpictures.com) announced today that it will immediately start production on a feature documentary film about legendary New York comedy club, Comic Strip Live. The project is in anticipation of the Club's 35th Anniversary year, which begins in June, 2010. Since 1976, the club has launched the careers of top comedy stars some of whom include: Jerry Seinfeld, Eddie Murphy, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Paul Reiser, Larry Miller, George Wallace, and Lisa Lampanelli. The film is set for release in Summer, 2010.

"Eat, Drink, Laugh" is the tagline for the comedy club and is also the title of the film. EAT, DRINK, LAUGH will feature interviews with some of the most recognizable faces of comedy recounting their greatest memories at Comic Strip Live on their journey to superstardom. It will also feature never-before-seen footage of the club throughout its 35-year history.

"Comic Strip Live is to comedy what CBGB's was to music. The Strip is a quintessential New York comedy club that not only is intertwined with the city but also defined an era in comedy," said Abby Russell, Co-Director of EAT, DRINK, LAUGH.

"EAT, DRINK, LAUGH is the perfect project for us because it brings together our passion for comedy and documentary film," said Brent Sterling Nemetz,. Co-Director of EAT, DRINK, LAUGH. "Abby and I look forward to capturing the essence of how Comic Strip Live played a key role in the lives of some of our favorite comedians and ultimately their rise to fame."

EAT, DRINK, LAUGH teams Letterbox Pictures with Comic Strip Live's founders and owners Richie Tienken and Bob Wachs, as well as writer/ filmmaker / comedian Jeffrey Gurian. Tienken and Wachs managed Eddie Murphy for eleven years, and also managed Adam Sandler, Tony Rock and Colin Quinn.

It has been a wonderful journey over the last 35 years at The Strip," said Tienken. "Something about this place attracts stars. These comics are like family to me. We are all excited about EAT, DRINK, LAUGH because it will share some of those wonderful moments with everyone."

Some of those moments are already on film, and that archival material will be blended with current material to pay homage and tell the story of the legendary club and its impact on the comedy world. Tienken and the comics will share personal stories on-screen, many of which have not been heard before.

To coincide with the release of EAT, DRINK, LAUGH will be a book titled "Eat, Drink, Laugh " The History of the Greatest Comedy Club Of All Time," written by Gurian and Tienken. The book will recount the history of Comic Strip Live and feature interviews with Chris Rock, Paul Reiser, Larry Miller, George Wallace, Lewis Black, Susie Essman, Colin Quinn, Jim Gaffigan, Lisa Lampanelli, and many more. The book is represented by Adam Chromy, the founder, and Pres. of Artists and Artisans literary agency in New York City.

Gurian has written two award winning films, a book on comedy with contributions from over 250 celebs, had a short film in Cannes this year in the Short Film Corner, and has written special material for comedy greats such as Rodney Dangerfield, Joan Rivers, Phil Hartman, Richard Belzer, Gilbert Gottfried, and George Wallace, among many others.

For more information about Letterbox Pictures, please call Abby Russell at (917) 855-4848. For more information about Comic Strip Live, please call Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103.

About Letterbox Pictures:
Letterbox Pictures (www.letterboxpictures.com) is a multi-platform production company that produces reality and lifestyle television. Original programming includes the multi-Emmy winning, syndicated, PBS documentary series "Souls of New York," a format that was replicated in other cities including Los Angeles and Miami. The Emmy-winning executive creative team is producer / director Abby Russell and producer / director Brent Sterling Nemetz. Together, they have produced for networks including MTV, the Food Network, PBS, VH1 and TLC. They also created and produced the Hamptons Comedy Festival with HBO and the nonprofit Comedy Fights Cancer.

About Comic Strip Live:
Voted AOL's Best Comedy Club. Established in 1976, the World Famous Comic Strip Live has launched the careers of Eddie Murphy, Jerry Seinfeld, Larry Miller, George Wallace, Lisa Lampanelli, Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Lewis Black, and many other superstars of laughter. In 2008, the club set the Guinness World Record for the "Longest Stand Up Comedy Show in History." Shows run 7-days a week and feature New York's hottest comedians. For more information, please visit " www.comicstriplive.com " 1568 Second Ave (81st & 2nd Ave), New York, NY.

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Satiristas - Janeane Garofalo and Wyatt Cenac

As recommended by renowned celebrity photo journalist Dan Dion, Paul Provenza (director of The Aristocrats) brings the live show based on his forthcoming book Satiristas to Comix on May 28th. The all-star line-up includes Janeane Garofalo and Wyatt Cenac.



For tickets visit: http://www.comixny.com/eblast/Satiristas.html

Friday. Night. Laughs! ... Comedy in Orlando

The Cameo in Orlando is hosting a NEW night of Comedy.

--Friday. Night. Laughs!--

The creators of the weekly show HUMP DAY HUMOR brings you even more comedy this Friday, May 8th, and every other Friday for the new show Friday. Night. Laughs! with all around funny girl Angela Ramos.

Angela is best known for being one of Jay Leno's correspondents on The Tonight Show interviewing everyone from movie stars to political leaders with a journalistic flair unlike any other. Her laugh is one that you won't forget nor get out of your head! Don't believe us? Check out her YouTube video and see what we mean.

This weeks comedians also include:

Arnie Ellis
Vic Clevenger
Bill Martini
Pedro Lima
Joey Standwood

Most or all are on facebook so please check out their page as well and become a fan!

Tickets are only $10 and your first drink is on us if you mention you saw this on facebook. Pizza, beer and wine is available. The show is 18 and up and doors open at 8:15, SHOW STARTS AT 9:00 p.m. sharp!

The Cameo is located 2 minutes from downtown Orlando off of E. Colonial Drive (across the street from Little Saigon, inside the Cruises Only building) The address is 1013 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.


For ticket reservations or for any questions please contact us at HumpDayHumor@yahoo.comor go to www.myspace.com/humpdayhumor.

Richard Woods Launches "UnLearn: The Show"

Richard Woods, author of "UnLearn! Because Life Can Make You Stupid," the controversial treatise where Woods bluntly shares his non-traditional thoughts on the self-help industry, marriage, monogamy, political correctness, and morality, is back to "bitch-slap" some more sense into the remaining misguided masses of Americans - of which there are many - with "UnLearn: The Show®." The Truth May Hurt.

Rich Woods and co-host Rocko have created a weekly hour-long, and highly controversial talk show, securely cemented to a freedom of speech foundation, where its sole mission is to deliver brutally honest and gut-wrenching opinions, based upon real-world experiences, facts, and knowledge delivered with all the subtlety of a freight train careening through a maternity ward.

"UnLearn: The Show" is an innovative forum where Rich and Rocko take on current events, statistical facts, and discard political correctness with all the emotional detachment of scraping dog crap off the soles of their shoes in order to get to what has been missing from the mainstream media for decades: The Truth.

ReleaseTitle: Controversial Comic To Release New CD With Lady GA GA And Joe Rogan Diss.

After a two-year hiatus from stand up comedy due mainly to his daily radio show, many feuds with high profile comics and industry politics, Jeff Duran returns as his vulgar alter ego "JJ Star". The bulk of the CD is culled from his 2008 self-dubbed "Relapse Comedy Tour." Originally planned to be a short concert film by Los Angeles based BZR Entertainment, the project was later scrapped after Duran lost control at the taping. "Sadly the momentum we built up for the film was ruined. Thankfully BZR has given me permission to release footage from the warm up show," said Duran, who created "JJ Star" as the "most outrageous comedian of all time" in the early 90's. That moniker proved to be a major stumbling block for Duran who became blackballed by some promoters and club owners because of his outrageous behavior. ''How Embarrassing'' is not only the title it is also what Duran describes his past 15 years as a stand up comedian. "For every LATE LATE SHOW there were hell gigs where I lost it. I wanted to pick up where (SAM) KINISON left off and be that rock and roll comic that lived the life," says the comic, who has remained relatively unknown, carving out a career mostly as a DJ on southern California radio.

Duran's radio show has opened doors for his edgy act, appearing on LATE, LATE SHOW and working with Headliners Carlos Mencia and Dave Attel, who tapped Duran as they're opening act. In 2006, Duran released the CD/DVD 'Still Kicking' which was recorded in part at the Comedy Store. Selected tracks were heard on National Lampoon Comedy Radio and became a top comedy download. His 2007 follow up 'Defects Of Character' didn't fair as well, but now is considered to be his funniest work to date. Both releases included stand up along with bits, songs and characters. 'How Embarrassing' will continue the trend but also feature segments from Duran's radio show, including an exclusive interview with chart topper LADY GA GA. While obviously a wise choice considering her recent success, Duran says he included the cut because of it sounding "embarrassing" to his rock listeners at the time.Also included is a verbal "diss" on comedian Joe Rogan, who Duran refers to the "Comedy Police." While it's unclear if Rogan will respond or is even aware of Duran's comments, 'How Embarrassing' will be released through HollywoodPressLive MAY 19th and come with a DVD.

source: FPR


BZR Entertainment still plans to release "JJ STAR" products in the future, including a 1996 short stand up film called 'Drives Me To Drink'. "BZR artists have gone on to work at major studios, record labels ,radio stations, theater and have become valuable members of the entertainment community." says CEO Jason Blades who also writes and performs on the release. Keep an eye on www.bzrentertainment.com and the official Jeff "JJ Star" Duran Myspace for upcoming announcements.

Jeff Duran can be heard weekday afternoons hosting the DURAN SHOW 2-7PM on KKZQ 100.1 "The Edge" and www.edge100.com

Brett Eidman is One Angry Man

Two nights only! Comedian Brett Eidman will preview his multi-media one-man show, "One Angry Man" at the Roy Arias Theatre, NYC. The comic will take the stage on May 29th and 30th at 8:00pm. The Roy Arias Theatre is loacated at 300 West 43rd Street, New York City (43rd & 8th Ave.) For additional info (845) 358-1050

Joe Piscopo - Boys' Towns of Italy

Funny man, Joe Piscopo, will serve as the Master of Ceremony on April 3rd, 2009 by Boys' Towns of Italy at their 64th Annual "Ball of the Year" Gala at The Pierre. This year's honorees include Italian fashion designer and master tailor Domenico Vacca, Tony Award-winning actress Liliane Montevecchi, famed philanthropist Veronica Atkins and Lt. Governor of Connecticut, Michael Fedele. Individual Tickets: $500. (212) 980-8770