Comedy Newswire

Emo Philips Talks with R. Chris Brown

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 09:37:46 -0600

Emo Philips has been called everything from "a one-man asylum, worth the trip" (the Boston Globe) to "a cascade of comedy invention" (the Scotsman.)Jay Leno called him "the best joke writer in America". He has performed extensively on stage both in the US and overseas, and he has appeared on HBO, Cinemax, and Comedy Central - and recently appeared in animated form on the ABC-Family cartoon series "Slacker Cats" as the voice of Dooper the Cat. He's definitely a man who took the road less traveled by - and his cadre of loyal fans (or "Emo-philiacs", as they prefer to be called) follow him on his journey - so now read this interview and learn more about this man, this myth, this Emo. (And don't forget to check out his website at http://www.emophilips.com ....)

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

What is it that first attracted you to the world of comedy?

E: As a child, my mother would laugh hysterically at everything I said, so I thought, "I should be a comedian."Many years later, I realized that she laughed hysterically at everything that everyone said... but by then it was too late, as I had already made it.
Did you ever consider any other careers?

E: "Career" is a strong word, but I have had other jobs. In high school one summer I was a janitor at an animal testing lab. Believe me, EVERYTHING is more fun than a barrel of monkeys.

The New Yorker said about you "If Kafka had done standup comedy, he might have talked and looked like Emo Philips." Do you feel this is a fair comparison?

E: Not at all. You go onstage in a beetle costume just once....

You reportedly started in comedy in 1976, our nation's bicentennial. Is there any link between those two events?

E: Yes. I wanted to get away from the British soldier my mother was lodging.

You have performed extensively in the British Isles.How do you see that as different from performing in America?

E: Unlike America, the British don't carry guns. When you suspect that some of your audience is packing, it can't help but rush your timing.

Do you ever suffer from stage fright?

E: Yes, but very quickly I transfer it to the audience.

You appeared in the animated series "Dr. Katz" as yourself. What is the most difficult aspect of being in an animated series, and what is the most difficult part about playing yourself?

E:The trickiest thing about doing Dr Katz was that the animators would have to draw me solely from my vocal track... so after laying it down, I walked into the next room, to where the animators were working, and I did twenty minutes of my act right in front of them, to ensure that they would have my mannerisms, bearing, ethos, and what have you, down cold. And as it turns out, they were a really great audience. I'm sorry I didn't tape it for a cable special.

You did a voiceover role in the ABC-Family animated series "Slacker Cats", as the homeless cat Dooper.How did that come about?

E: My agent, as did every agent in Los Angeles, received the audition call sheet for Slacker Cats, and it described Dooper as "like Emo Philips."So naturally, he sent me to read for the role, and in my opinion, I nailed me. I then waited two weeks with no word, my despair growing day-by-day; I'd pace the house thinking,"Oh, no... I can't even do Emo Philips right." Then the phone call came that I got the part, and I was elated. (It turns out the two writers of the show, who live in England, saw me at the Edinburgh Festival way back in 1989, and that fortunately I had stuck in their consciousnesses.)

Your character Dooper on "Slacker Cats" seems to be very worried about conspiracies.Are there any conspiracies you'd like to warn us about now?

E: I've noticed that Keira Knightly's price per film seems to be rising at exactly the same rate as the cost of crude oil. Coincidence?

Do you find that being a comedian has enhanced any aspect of your life?

E:Being a comedian has allowed me to embrace a lifestyle completely different from that of the rest of humanity. For instance, I never have to drive (which, believe me, is also very good for the rest of humanity.)

Some of your most controversial material deals with religion. Have you ever considered starting your own?

E: I'd have to discontinue my medication.

You were the producer of the original version of "Meet The Parents." How would you describe the difference between your movie and the later remake?

E: The original has no stars, was shot on 16 mm, is 72 minutes long, and has an ending that, let's just say, is not sequel- friendly. As good as the re-make is, I (and many others, bless them) think the original is even funnier; it actually gets the longest laugh I have ever heard in a theater.

You once said "Marrying a woman for sex is like buying a tiger for transportation."Could you give any advice about would be a good reason to marry a woman?

E: The only reason to get married is for love; all others should be prohibited by law.

What about a good reason to buy a tiger?

E: If you're in love with it. (But then you should do that whole "let it free and see if it returns" thing... although, ideally, not near a schoolyard.)

What advice would you give to aspiring young comedians out there?

E: The great thing about stand-up is that any advice about it is worthless. (It is also the great thing for me, whenever I get asked that question.)

And the final question- based on what you've learned in your life and your travels, what is the most valuable piece of advice you can give?

E: Cell phones are like a dog's nipples: You don't have to SHOUT into them

Contributing Writer - R. Chris Brown

Larry the Cable Guy new CD

Thu, 1 Nov 2007 00:03:25 -0600

Following up his nearly platinum-selling A Very Larry Christmas, Larry The Cable Guy - America's hottest comedian - now brings us the new CD "Christmastime in Larryland". He'll have the audience in stitches from his opening monologue as he sets the stage for the show, falling into a dream sequence as he describes his ultimate fantasy of having his own Christmas radio special. Joined by celebrity guests such as Trace Adkins, Cowboy Troy and TG Sheppard, Larry invites fans to experience the joys of Christmas through skits such "The Live Nativity", "Dysfunctional Family Christmas", "The Tobacco Company Choir", a "Special Roast Of Santa Claus" and "Celebrity Christmas Farts".

Comic Strip Live Offers"Bee Movie" Audiences Free Admission & Announces "Jerry Seinfeld Tribute Night"

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 23:58:23 -0600

New York, NY - October 29, 2007 "In honor and support of their most famous alumni, the Comic Strip Live (comicstriplive.com) will be offering free admission to anyone who sees Jerry Seinfeld's "Bee Movie." They just have to show their ticket stubs at the door. Tthe offer will remain standing indefinitely. "You dream about the 9 o'clock spot on Saturday night at the Comic Strip Live." Jerry Seinfeld once told Liz Smith of the New York Post. 1976, Jerry Seinfeld made his very first appearance at the club immediately catching the eye of the late general manager Lucien Hold. The rest is history. In addition to "Bee Movie," the Comic Strip Live will also be hosting a "Jerry Seinfeld Tribute Night" on Thursday, November 15th at 8:30 pm. It will feature a "best Seinfeld impression" contest (open to all audiences), memorabilia on display from Jerry's early years in comedy, and will feature an all-star line up headlined by Rob Magnotti who will do his entire set as Jerry Seinfeld. For more information about the Comic Strip Live, please call (212) 861-9386 or visit www.comicstriplive.com About The Comic Strip Live: Voted AOL's Best Comedy Club of 2007. Est. in 1976, the World Famous Comic Strip Live has launched the careers of Jerry Seinfeld, Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, and several other superstars of laughter. Shows run 7-days a week and feature New York's hottest comedians. For more information, please visit - www.comicstriplive.com

NIKE & Grace White "Women Who Kick Comedy Butt"

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 01:22:33 -0500

San Francisco, CA - GRACE WHITE'S WOMEN WHO KICK COMEDY BUTT will host the Oct 21 NIKE MARATHON cheering runners and entertaining the crowds that come out to support this annual fundraiser. This race benefits The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research education and patient services. The Society's mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. Over the years, the Society has provided more than $424 Million for research specifically targeting blood cancers. Comedians performing include: Grace White, Grace Fraga, Beth Schumann, and Gayla Johnson.

Grace White & Girls With Guitars November 15th at the Little Fox

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 00:33:35 -0500

Redwood City, CA - Girls with Guitars A Benefit for Guitars Not Guns. Join Master of Ceremonies and stand up comedian Grace White with music artists Amy Meyers, Fontain's M.U.S.E. and Groovy Judy for a night of comedy and original music Thursday, November 15 at the Little Fox, 2209 Broadway, Redwood City. Doors are at 7:30pm show at 8:00pm; tickets are $12.00 in advance, $14.00 at the door, 21 and over. Music gear and other items will be raffled off with proceeds benefiting the 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Guitars not Guns whose goal is to stop the violence in schools and on the streets by exposing children and teens to music. (www.guitarsnotguns.org) Contact: Grace White www.wwkcb.com gracewhiteoops@surewest.net

"The Un-usual Suspects Comedy Tour" Hits the Improv in Irvine

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 22:11:33 -0500

Irvine, CA - Wanted in every city across the country, "The Un-usual Suspects Comedy Tour" has finally been caught, booked and will be held for one show only at the Improv at Irvine, October 23rd, 8:30pm. You don't want to miss this comedy lineup. It may be the wackiest booking in Irvine's history. Three of comedy's funniest standups take the stage at one of the hottest clubs in the nation. This is your chance to catch Uncle Monty, Jimmy D and Tommy T in the act. The Improv is taking inventory and nailing the tables to the floor. You just can't be too careful. What happens when career comedians have way too much time on their hands? It can only mean trouble with a capital "T". This gang has comedy rap sheets a mile long. Known for "punch"lines and muffled gags these guys stand accused of working audiences over. It's a bum rap, they only use jokes. For most of them it started with "family" supervised childhoods on the east coast. Maybe there was a little too much supervision. Let's just say they learned skills. They got stories, "relatives" and late night experiences to relate to one and all. It's not really a felony if you laugh, is it? Scheduled for 8:30pm, well after 5, it's the perfect white collar parole to the Improv. Bring the girlfriend and the kids. This should be educational. Guilt free comedy can change your life or get you life for conspiracy with these guys. Take a laugh on the wild side October 23rd 8:30pm. Make your reservations early. This tour has been selling out everywhere they appear. Bring a fake ID, you might get caught laughing on the way home. Monty Hoffman has been accused of making people laugh since he was a juvenile and has become a legend among comics. With a 'rough around the edges' feel, a hint of old-style delivery, and a surprising vulnerability, Monty's quick wit keeps audiences in laughter, reminding them of both, the strange uncle your parents warned you about, and that adorable stray dog you begged your parents to keep. Monty set the second season of "Last Comic Standing" on its ear when he was unceremoniously cut from the last prelim, causing celebrity judges Drew Cary, Brett Butler, and Anthony Clark to walk off the show. Drew Carey's comment on Monty's omission was; "If he's not one of the top ten comics on this show, then I don't want to be associated with this travesty." Uncle Monty's rap sheet includes a recurring role on "Everybody Loves Raymond" and the "Drew Carey Show", and a series regular on NBC's "The Good Life." Monty is considered by many as The Rodney Dangerfield of the new Millennium. Jimmy Della Valle, born and raised in NY, now living in Los Angeles, confesses - : Once a New Yorker, always a New Yorker." His streetwise edgy flare, macho vulnerability, and blue-collar twists are what allow Jimmy D to keep audiences on the brink of laughter. For over a decade, he has been killing at clubs, casinos and colleges with his quick comedic timing, and his uniquely skewed observations -- known to audiences as "Jimmyisms". Jimmy D's television rap sheet features appearances on "Late Night with Conan O'Brian", HBO's "The Sopranos", "Oz" and "Sex and The City." He has also appeared in numerous print and national commercial spots. Most recently, Jimmy was on the hit summer NBC show -- "America's Got Talent" where Piers Morgan said, "I wanted to hate you with every bone in my body, but I loved You! You are hilarious!" Tommy Tallarino is fully armed and dangerous with attitude, tone and incredible stage presence, establishing him as one of the most honest and likable comedians working today. Tommy quips about growing up in a Mafia-free Sicilian family, his experiences as a new dad living in Beverly hills, and his inside look at working in the "Business" = oh, that's the "entertainment business". Raised in the small mill town of Rome, New York, Tommy has audiences doubled over, explaining, "I'm from the Rome that WAS built in a day." Tommy partnered with Danny DeVito to create a ground-breaking series for Comedy Central that he also starred in called "The Sport-Jerks NBA Tour". Tommy was a regular on Jay Mohr's hit sketch show on ESPN called "Mohr Sports". Tommy also had a recurring role on the ABC-TV drama series "Karen Sisco". Tommy's talent as a writer led him to work on the critically acclaimed animated television show "The Boondocks" airing on The Cartoon Network (Adult Swim). Contact the Irvine Improv for advance tickets at 949-854-5455 just $15 in advance. The Irvine Improv is located at 71 Fortune Drive #841 in Irvine California 92618. For tour information and a video preview visit the web site at Un-usual Suspects Tour web site at http://www.unusualsuspectscomedytour.com For booking info contact TMC Management at 818-439-2838 or email at TMCJM1@sbcglobal.net

Comedy Critic Reviews Added

Sun, 30 Sep 2007 17:38:05 -0500

New comedy reviews have been added by the Comedy Critic at www.ComedyCritic.com. Shows by Heath Hyche, Justin Worsham, Eric Lokke, Joby Saad, and Sam Kim at the Addison Improv in Dallas Texas were the subject of the recent reviews. Take a look to learn more about these comedians.

Merry Wives of Comedy: Merry Wives Make Merry Audiences

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 02:35:12 -0500

On Tuesday, October 2, 2007, the Laugh Factory in Hollywood a very unique Stand Up Comedy Show is taking place, featuring Roz Browne (The View, Hilarious Housewife finalist), Sunda Croonquist (Montreal Comedy Festival, VH1), Yvette Wilson (Def Comedy Jam, Moesha, Jamie Fox Show), Vicki Barbolak (Winner Nick at Night's - Funniest Mom in America), and Kim Tavares(BET, Vibe). These five-talented women, each accomplished in their own right make up a solid night of comedic-fare know as "The Merry Wives of Comedy" The show's promise is that they are "dedicated to making you laugh," and this line up assures to incite loads of laughs to keep that promise. The Laugh Factory, in Hollywood will present "The Merry Wives of Comedy," so don't miss out, if you want to attend this top notch night of comedy you need to contact The Laugh Factory to reserve a seat for the October 2nd show. Then you too can see why comedy fans say that "Merry wives make merry audiences!" This is an 18(+) event, tickets are $18.00, and due to limited seating, reservations are strongly recommended. The Merry Wives of Comedy seating will begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. at The Laugh Factory, located at 8001 W. Sunset Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90046. To make your reservations by phone, call The Laugh Factory at 323) 656.1336 , or visit their website @ http://www.thelaughfactory.com

Summer of Love Comedy Concert with Grace White & Doug Ferrari

Sat, 8 Sep 2007 19:18:29 -0500

The Larkspur Cafe Theater presents "THE SUMMER OF LOVE COMEDY CONCERT", a loving tribute to the 40th Anniversary of the Summer of Love. This is a tongue-in-cheek comedy starring Grace White, "That Old Hippie Chick", and Doug Ferrari, also featuring Doug's "Rock Comedy Show" with Robert Weinstein on Wednesday, Sept 19, 2007, at 8 pm. Tickets are $20. GRACE WHITE, aka That Old Hippie Chick, is a classic bohemian who launched her comedy career at the onset of her "Middle Ages" and opened for 3 Doors Down, Starship, Edgar Winter, Leon Russell, and Jethro Tull. White has appeared on "Good Morning America" and the "Jerry Lewis Telethon". She made her film debut in "The Independent," starring Jerry Stiller and Janeane Garofalo, and performed in San Francisco's annual "Comedy Day" celebration. Since winning the 1984 San Francisco International Stand-Up Comedy Competition, DOUG FERRARI has played 41 states and 5 countries, done 25 TV Shows including Comedy Central, MTV and Showtime. He hosted the Bay Area Music Awards, Bill Graham's "Spirit of America", the Earthquake Benefit at the1989 with Bob Hope, and performs his stand-up and concerts throughout the San Francisco, as well as his "Rock Comedy Show", Doug Ferrari: Mock Star.

A Cinderella Story at the 2007 Emmy Awards: Its JerryTime! Wins First-Ever Emmy for Video Blog

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 08:37:49 -0500

LOS ANGELES, "It's JerryTime" -- An obscure, no-budget animated Web series called Its JerryTime! (http://www.itsjerrytime.com ) was awarded an Emmy at the 34th Annual Creative Arts & Entertainment Daytime Emmy Awards. Its JerryTime! scored an unlikely victory in the Broadband Variety category, winning against big time competition: Guiding Light's 70th Anniversary Celebration, Procter and Gamble Productions; Dexter Blood Spatter 101, Showtime; Icons of Science Quantum Theory, Discovery Education; The Extreme Diet Coke and Mentos Experiments, EepyBird. This achievement marked Its JerryTime! as the first video blog to ever win an Emmy. The humorous Web series is created solely by two Buffalo-born brothers Orrin and Jerry Zucker (not from the movie AIRPLANE!) of Ozone Inc., (http://www.ozonetvdesign.com ) a Boston-based broadcast design company. The series has received critical acclaim from Time, Newsweek, The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Wired, and The Hollywood Reporter, as well as numerous festival nominations and awards, including the Ottawa International Animation Festival.

Don Barnhart wins 2007 Amercian Idol Underground's Comedy Contest

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 08:28:46 -0500

Las Vegas resident DON BARNHART JR is the 2007 winner of the American Idol Underground's Big Push 2 Comedy Contest. He wins $2500 cash, A new CD from DiscMakers ($1,400 value), A Karakoe Machine and Recording Gear. Besides being an award winning comedian, Don recently wrote, directed and stars in the independent film, "China Dolls". He is also a contributing author on the book , " Killed: True Stories of the Road from America's Top Comics". Don can be heard regularly on The Bob & Tom Show, XM and Sirius and was seen frequently on MTV, Friday Night and An Evening at The Improv. Barnhart is a regular headliner at the top comedy clubs across the country like The Improv and Punchlines. Don also tours regularly for The USO and Comics On Duty entertaining the troops around the world. Barnhart has also been a guest speaker for such top corporate clients as DARE, Prudential, PartyPoker.Com and Alanon. He is also a graduate of the infamous Second City Conservatory Program in Los Angeles and has written, produced and directed several sketch shows and comedy DVD's along with writing several original sit-coms and feature films. For more information on Don Barnhart Jr, please be sure to check out his websites: www.donbarnhart.com

Plans To Accelerate the Careers of Stand-up Comedians Begins with a Music Distribution Company in Kingwood, Texas

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 08:20:04 -0500

Kingwood TX, September 6th, 2007: The Houston Laff Stop and BCD Music Group have made it easier for stand-up comedians to get their material distributed through the right channels. BCD Music Group met with the Houston Laff Stop with expectations of decreasing the amount of time it takes for comedians to graduate from live performances to distributing their live show material nationally, and even worldwide. It is widely known that becoming a famous comedian doesn't always come easily. Comedians often begin by performing in contests to test their talent against other funny men and women in the industry. In the case of the Houston Laff Stop, they often have amateur nights and even hold a contest every year in which the "Houston's Funniest Person" is chosen. After rigorous competitions, and even having to eliminate those with great talent, Houston Laff Stop announces "Houston's Funniest Person", who in 2007 was Jerry Wayne Longmire. Comedians find that they can become very popular in their hometowns, but unless they are noticed by someone seeking to promote a comedian or they market themselves relentlessly, their careers may never progress beyond that point. BCD Music Group's idea to make this process less complicated for the comedian, involves being a one-stop recording studio, promotions and distribution center for those interested in the larger prospect of national CD sales and recognition. BCD will distribute for comedians, such as Rickey Smiley, to stores like FYE, Wal-Mart, Best Buy, as well as online. The Houston Laff Stop is host to many famous comedians who have appeared on television on BET, Comedy Central and HBO, like Billy D. Washington and Godfrey, who, along with Jerry Wayne Longmire, also recently signed a distribution deal with BCD Music Group. BCD also assists with arranging in-store tours at Wal-Mart and FYE stores all over the nation to increase exposure for the comedians and their new releases. For more information on Houston Laff Stop and their schedule, visit their website at: www.laffstop.com For information on Jerry Wayne Longmire, find him at: www.myspace.com/klumsybull For information on Billy D. Washington, find him at: www.billydwashington.com For information on Godfrey, find him at: http://www.godfreylive.com For information on Rickey Smiley, find him at: www.rickeysmiley.com *BCD Music Group specializes in developing new talent and their titles. Call the BCD Music Group offices at 281-359-9600 or check out their website at www.bcdmusicgroup.com where you can find all the information you need to get Your Music - Everywhere! For further information, contact Heather Wright at 281-359-9603.

Kid's Comedy Lessons at San Francisco Comedy College

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 08:08:15 -0500

Looking for something constructive for your son or daughter to do after school? The San Francisco Comedy College is now offering children's lessons for students age 12 - 17. These lessons are taught by professional comic and meet weekly for 2 and 1/2 hour. After the fourth lesson your child will get the opportunity to perform on a real comedy stage in front of a live audience. Stand up isn't all laughs, while learning this skill your child will also be learning writing skills, public speaking, and networking, not to mention the enormous boost in self esteem they will receive every time they get a laugh. The San Francisco Comedy College is offering this incredible opportunity for just $200 for a 4 week session (that's less then a night out at the movies, plus no previews to sit through!). If your child is a class clown looking for a constructive outlet or a wall flower in need of a confidence boost, please contact us by email at richsfcc@yahoo.com or call us at (415) 921-2051. If you would like some more information please go to sfcomedycollege.com or to our Kid's Page at Lilmonkey.typepad.com/sfcc_kids

COMICS ON DUTY - NEW DVD

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 08:06:03 -0500

KOCH Records and High 5 Records announce the DVD release "Comics On Duty: We Love You, Mrs. Bevins" ($19.98), a new DVD featuring four of today's hottest up-and-coming comedians, on September 11th, 2007. The DVD features comedians Danny Bevins, Sarah Tiana, Dave Mishevitz and John Bizarre as they take you on their journey while traveling and performing throughout Iraq as part of the Comics on Duty tour. Braving convoys and choppers along with the troops, from the largest base in Baghdad to the most remote camp in Ashraf, and from the busiest aircraft carrier to the loneliest oil platform duty post - these comics, as they film, learn about the one thing everyone over there misses the most - their families. Four different voices tell a story of sacrifice, hospitality and fear using the only weapon they possess - their sense of humor. The Comics On Duty World Tour provides a comedy program with national, headlining acts to the U.S. Armed Forces. Its versatile, compact format is designed to reach both large and small audiences and can travel to the most remote locations. Since 1992, the Comics On Duty World Tour has performed nearly 2600 shows worldwide, boosting the morale of hundreds of thousands of military personnel. A portion of the profits of this DVD will go to assist veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan and their families.

Don't Miss First Annual California Comedy Festival

Tue, 4 Sep 2007 01:00:40 -0500

Don't miss the First Annual California Comedy Festival 2007 beginning September 18 through September 29. New and seasoned comics throughout the United States will be showcased in four categories at this first annual event. Performances will be held at The Comedy Union, Garrett Morris' Downtown Comedy Club, The Ice House Comedy Club, and Improv Comedy Club and Dinner Theatre, Hollywood and Irvine. Ticket price for the preliminary categories are $13 for September 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, and 24 with performances at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. The semi-finals are $15 on September 26, 27, and 28 with performances at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. The grand finale is $20 on September 29 at Sachi Bar in Long Beach. There will also be a comedy showcase night on September 25 at the Improv Comedy Club and Dinner Theatre, Irvine. Produced by Comedians T.K. and William Hale.

Red Peters Comedy Music Hour Show Best Of CD is Filthiest and Funniest CD Ever

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 00:14:20 -0500

Red Peters, host of the Red Peters Comedy Music Hour Radio Show on Sirius Satellite Radio, is set to release the Best of the Red Peters Comedy Music Hour Vol, 1 CD on Oglio Comedy Records, a Fontana/Universal distributed label. The compilation is the best of outrageous comedy songs (rock, rap and country) that artists and listeners have submitted to his show in it's first year of broadcast. The Red Peters Comedy Music Hour Radio Show airs weekly on Howard Stern's Sirius channel, Howard 101, and is the only national show devoted completely to showcasing uncut and uncensored comedy music. Red, a comedy song musicologist and producer, has tapped into a blue music world of artists and songwriters fearlessly writing in a medium that is equal parts modern day vaudevillian, behind the counter irreverent and just plain juvenile that has existed on the fringes of the accepted national music consciousness since the beginnings of composed music. Red's own track "Can't Say These Things", a cool Latin, Jobim influenced composition was one of Howard's theme songs as he clashed with the FCC and became Red's official intro to his own show when the Howard Sirius channels began. The 17 artists featured on the compilation come from all walks of life and each have their own websites and MySpace pages for further listening. Guaranteed to raise the ire of your parents and make you laugh, welcome to world of the Red Peters Comedy Music Hour! Please visit www.oglio.com/press and www.redpeters.com for 300 DPI cover art, press photos, bio, music video and more.

The Comed-o-Therapy Benefit For The Jimmy Fund

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:56:21 -0500

The Comedy Connection, Boston, hosts the first annual Comed-o-Therapy Benefit for The Jimmy Fund, Honoring Jeanne Shippey on October 23, 2007. The night of side-splitting laughs emceed by Las Vegas headliner Cathe B stars LOGO TV and star of Margaret Cho's Sensuous Woman revue- Ian Harvie, along with recent Conan O'Brien guest and comedy festival favorite Shane Mauss. Joining them is Boston comedy legend and star of the recent "When Stand Up Stood Out", Chance Langton. Rounding out the night, local favorite Jon Lincoln is joined by MTV and A&E star, Jim Lauletta, just back from a recent Vegas tour. Other surprise guests are expected for this event, that's expected to be a sell-out due to media sponsorship from the mega-popular community site, MySpace, A Place for Comedy. Tickets for the event are available through the Comedy Connection Box Office in September, at $25 each. Ticket sales go directly to The Jimmy Fund. The Jimmy Fund assists the Dana-Farber Institute in its goal to conquer cancer and cancer related diseases, and to assuage the fears cancer creates. Other sponsors include: Audio-One, For All Professional Audio and Video Needs; The Bill Rodgers Running Store; Acme Books of Somerville; and Godless Grief.

FUNNY FALL COMEDY TOUR 07

Sun, 26 Aug 2007 22:49:33 -0500

Lansing, MI - "Funny Fall Comedy Tour" comes to GREGORY'S located at 2510 N MLK - LANSING, MI on Saturday, September 08, 2007 at 9:30pm. FUNNY FALL COMEDY TOUR.Comedians Ice Cream, O Dawg and So Poetic brings you foot stomping urban comedy at its best.Soul food Kitchen. doors open @ 8pm. You won't want to miss this show. Seating is limited. Ticket prices are $12.50 in advance or $15.00 at the door. To reserve tickets or for additional information call the venue. 517-323-7122

Wanna Get "Lucky" in Vegas at The Comedy Festival?

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 21:07:14 -0500

Are you a superstar in your living room? Well, show us what you got! The Comedy Festival and Ziddio.com are on a quest to find the 21 best stand-up comedians in the country. From August 30 - October 22, as part of "The Lucky 21" talent competition, jokesters who think they are LOL funny can upload their best shtick to http://www.ziddio.com/thelucky21 for the opportunity to win $10,000, a television appearance and meetings with network and industry executives. Fans can then view entries at http://www.ziddio.com/thelucky21 and vote for their favorite cut-up starting on September 3. For the past two months, comedy clubs across the U.S. from the Improv to Spotlight Live have been judging the top comedic performers to determine who will advance to the regional semi-final competitions being held in New York (8/30), Washington D.C. (9/4), Atlanta (9/11), Chicago (9/18), Denver (9/25), Houston (10/2) and Los Angeles (10/8). The top 20 regional winners and the "wild card" lucky 21st online performer will join a lineup of comedy legends including Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock to perform at The Comedy Festival, presented by HBO and AEG Live, at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas from November 14-17. Lily De Smedt ldesmedt@gcigroup.com

Vegas Comedian Don Barnhart Wins 2007 American Idol Underground's Comedy Contest

Thu, 23 Aug 2007 00:37:44 -0500

Las Vegas resident DON BARNHART JR is the 2007 winner of the American Idol Underground's Big Push 2 Comedy Contest. Not only is Don an award winning comedian, he recently wrote, directed and stars in the new independent film, "China Dolls" now available on DVD and he' a contributing author on the book, - I Killed: "True Stories of the Road from America's Top Comics". Don can be heard regularly on The Bob & Tom Show, XM and Sirius and was seen frequently on MTV, Friday Night and An Evening at The Improv. Barnhart is a regular headliner at the top comedy clubs across the country like The Improv and Punchlines. Don also tours regularly for The USO and Comics On Duty entertaining the troops around the world. Barnhart has also been a guest speaker for such top corporate clients as Prudential, PartyPoker.Com and Alanon. He is also one of the first comedians to graduate from the infamous Second City Conservatory Program in Los Angeles and has written, produced and directed several sketch shows and comedy DVD's along with writing several original sit-coms and feature films. For more information on Don Barnhart Jr, please be sure to check out his websites: www.donbarnhart.com www.chinadollsmovie.com

Neil Leiberman's Comedy Seminar

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 21:37:24 -0500

The Punch Line Comedy Club in San Francisco is proud to present America's original Comedy Coach for this one-day comedy seminar for Comedians, Writers, Public Speakers, Actors and anyone that wants to fine-tune their sense of humor. Neil's students have performed on Letterman, Leno, Conan, Seinfeld, HBO, Showtime, etc., and have won every major comedy competition in the country. He is also co-founder, along with George Carlin, of Laugh.com Records Inc. Only $49 in advance or $65 at the door. (100% of The Comedy Coach's profits will be donated to The National Breast Cancer Foundation). Register now! Seating is Limited!

A Muslim, A Mormon, & A Jew Walk into A Bar: The Comedy of Religion

Tue, 7 Aug 2007 02:30:40 -0500

Kung Pao Kosher Comedy Presents... A Muslim, A Mormon, and A Jew Walk into A Bar: The Comedy of Religion 3 comics, 3 San Francisco Bay Area cities, 3 consecutive days: -Sunday, Sept 9 @ 8pm - Julia Morgan Center for the Arts - Berkeley -Monday, Sept 10 @ 8pm - Marin Center Showcase Theatre - San Rafael -Tuesday, Sept 11 @ 8pm - Victoria Theatre - SF Featuring: Shazia Mirza, Bengt Washburn, and Lisa Geduldig. Shazia is the UK's foremost female Muslim stand up comic. She has been featured in the Sunday New York Times Magazine and profiled on 60 Minutes. She sells out shows all over Europe. Bengt is a self-proclaimed unaccomplished Mormon. At 19, he was given a polyester suit, a ten-speed bike and a plane ticket to Seattle; for two years he pedaled up and down the hilly streets of Seattle and Tacoma, knocking on strangers' doors and bringing up religion. In 2001, he won the SF Comedy Competition. Lisa is a local Jewish comedian and comedy producer (Kung Pao Kosher Comedy, The George Bush Going Away Party, Funny Girlz) who comes up with these cockamamie shows.Tix: $20. General Admission

"Underdog" a Comedy Spectacular

Sat, 4 Aug 2007 08:19:50 -0500

Dallas TX - Disney's "Underdog" is a spectacular movie for fun loving adults and kids alike. Who could have doubted that Disney would do a great dog movie. But this was a pure joy. If you haven't seen a Disney movie in years, this is the one. Stunning special effects, great "one-liners" and brilliant casting kept this movie entertaining from start to finish. Bring a date or the family for a hundred laughs.

August 6th Get Another Dose of "American Midol"

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 14:41:17 -0500

Monday, August 6 at 7pm. Get another dose of "American Midol" with The LionHearted Players and Punch 59 Sketch Comedy, A Vaudeville Variety Show at The Sage Theater at 711 7th Avenue (between 47th & 48th Street) "American Midol cures your ills!" - TimesSquare.com "Excellent Show! They were truly nuts . . . and the one who put it over the top was the magician (Dave Cremin). He was very funny. I can't remember when I laughed so hard." - Sue Hucko, Freelance Writer, Crossroads Theatre Guild The Lion Kings of comedy are back with another ferociously funny variety show; presenting an evening of 21st century vaudeville on Monday, August 6, in the heart of Times Square at the Sage Theater, located at 711 7th Avenue (between 47th & 48th Street). Join the Lionhearted Players at 7 p.m. for an evening of magic, merriment and music with some of the best talent New York City has to offer in their variety show titled "American Midol: Bigger, Badder, Crabbier!" Presenting: Sketch comedy by PUNCH 59, with Jen Ryan, Rik Sansone, and Melanie Keegan (since 1996, sketch comedy the way it ought to be: funny!) plus Out of this World Magic with Magician Dave Cremin (www.outofthisworldmagic.com); and from SpikeTV.comâ€™s Geek Ray Vision, stand-up comedian Rob Gorden, with special guests singer/songwriter Michael Aquino, and comedienne Becky Yamamoto. An Entertainment Industry Networking event produced by Powella Productions under the auspices of Paradox Productions. Arrive early at 6:30 for networking and drinks. Showcase starts at 7pm. Reception to meet performers and producers following the show. Tickets: $15 at door day of the show/ $10 in advance. (And, how refreshing! There is no drink minimum, drink as much or as little as you would like!) Powell Leonard & The LionHearted Players Variety Show - Monday, August 6 "You'll Roar with Laughter!" For more info call: Powella Productions at 718-482-8790 E-mail: Powelleon@earthlink.net www.LionHeartedPlayers.com www.punch59comedy.com Directions: SUBWAY: N/R to 49th St., 1/9 to 50th St., F/V or B/D to 47th-50th St. THE LIONHEARTED PLAYERS began as an actor's workshop in the LES' Planet One Cafe in 2001. Since then, producers (and spouses) Powell Leonard and Miss Ella have produced variety, music, and comedy shows featuring some of New York's most talented singers and comedians. Powella productions' The LionHearted Players have performed to packed houses all over New York City including Don't Tell Mama's, Danny's Skylight, the Broadway Comedy Club, and the Undercroft Performance Space. The Lionhearted Players are excited to be featuring sketch comedy with the talented Martiza Salazar. PUNCH 59 (1996-2001) was South Florida's only sketch comedy troupe, logging over 165 performances. The Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel calls PUNCH 59 randy, rowdy, scathing satire" and the Miami New Times hailed them as "bold, original, sophisticated sketch comedy." After a large dose of electricity, PUNCH 59 is proud to be revived and performing again in New York City and features Michael Aquino, Melanie Keegan, Jen Ryan (original PUNCH 59 castmember & FringeNYC '04 Outstanding Performance Award), and Rik Sansone (Summer '69). PUNCH 59 alums have appeared in theatre, TV, commercials, films, and voice-overs, and include Jill Michele-Melian (MAD-TV & Reno 911!), Karen Gordon (Legally Blonde II), Larry Robinson (Sergeant Kabukiman) and David Brownstein (The West Wing). www.punch59comedy.com MAGICIAN DAVE CREMIN puts a twisted spin on old tricks, combining stand-up with magic, illusion, and sleight of hand. You may want to leave the kids - and your larger bills - at home.this ain't your kids' birthday party magic show! www.outofthisworldmagic.com ROB GORDEN gets Lewis Black angry over Larry David things. It's his schtick. Rob was part of the award winning musical comedy duo The Rob and Mark Show which performed with the LionHearted Players since 2002. Rob was also the co-host of GEEK RAY VISION on SpikeTV. BECKY YAMAMOTO is a comedienne by night, and kick-ass musician after that playing in New York's favorite all-girl experimental coverband Stickerbook. Stickerbook is an all-girl coverband with heart! They will make all your dreams come true, especially dreams about people getting dressed up and playing twisted versions of pop hits on weird instruments. http://stickerbooknyc.com/

The Other Network Comedy Contest Seeks Original, Funny Stuff

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 14:27:44 -0500

The Other Network Comedy Contest, sponsored by XM Radio, is looking for comedic talent with maximum flavor, a distinctive voice and a singular point of view. Now in its fourth year, the contest offers real access to and advice from some of the most active, experienced people in TV comedy. Executives. Agents. Managers. Not to mention writers for "The Simpsons," "Saturday Night Live," "Sex and the City," "The Office," "Everybody Loves Raymond" and other shows that have become benchmarks of TV comedy. Two recent winners got their scripts into the hands of head execs at Comedy Central and received notes from showrunners who've expressed interest in being attached to the projects. Original script winners are now also in the hands of literary agents at Metropolitan and William Morris. Previous winners have had their work seen by agents at UTA and Metropolitan, managers at Brillstein-Grey, executives at Fox and Comedy Central, producers and award-winning TV creators. The entry fee is $40 per submission. Submitted material must be post-marked no later than Dec. 1, 2007. Affiliate and sponsorship opportunities are also available. For more information, visit the Other Network Contest home page at the link.

New York Underground Comedy Festival Goes Global: 2007 Dates & Locations Announced - Festival Will Now Span Four Continents and Be Broadcasted Worldwide

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 01:28:53 -0500

NEW YORK CITY July 26, 2007 - The 2007 New York Underground Comedy Festival (www.nycundergroundcomedy.com) will take place September 28th through October 7th in all five New York boroughs; Australia; Ireland, South Africa, and China (at the only comedy club in the nation of 1.4 billion people). For the first time in the festival's five-year history, the entire world will be able to watch NYUCF comedy shows via real-time updates on New Media Comedy's (www.newmediacomedy.com ) website. "No hype aside, what we're doing this year is unprecedented," said Executive Producer / Founder George Sarris. "We're giving our comedians a world stage and we're giving the world the gift of laughter for all to enjoy. We are the people's comedy festival." Produced by Sarris Productions, the 2007 festival will feature over 100 comedy-related events from stand up comedy showcases to writing / comedy workshops. Over 600 professional and rising star comedians worldwide will be participating in the NYUCF. The NYUCF returns to the heart of Manhattan with its home base at the Sage Theatre in Times Square. Regional festival venues include: The Comic Strip Live, Gotham Comedy Club, The Stress Factory (NJ), The Laugh Lounge, and many others to be announced in the coming weeks. Aside from the major comedy clubs, people will be able to see festival shows their local libraries, hospitals, and even homeless shelters. Previous festival headers have included: Freddie Roman (Dean of the Friar's Club), Jim Gaffigan (NBC's Late Night with Conan O'Brien), Judy Gold (HBO & Comedy Central), Rick Overton (Emmy Award Winning Head Writer For HBO's "The Dennis Miller Show"), Dom Irrera (NBC's Seinfeld), Colin Quinn (NBC's Saturday Night Live ), Bill Burr (HBO), Nick DiPaolo (92.3 Free FM & Comedy Central), Rob Bartlett (WFAN's Imus in the Morning), Bonne McFarlane (NBC's "Last Comic Standing"), Jim Norton (NBC's Tonight Show with Jay Leno), Rich Vos (NBC's "Last Comic Standing"), and Eddie Brill (CBS's "Late Show with David Letterman"), and hottest rising superstars of stand up comedy. Tickets prices vary pending on the shows. The NYUCF will also be raising money for several worthy charities. Non-profit beneficiaries will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information about the festival, please contact our Publicity Manager Ryan McCormick at 516-901-1103. For show tickets, please visit www.nycundergroundcomedy.com or call (212) 265-5510. About the New York Underground Comedy Festival: Produced by Sarris Productions, the New York Underground Comedy Festival (www.nycundergroundcomedy.com) has emerged-- in the space of only four years-- as New York's leading showcase for comedy. Officially recognized by Mayor Mike Bloomberg, the Festival has become a meeting-ground for leading comedians and industry executives from film and television.

Get another dose of "American Midol" The LionHearted Players and Punch 59 Sketch Comedy Variety Show

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 01:15:43 -0500

Monday, August 6th at 7:00pm. Get another dose of "American Midol" with The LionHearted Players and Punch 59 Sketch Comedy, A Vaudeville Variety Show at The Sage Theater 711 7th Avenue (between 47th & 48th Street) "American Midol cures your ills!" TimesSquare.com "Excellent Show! They were truly nuts . . . and the one who put it over the top was the magician (Dave Cremin). He was very funny. I can't remember when I laughed so hard." - Sue Hucko, Freelance Writer, Crossroads Theatre Guild The Lion Kings of comedy are back with another ferociously funny variety show; presenting an evening of 21st century vaudeville on Monday, August 6, in the heart of Times Square at the Sage Theater, located at 711 7th Avenue (between 47th & 48th Street). Join the Lionhearted Players at 7 p.m. for an evening of magic, merriment and music with some of the best talent New York City has to offer in their variety show titled "American Midol: Bigger, Badder, Crabbier!" Presenting: Sketch comedy by PUNCH 59, with Jen Ryan, Rik Sansone, and Melanie Keegan (since 1996, sketch comedy the way it ought to be: funny!) plus Out of this World Magic with Magician Dave Cremin (www.outofthisworldmagic.com); and from SpikeTV.com's Geek Ray Vision, stand-up comedian Rob Gorden, with special guests singer/songwriter Michael Aquino, and comedienne Becky Yamamoto. An Entertainment Industry Networking event produced by Powella Productions under the auspices of Paradox Productions. Arrive early at 6:30 for networking and drinks. Showcase starts at 7:00pm. Reception to meet performers and producers following the show. Tickets: $15 at door day of the show/ $10 in advance. (And, how refreshing! There is no drink minimum, drink as much or as little as you would like!) Powell Leonard & The LionHearted Players Variety Show - Monday, August 6 "You'll Roar with Laughter!" For more info call: Powella Productions at 718-482-8790 E-mail: Powelleon@earthlink.net www.LionHeartedPlayers.com www.punch59comedy.com Directions: SUBWAY: N/R to 49th St., 1/9 to 50th St., F/V or B/D to 47th-50th St. THE LIONHEARTED PLAYERS began as an actor's workshop in the LES' Planet One Cafe in 2001. Since then, producers (and spouses) Powell Leonard and Miss Ella have produced variety, music, and comedy shows featuring some of New York's most talented singers and comedians. Powella productions' The LionHearted Players have performed to packed houses all over New York City including Don't Tell Mama's, Danny's Skylight, the Broadway Comedy Club, and the Undercroft Performance Space. The Lionhearted Players are excited to be featuring sketch comedy with the talented Martiza Salazar. PUNCH 59 (1996-2001) was South Florida's only sketch comedy troupe, logging over 165 performances. The Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel calls PUNCH 59 randy, rowdy, scathing satire" and the Miami New Times hailed them as "bold, original, sophisticated sketch comedy." After a large dose of electricity, PUNCH 59 is proud to be revived and performing again in New York City and features Michael Aquino, Melanie Keegan, Jen Ryan (original PUNCH 59 castmember & FringeNYC '04 Outstanding Performance Award), and Rik Sansone (Summer '69). PUNCH 59 alums have appeared in theatre, TV, commercials, films, and voice-overs, and include Jill Michele-Melian (MAD-TV & Reno 911!), Karen Gordon (Legally Blonde II), Larry Robinson (Sergeant Kabukiman) and David Brownstein (The West Wing). www.punch59comedy.com MAGICIAN DAVE CREMIN puts a twisted spin on old tricks, combining stand-up with magic, illusion, and sleight of hand. You may want to leave the kids - and your larger bills - at home.this ain't your kids' birthday party magic show! www.outofthisworldmagic.com ROB GORDEN gets Lewis Black angry over Larry David things. It's his schtick. Rob was part of the award winning musical comedy duo The Rob and Mark Show which performed with the LionHearted Players since 2002. Rob was also the co-host of GEEK RAY VISION on SpikeTV. BECKY YAMAMOTO is a comedienne by night, and kick-ass musician after that playing in New York's favorite all-girl experimental coverband Stickerbook. Stickerbook is an all-girl coverband with heart! They will make all your dreams come true, especially dreams about people getting dressed up and playing twisted versions of pop hits on weird instruments. http://stickerbooknyc.com/

That OLD Hippie Chick Grace White @ Monterey Summer of Love Festival

Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:07:10 -0500

Comedian Grace White, aka That OLD Hippie Chick, with Bands from then and now, such as the Jefferson Starship and Big Brother & The Holding Company will celebrate the 40th anniversary of all the iconic music events of 1967. It will be two days of Peace, Love, Music, and History. 1967 was an incredible year for Rock 'n' Roll and it was the Summer of Love. Flower Power and the San Francisco Sound were in full bloom. The Beatles released Sgt. Peppers, The Doors 'Light My Fire' burned up the charts and in a small arena on the beautiful Monterey peninsula the infamous Monterey International Pop Festival proved to be magical. We hope to bring another prolific event to the 75 million Baby Boomers who lived that monumental year by presenting a 40th anniversary celebration and concert.

Rooster T. Feathers Hosts Bay Area Boston Comedy Festival Auditions

Fri, 18 May 2007 14:40:44 -0500

Sunnyvale, Calif., May 17, 2007--Rooster T. Feathers Comedy club announces auditions for the Boston Comedy Festival to be held June 6, 2007. Twelve comedians will be jockeying for a spot in the prestigious October comedy festival. Boston Comedy Competition Auditions will be held at the South Bay's original comedy club, Wednesday June 6, 2007. ROOSTERS HAS A REPUTATION TO PROTECT Two years ago the Grand Prize Winner of the prestigious Boston Comedy Festival, Ryan Stout, was plucked from the stage of Sunnyvale's own Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club. Every year, the hottest Bay Area up-and-comers flock to Rooster T's to lay it all on the line, and audition in the hopes of becoming the next big thing. "The big names in comedy don't always come from New York or LA," said Heather Barbieri, comedian and owner of Rooster T. Feathers comedy club. "We're proud that Ryan got his shot right here in Sunnyvale, and there are some folks on this year's lineup that we know are also destined for greatness." The Boston Comedy Festival, in its seventh year, features ninety-six comedians from around the country who battle it out for the attentions of talent scouts, managers and booking agents, as well as comedy fans in attendance--and a chance at the $10,000 purse. Bay Area auditions will be held at 8:00 pm at the historic Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club in Sunnyvale. The first 150 guests will also be treated to free ha-ha-hot dogs! Doors open at 7:00 pm and tickets cost $10. All shows are 21 and over only with a valid ID, and there is a two-item minimum per person. Reservations are strongly recommended, and can be made by calling 408.736.0921. Please visit www.RoosterTFeathers.com for more information. High-resolution images of Rooster T. Feathers are available upon request. Rooster T. Feathers is celebrating its 29th year as the South Bay's original comedy club--bringing the nation's funniest professional comedians to the Sunnyvale stage.

Entertainment Photographer Dan Dion to Shoot in LA and New York

Thu, 17 May 2007 14:24:39 -0500

Internationally renowned entertainment photographer Dan Dion will be in Los Angeles the week of May 21st, and New York in late June. Artists and agencies interested in photo sessions for any project or client, should contact Don Dion as early as possible at dan@dandion.com for details. Dan Dion has added over 150 new photographs, mostly portraits of comedians and musicians to his web site at http://www.dandion.com. Some of the recent additions include performance shots. Some of the new work includes Ron White, Beck, DL Hughley, The Raconteurs, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, John Lovitz, Richard Lewis, Bruce Springsteen, Joan Jett, John Cleese, Joe Rogan, Zach Galifianakis, Ray Manzarek, Greg Giraldo, Margaret Cho, Brian Posehn, Lars Ulrich, Paul Provenza, Snoop, Sarah Silverman, Doug Stanhope, The Pogues, Gilbert Gottfried, and Sonic Youth. There are also shots from Dan Dion exhibitions this year in Sydney and Edinburgh, as well as other portrait shows. Dan is known for his photo collections of performing artists and celebrities, as well as work for editorial and corporate clients in the hotel, restaurant, and entertainment industries, including panoramic and virtual reality images. New tear sheets, with examples of Dion's work used as CD art, in magazines, and newspapers are also available on the web site. They have also added a press section, with articles about Dion's photography focusing on his work with top comedy headliners. All the new work, press, and tear sheets can be found at http://www.dandion.com/NewWork.html Information on prints can be had by emailing the Dan Dion's offices at dan@dandion.com.

Bev Hits The Scene!

Thu, 17 May 2007 13:52:53 -0500

If you haven't heard of or seen Bev, you're in for a treat. A character created by Comedian Norma Jean Riddick of Orange County, she's quickly gaining local fans and followers. Bev is mirrored after Norma Jean's own mother: She smokes three packs of cigarettes a day, drinks milk by the gallons and has a funny outlook and opinion about many things. Norma Jean's delivery, timing and stage presence as Bev is totally opposite of what's been witnessed of her as "herself," performing as America's Only Retired Dominatrix Comedian. Norma Jean produces two shows, one of which went on hiatus recently and the other which is climbing in attendance. Norma Jean is definitely a comedian to watch. After only a year since she attended her first class with Greg Dean, she's climbing fast! On Saturday night, April 21st, she got a call (waking her up from a nap) from Bill Word at 6:30 pm that someone had dropped out of the California's Funniest Female Contest and offered her up a spot since she lives so close. She got there by 8:15 and by 10:30 pm, she had placed first over nine other comedians...that is certainly impressive!! Be sure to visit Norma Jean and Her Character Bev on MySpace and see what the buzz is all about! Norma Jean performed again as Bev on May 5th in the Quarter Finals of the California's Funniest Female Contest. http://www.normajeancomedy.com

Craig Louis Presents Comedy Night

Thu, 17 May 2007 13:29:48 -0500

Blush Nightclub in Burlingame has a COMEDY NIGHT held every 2nd and 4th Saturday by Craig Louis Presents -for more info You could search Craig Louis Presents on myspace.com The comics are on from 8pm to 9:30pm, Doors open at 7pm. There are usually 3 Comics: Headliners include big named Comics from such programs as HBO and Comedy Central. Full bar available - no drink minimums! Which definitely gives the place a much more relaxed/cozy feeling than some of the other comedy clubs in the city. Note: There is no food because there is no kitchen, but they had put out little bowls of nick-nacks (pretzels, bar mixes) - so you might want to grab dinner first at one of the many local restaurants. Overall, Blush is a very intimate setting that provides lots of laughs and good times. Blush is opening up their doors to various events/shows, that cater to different social interests. These types of events definitely help to provide the many diverse adult members of our community a beautiful and uniquely designed establishment to relax, enjoy, laugh, and simply have a "stress-free" great time. People young and old are in attendance: singles, couples, groups. Table Reservations are also available, as seating is limited - you can reserve by calling 650-347-7710 or you can email M-F to sharon@blushnightclub.com. No reservation fees. I would defiantly recommend making the reservation for groups. As a small group of 3 should be no problem. Admission is usually $15-$20 depending - mostly $15. They also run ads -2 for 1 admission coupon in local newspaper (Both San Mateo Times and Daily News) the week of the Event. A coupon is also available by going to the calendar page on their website: http://wwwblushnightclub.com The flyer can be found as a link under the appropriate date. Also with admission to the Comedy Club you are invited to stay at no additional cost to the regular scheduled Hip-Hop/Club Hits event from 10pm-2am, for all those attendants who want to party after the show. w/Exclusive VIP wristbands to everyone staying afterwards as an additional courtesy. It was an all inclusive night. The atmosphere is upscale and very sexy. Dress Code is casual to upscale attire. Its a very comfortable environment with very attentive and helpful staff and cocktail waitress's who was right on top of the drink refills. Not to mention the ample parking- Blush Night Club is located at 261 California Dr. Burlingame 94010 -I recommend everyone to check out this Event-

Seymour Swan Stand-up Show Celebrates 19 Years Running!

Thu, 17 May 2007 12:37:15 -0500

Manhattan, NY - "Seymour Swan Comedy Show celebrates 19 years running!" now at the New York Comedy Club located at 241 East 24th St. between 2nd-3rd Avenue in Manhattan, NYC 10010, on Friday, May 18, 2007 at 11:45pm. You won't want to miss this show. Seating is limited. Ticket prices are $10.00 in advance or $15.00 at the door. To reserve tickets or for additional information call the venue. 212-696-5233 http://newyorkcomedylub/urban

The LionHearted Players present "AMERICAN MIDOL": An evening of Comedy & Magic - Monday, May 21st at 7:00pm

Mon, 14 May 2007 13:26:34 -0500

Join The LionHearted Players as they present their latest twisted comedy /variety show, featuring the New York City debut of Miami sketch comedy troupe PUNCH 59, "The Rob And Mark Show" (SpikeTV's "Geek Ray Vision") and out-of-this-world magical comedy with Magician Dave Cremin! PUNCH 59 (1996-2001) was South Florida's only sketch comedy troupe, logging over 165 performances. The Ft. Lauderdale Sun-Sentinel calls PUNCH 59 randy, rowdy, scathing satire" and the Miami New Times hailed them as "bold, original, sophisticated sketch comedy." After a large dose of electricity, PUNCH 59 is proud to be revived and performing again in New York City and features Jen Ryan (original PUNCH 59 castmember & FringeNYC '04 Outstanding Performance Award), Rik Sansone (Summer '69), Amir Darvish (Mercury: The Afterlife and Times of a Rock God), and Kate Stuetzel. PUNCH 59 alums have appeared in theatre, TV, commercials, films, and voice-overs, and include Jill Michele-Melian (MAD-TV & Reno 911!), Karen Gordon (Legally Blonde II), Larry Robinson (Sergeant Kabukiman) and David Brownstein (The West Wing) www.punch59comedy.com THE ROB AND MARK SHOW is a two-man musical comedy/stand-up show in the grand, insane tradition of the Smothers Brothers, Blues Brothers and Tenacious D! Rob Gorden and Mark Douglas have been performing with the LionHearted Players since 2002 and are the hosts of GEEK RAY VISION on Spiketv.com. www.myspace.com/ therobandmarkshow MAGICIAN DAVE CREMIN puts a twisted spin on old tricks, combining stand-up with magic, illusion, and sleight of hand. You may want to leave the kids - and your larger bills - at home.this ain't your kids' birthday party magic show! www.outofthisworldmagic.com THE LIONHEARTED PLAYERS began as an actor's workshop in the LES' Planet One Cafe in 2001. Since then, producers (and spouses) Powell Leonard and Ella Louise have produced variety, music, and comedy shows featuring some of New York's most talented singers and comedians. The LionHearted Players have performed to packed houses all over New York City including Don't Tell Mama's, Danny's Skylight, Undercroft Performance Space, and are proud to be making their debut at the Broadway Comedy Club. www.thelionheartedplayers.com LionHearted Players present "AMERICAN MIDOL" - An evening of Comedy, Music and Magic Monday, My 21 @ 7:00pm - Broadway Comedy Club - 318 West 53rd Street (@ 8th Ave.) NO COVER (2 drink minimum)-reservations suggested - 212-757-2323 Complimentary Admission for Industry Professionals - call (718) 482-8790

Paul Ryan's "The Art Of Comedy: Getting Serious About Being Funny" Hits Book Expo America , NYC

Thu, 3 May 2007 05:14:32 -0500

NEW YORK, NY --- Promoting a book at Book Expo America is serious business. But for Paul Ryan , Author of "The Art of Comedy: Getting Serious About Being Funny" - the ultimate comedy bible from Backstage Books, it truly is a laughing matter! On Sunday, June 3, 2007 10:00 a.m. (Watson-Guptill Booth #4472, #4475) at the Jacob Javitz Convention Center in New York City, Ryan, known as "Hollywood's premier comedy coach" for two decades including thirteen at CBS Studio Center, launches his book tour with a meet-n-greet signing, presenting his exercise-packed "pie-in-your-face" informational how-to-humor guide. This book is ideal for actors, comedians, public speakers, educators, TV Hosts and Guests, business executives needing to refine their presentation skills, and anyone who wants to develop their sense of humor. "The Art of Comedy" instructs how to build a character, how to incorporate improvisation into a written scene, where to turn for comic inspiration and how to bring out the "funny" in anything and everything. Also included is a technical analysis of comedy greats from Robin Williams to Jerry Seinfeld. "I wrote 'The Art of Comedy: Getting Serious about Being Funny' because the greatest gift we can give each other is laughter and we all need a little help in getting there. Learning to be funnier in your life and career is a gift and a craft that you can develop. After spending many years helping people from all walks of life to find their "funny," I realized I wanted to be the pied piper of comedy, and reach out to as many people as possible. After all, wasn't it Barbra Streisand who once sang, "People who need 'funny' people, are the luckiest people in the world?" - "Finding 'your funny' is one of the most enjoyable and exciting journeys you will ever take, so fasten your seat belts for an amazing ride", states Ryan. Ryan, whose multi-hyphens: Director-Producer-Writer-TV Host-Actor-Comedy and TV Hosting Coach Coach-International Speaker-Spiritual Counselor-now Author, read like a dotted line on a winding road of entertainment industry success. His credits include: Series Co-Host of Mid-Morning L.A. , Celebrity Interviewer for Entertainment Tonight, Host/Producer of The Paul Ryan Show on national cable, Talk Live on CNBC, and The World Through Celebrities' Eyes on The Travel Channel. He's hosted, produced, and owns over 700 celebrity TV Talk shows with a "Who' s Who of Hollywood, "I including Sir Anthony Hopkins, Jane Fonda, Brooke Shields, and Sophia Loren. His most recently hosted and produced three new TV Talk Shows..."Feel Good TV with Paul Ryan & Friends," "The Art of Comedy," and "Shmooze." Last year he directed, produced and played one of the leads in "Hollywood Alive" on HD. His new DVD and CD "EXERCISE YOUR FUNNY BONE" contain many of the exercises from the book, but also focuses on lightening up in the workplace, adding humor to relationships with family and friends, relieving stress, empowering your health, and finding your love partner. Ryan has conducted comedy sessions at top corporations, cruise ships around the world, exclusive spas, and has gained a reputation for continuously facilitating an uplifting and memorable comedy event. Passionate about health, healing, and working from the inside out, Ryan's experience as an International Speaker on Hollywood , Health & Humor comes alive in everything he does, and The Art of Comedy is no exception. "Humor is a must in our lives because it heals us. In matters of health and well being, it has been proven that humor can turn people around both physically and emotionally. In matters of the heart, women are always asked, "What do you find most attractive ? They always answer, sense of humor. In an over-worked society, comedy is one of the easiest ways to ease tension. Metaphysically speaking in attaining what we want in life, one of the most integral parts of the "Law of Attraction" is definitely humor and walking on the lighter side of life explains Ryan. For more interviews and review copies, contact Stacey Kumagai, Media Monster Communications, Inc. 818-506-8675 mediamonster@yahoo.com or Nicole Miller, Watson-Guptill Publishing 646-654-5454 nmiller@watsonguptill.com . For more information on Paul Ryan or to buy the book go to www.paulryanproductions.com

More Comedy Reviews Added to ComedyCritic.com

Wed, 2 May 2007 18:02:30 -0500

Arlington TX - 05-01-07 Reviews for the performances by Ben Creed, David Ashley and Gary Hood at Hyena's Arlington location on Saturday April 28th have been added to ComedyCritic.com. The "Comedy Critic" reviews live stand-up comedy performances by invitation of either the hosting club or comedian. With over 300 live performances reviewed in the last 5 years, "Comedy Critic" reviews include some of the top comedians in the business including many comedy legends. "We have focused on comedians performing in the Dallas/Fort Worth area and occasionally in Los Angeles.", according to Don Lokke "The Comedy Critic". "I review everyone from top comedy names to the first performances of promising new talent. It's interesting to see where their comedy starts and watch it grow. Some of the stand-ups I covered 4-5 years ago are just now making it to television and headlining in comedy clubs across the country. Contrary to the name 'Comedy Critic' I don't look critically at individual performances. There are too many variables including the audience, other comedians, the venue and event the weather. I look at the underlying content, the delivery, and try to find what they are really saying. What is their perspective. Every Stand-up is different. Stand-ups are a rare breed, the 'Samari of Stage Performers'. They discover, write, and perform their material as one-man plays, carefully timed, words chosen and precisely placed, most are inspired social commentators. They seek originality and condemn 'Hacks'. Stand-up comedy is one of two totally original American Arts, the other being Jazz/Blues. Both stem from our freedom of speech. I want to cheer them on every time these Stand-ups take on the straitjacket of social-political correctness which is usually wrong in everyway. They are the cutting edge of our freedom to think and speak. They give the rest of us a voice and sometimes a clue. We have to understand and protect their role, a sort of performance press that began with political cartoonists like Nast and social commentators like Samuel Clemmens and Will Rodgers. It isn't always pretty but it's necessary. They keep the horrors of censorship at bay."

Clean Collar Comedy with Al Fike

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 13:07:26 -0500

Richardson, TX, - "CLEAN COLLAR COMEDY w/AL FIKE" comes to The Heights Baptist Church (The Brick Room) located at 201 W. Renner Rd and 75 Central on Friday, May 04, 2007 at 7:00pm. Clean Comedy w/ Al Fike, Kelly Wick, Linda Stogner, Brent Reed, Darren Collins, John Jackshaw, Chuck Montgomery, Ms Vickie, Susan Burchchett. You won't want to miss this show. Seating is limited to 400 seats. If show sells out, a 9:00pm show will happen. Ticket prices are $10.00 in advance or $10.00 at the door. Kids 12 and under are $8.00. Seating is on first come, first serve basis, so get there early. To reserve tickets or for additional information call the venue. 972-238-7243 or get online at www.theheights.org/news.htm.

Big Jay Oakerson Performing at the Laff House 3/23 & 3/24

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 09:46:10 -0600

Big Jay Oakerson who has appeared on HBO's Comedy Half-Hours and Comedy Central will be performing 5 shows at the Laff House Comedy Club in Philadelphia, PA on Friday, March 23rd and Saturday, March 24th. Call 215-440-4242 for more information.

Todd Justice to Make CMT Appearance

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 14:21:45 -0600

Looks like CMT is looking for new deserving comedy talent, for their 'CMT: Comedy Stage' television show. According to close sources, the Dallas comedy phenom Todd Justice has been approached about appearing in Nashville in early April, for taping. The show would air sometime in May, and each episode is aired nationwide between 5-10 times per week, over a minimum of 6-8 weeks. Justice is currently on the second leg of his never-ending "Total World Domination" Tour and will be performing in four different countries, with over 80 shows in the next seven months. For more info, check out ... www.ToddJustice.com or www.myspace.com/toddjustice

Encore Comedy Club in St Louis

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 00:30:11 -0600

St. Louis (November 10, 2006) - St. Louis has officially arrived on the improv comedy map with other major cities like Los Angeles, Chicago and New York City. ENCORE! Comedy Club and DJ Lounge has chosen St. Louis' own historic Union Station as the home of its new 5000 Sq. Ft. Comedy Theater/Nightclub, which bring fast-paced "Whose Line" style comedy to delighted audiences, and provides late night live DJ entertainment to music and dance lovers. An exciting addition to St. Louis area night life options, ENCORE! Comedy Club in Union Station takes over the space formerly known as the Improv Theatre, a venue which helped to launch the careers of Bernie Mac and Cedric the Entertainer and is now being renovated under new ownership with a Grand Re-Opening set to take place on December 1, 2006. Club owner John Larson is no stranger to improv. He has worked with the best in the business including award winning director Mike Nichols and Paul Sills, original director of Chicago's Second City. Larson comes to St. Louis direct from NYC, where he has entertained Barbara Striesand, Julie Andrews, Hillary Clinton, Prince, Jon Stewart, Darrel Hammond, Rudolph Giuliani, Paul Anka, Jasmine Guy, Jodi Foster, Patrick Swazy, the NY Giants, Jon Bon Jovi, and the Village People to name just a few. He cites "The St. Louis Vibe" as a factor in his decision to relocate to St. Louis. In addition to hosting comedy shows, ENCORE! is also available for rental for social and corporate events. It accommodates groups up to 600. Visit ENCORE! at 1820 Market St., St. Louis, in Union Station next to the Hyatt. Doors open at 7pm and shows are held at 8pm, 9:15pm and 10:30 pm. Late night entertainment varies from Karaoke to Music Trivia Game Show to Live DJ. Tickets are $10 and are available in advance at http://www.ClubEncore.com or by calling 1-888-567-9665.

How Many Clients Does It Take To Change a Lightbulb? A Lawyer Strikes Back

Fri, 9 Mar 2007 00:20:19 -0600

This short book reveals the secret world of jokes that lawyers tell each other about their clients, and by doing so proclaims in response to lawyer-bashing and lawyer jokes that the profession also has a sense of humor. The difficulties of the attorney-client relationship and the legal system is shown to be not a one-sided hardship solely for clients but also for lawyers requiring that they also have a sense of humor both about their profession and about their relationships with their clients. It is a refreshing and humorous look at the practice of law from an attorney's perspective, the ones who are usually the butt of the jokes. This short book serves as an awakening of the sense of humor for the all-too-serious lawyer; and for the novice lawyer or law student about to embark on the real world of attorney-client relationships, it serves as a training guide by providing an insight into the personalities and irrational behavior that clients as humans unavoidably exhibit. Without breaching the secrecy of the attorney-client relationship, this book will lighten up any boring discussion on legal or career issues. It turns the tables on lawyer jokes and is a great stocking stuffer or gag gift for the lawyer or law student in the family while giving the profession some credit for dealing with difficult people.

Brett Eidman Hits # 1

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 23:46:15 -0600

After remaining for months on the Top Ten Most Requested List, comedian Brett Eidman's new comedy song,"Ode To Scruffy" made number one on The Dr. Demento Show, a nationally syndicated radio comedy program. The tune also finished in the Top Ten for 2006. This little ditty is about a man and his dog, and anyone who ever had a dog as a pet just might get a kick out this or they might be highly offended. Either way, Brett's song seemed to hit a nerve with the public. "Scruffy" can be found on the original release of Brett's debut CD, "What's So F#@k'n funny?", available Worldwide on Uproar Entertainment Records. Brett also has one of the top downloaded comedy CD's on iTunes. Brett, a resident of West Nyack, NY is reinventing his comedy career after several past guest stints on Saturday Night Live, including the Michael Jordan episode, and Comedy Central. Brett is also a graduate of the highly acclaimed Second City, Chicago. Songs and comedy bits from his new CD have also been featured regularly on Sirius and XM satellite radio and has been a guest on the highly acclaimed syndicated radio program, The Mancow Show. Brett is currently writing a live show with National Lampoon producer/writer Jeffrey Gurian, which will tour in 2007. Brett is featured in the January issue of Hudson Valley Magazine and will appear in three comedy videos shot for RadioFree NY, which will launch early this year. If that wasn't enough, Brett will also be in Jeffrey Gurian's new book, "Filthy, Funny, and Totally Offensive-Jokes So Dirty Comedians and Entertainers Only Tell Them to Each Other" - Coming out in May. "Brett Eidman is a very sick and funny person" - Sonny Fox, XM Comedy "Brett Eidman is the funniest comedian to come around in a long time" - Adam Harrington, Whisperin & Hollerin "A truly sick mind" - Jim Gaffigan "Brett Eidman is a comedy madman. I've known him for 16 years and he's made me laugh every single one of them!" - Lisa Lampanelli, Comedy's Loveable Queen of Mean http://www.bretteidman.com 845-358-1050

Comic Strip Live Named 'Best Comedy Club' For 2007 By AOL CityGuide

Sun, 4 Mar 2007 01:11:59 -0600

New York, NY - February 28, 2007 - In the city that never sleeps, the Comic Strip Live (www.comicstriplive.com) was honored as the "Best Comedy Club" by AOL CityGuide as part of their 2007 City's Best program. AOL CityGuide (www.aolcityguide.com), provides an opportunity for local residents to vote for their favorite venues in their hometown, as well as cities they enjoy visiting. "It was a very competitive contest but, in the end the Comic Strip Live fans came out in droves to put us over the top," said Josh Ravitz, Manager of the Comic Strip Live. "We thank them so much." The Comic Strip Live celebrating their 30th year, has launched the careers of more major comedians than any other club in history. It is also the oldest showcase comedy club in the world. "Each year during our annual City's Best program, we turn to the real experts to select the best places to go for food and entertainment - the local consumers who visit these venues," said David Lebow, EVP and GM, AOL Media Networks. "The ongoing demand for the kind of localized information we provide to our millions of users is displayed in the success of City's Best." For more information about the contest or the Comic Strip Live, please call Ryan McCormick at (516) 901-1103. About The Comic Strip Live: Est. in 1977, the World Famous Comic Strip Live has launched the careers of Jerry Seinfeld, Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, and several other superstars of laughter. Recently, the club was voted AOL's Best Comedy Club in New York for 2007. Shows run 7-days a week and feature today's hottest comedians. For more information, please visit - www.comicstriplive.com About AOL® CityGuide: AOL® CityGuide, a leading online local entertainment guide, is a one-stop destination for people who want to know where to go and what to do in more than 300 cities. AOL CityGuide's information offerings focus on restaurants, bars, movies, bars and special events, with detailed information like, directions, editorial recommendations, and live event tickets to more than 50,000 events at more than 6,000 venues, making it the most comprehensive ticketing resource online. Formerly known as the Digital City® service, AOL CityGuide can be found free on the Web at www.aolcityguide.com. ###

NY Underground Comedy Festival 2007 Dates Announced

Sun, 4 Mar 2007 00:49:26 -0600

(NEW YORK CITY) Feb.28, 2007 - The 2007 New York Underground Comedy Festival (www.nycundergroundcomedy.com) will take place September 28th through October 7th in all five New York boroughs; Melbourne, Australia; Europe and China (at the only comedy club in the nation of 1.4 billion people). For the first time in the festival's five-year history, the entire world will be able to watch NYUCF comedy shows via real-time updates on New Media Comedy's (www.newmediacomedy.com ) website. "No hype aside, what we're doing this year is unprecedented," said Executive Producer / Founder George Sarris. "We're giving our comedians a world stage and we're giving the world the gift of laughter for all to enjoy. We are the people's comedy festival." Produced by Sarris Productions, the 2007 festival will feature over 500 comedy related events from stand up comedy showcases to writing / comedy workshops. Over 600 professional and rising star comedians worldwide will partake in the largest comedy exhibition in the history of New York. The NYUCF returns to the heart of Manhattan with its home base at the Sage Theatre in Times Square. Regional festival venues include: The Comic Strip Live, Gotham Comedy Club, The Stress Factory (NJ), The Laugh Lounge, and many others to be announced in the coming weeks. Aside from the major comedy clubs, people will be able to see festival shows their local libraries, hospitals, and even homeless shelters. Previous festival headers have included: Freddie Roman (Dean of the Friar's Club), Jim Gaffigan (NBC's Late Night with Conan O'Brien), Judy Gold (HBO & Comedy Central), Rick Overton (Emmy Award Winning Head Writer For HBO's "The Dennis Miller Show"), Dom Irrera (NBC's Seinfeld), Colin Quinn (NBC's Saturday Night Live ), Bill Burr (HBO), Nick DiPaolo (92.3 Free FM & Comedy Central), Rob Bartlett (WFAN's aImus in the Morning"), Bonne McFarlane (NBC's "Last Comic Standing"), Jim Norton (NBC's Tonight Show with Jay Leno), Rich Vos (NBC's "Last Comic Standing"), and Eddie Brill (CBS's "Late Show with David Letterman"), and hottest rising superstars of stand up comedy. Tickets prices vary pending on the shows. The NYUCF will also be raising money for several worthy charities. Non-profit beneficiaries will be announced in the coming months. For more information about the festival or for show tickets, visit www.nycundergroundcomedy.com or call (212) 265-5510. About the New York Underground Comedy Festival: Produced by Sarris Productions, the New York Underground Comedy Festival (www.nycundergroundcomedy.com) has emerged-- in the space of only four years-- as New York's leading showcase for comedy. Officially recognized by Mayor Mike Bloomberg, the Festival has become a meeting-ground for leading comedians and industry executives from film and television. ###

ComedySportz DFW Annual Valentine's Day Battle of the Sexes!

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 10:50:51 -0600

Dallas, TX, January 18, 2007 -- It's the time of year when love is in the air - a time to spend with your loved one sharing strawberries and champagne - holding hands, looking into each other's eyes - and then trying to slap each other silly because it's once again time for the Annual ComedySportz Battle of the Sexes!. Every year at this time, it's the men against the women to see who can take the bragging rights for being funnier. Last year, the men broke a two year losing streak by soundly beating the woman's team! This year, we think the women are out for revenge, but when asked if anything was wrong, the women's team said, "nothing". Uh oh. We all know what that means. ComedySportz will be playing at the ComedySportz Arena in Dallas on Wednesday, February 14th at 8:30pm. The theatre is located in the West End MarketPlace Building at 603 Munger Avenue, Dallas, TX 75202. The cost for this show is just $35. No coupons, discounts, or passes can be accepted for this special show. The price will include the show, and a pass to come back to see a future show. This year, the event will be catered by Jim Lee Events, one of the top event caterers in the Metroplex. They will offer a hors'dourves buffet that will include an amazing fruit and cheese selection, and some outstanding finger foods. This amazing buffet WILL BE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE! There will be a cash bar at this event, so you can share strawberries and Champagne with your special someone, while watching the battle on the field. Wow, it doesn't get any more romantic than that! "Many people have said that women cannot be funny", the Captain of the women's team was recently quoted as saying. "Well, we've proved them wrong before, and we'll do it again this year". Further, she added this to the men's team, "Bring it!". To which the men responded, "Oh, it's been broughten". Gosh, cheerleader speak is so cool. The men's team has not been resting on their laurels. Primarily for two reasons. One, they want to win again this year, and two - .they don't know what laurels actually are. But, they do intend to win no matter what. And the women intend to win also. It's shaping up to be the comedy battle of the year. Who knew comedy could be so much fun! This show is always sold out, so make your reservations early. ComedySportz DFW is a part of a 23-year-old international comedy troupe, with locations throughout the US and now in England and Ireland. ComedySportz does fast paced, hilarious comedy that's totally clean. Nothing ever said or done will offend anyone. All ages are welcome. A perfect place for a Valentine's Date night! ComedySportz has regular shows every Friday and Saturday night at 8:00 PM. For more information or to buy tickets, please go to www.comedysportzdfw.com, or call 214-521-LAFF (5233). ComedySportz is not comedy about sports! It's comedy played AS a sport!!!! Contact: Rob Haddon, Managing Director, 214-521-5233 or 214-542-6548 (cell), or email at rob@comedysportzdfw.com.

Sixty Comedians to Compete For Title of "Killer Comedian"

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 18:21:21 -0600

Pleasanton, CA - John DeKoven, Chief Executive Comic of Laugh-A-Lot Productions, today announced the debut of "Killer Laughs Comedy Competition". This event will take place at Tommy T's Comedy and Steakhouse in Pleasanton, CA. Killer Laughs is a ten round competition that will start January 30, 2007. The finals will be on April 24, 2007. The number of spots available in this competition was limited to sixty comedians. There were over 100 applications received so the field had to be cut which was done by a selection committee. "The Bay Area has a burgeoning comedy scene" said DeKoven. "It wasn't easy for us to decide who to cut out of the competition". The voting for the competition is done by the audience at the show. Each audience member will be required to vote for four comics and rank them one through four. Any voting card which has less then or more then four votes is disqualified. While the voting cards are being collected and counted the audience will be entertained by a special guest comedian. There will be six preliminary rounds with ten comics in each round. The top four comics in each preliminary round will advance to the semi-finals. The semi-finals will consist of three rounds with eight comics in each round. The top three comics in each semi-final round will advance to the final round. The final round will consist of nine comics with cash prizes being awarded for first, second and third place. In addition to this the first place winner will get a week of paid work at Tommy T's and be awarded the title of "Killer Comedian". The full schedule of the competition as well the results of each round can be found at the Killer Laughs website which is www.killerlaughscompetition.com. About Laugh-A-Lot Productions Laugh-A-Lot Productions is a Bay Area comedy production and events planning company based in Pleasanton, CA. Founded by John DeKoven, the company plans and produces comedy shows for corporations, restaurants, hotels and private events throughout the Bay Area. For more information call (925) 264-4413 or go to www.laughalotproductions.com

Todd Justice - Live in St. Louis!

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 02:22:17 -0600

St. Louis - Todd Justice to appear in "Todd Justice - Live in St. Louis!" on Friday, January 05 and Saturday, January 6, 2007 at Laughs On The Landing located at 801 N. 2nd St. - St. Louis, MO 63102. Ticket prices are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. Show time is 9:00pm. To reserve tickets or for additional information call: (314) 241-5233

Funny Song - I Am Not A Terrorist - Sirius Satellite

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 02:02:53 -0600

It Is The Year End Comedy Song Countdown on The Red Peters Comedy Music Show (Sirius Satellite-Howard Stern 101). Time to vote for the funniest song of 2006! Stop by and vote for " I Am Not A Terrorist" by Whitie McWhiteivich----Then download tons of free funny songs, funny pics and crazy music! Happy New Year!

GC Comedy at The Cuillo Centre in West Palm Beach

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 11:22:08 -0600

Want to experience comedy like you've never seen it before? Well look no further than GC Comedy, a high energy improvisational comedy troupe whose unique brand includes: themed sketch comedy, live improvisation, song parody and hysterical videos. For the past two years GC Comedy, formally Gated Community, has had audiences rolling in the aisles with the show described as "Saturday Night Live meets Whose Line Is It Anyway?" The performance of GC Comedy is on Friday December 8th at 8:00pm. Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for students and seniors and can be purchased by calling the Cuillo Centre box office at (561) 835-9226.

Bay Area Christmas Comedy Show to Raise Funds for Charity

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 11:19:18 -0600

Pleasanton, CA - November 20, 2006 - John DeKoven, Chief Executive Comic of Laugh-A-Lot Productions, today announced the company's first annual "Meshugenah Christmas - An Evening of Comedy, Chinese Food and Charity". This event will take place at the Golden Peacock Banquet and Bistro in Fremont, CA, on December 24th and 25th. "The original concept of the show was that it would be marketed to the Jewish community as something to do over the Christmas holiday while raising money for a good cause" said DeKoven who is Jewish himself. In reality the show can be enjoyed by people of all faiths who won't be having a traditional Christmas celebration or just want to come out for a great night of comedy. Most importantly, a portion of the proceeds will go to a worthy cause, Jewish Family & Children's Services of the East Bay (www.jfcs-eastbay.org). This is the time of year when everyone needs to help those in need." In addition to the comedy show, attendees will get an all-you-can eat Chinese food buffet.

Carnival Comedy Challenge

Tue, 21 Nov 2006 11:18:35 -0600

Next week (November 28/29) we will be bringing the Carnival Comedy Challenge to the Comedy Zone in Port Charlotte, FL. If you are not familiar with us, we are a two day contest where the winner will get a paid gig on one of the Fun Ships in the Carnival Fleet. Runners up will pick up work at the sponsoring clubs. What makes us unique is that we are a showcase within a contest. That is, we bring in top club owners/bookers from the industry to make up our panel of judges. We have been doing these for almost 3 years and many comics have picked up new work from being seen at them. We are especially excited about who we have coming to this one. As always the Carnival booker will be there along with the Comedy Zone and Punchline. We also have Bruce Ayers from the Stardome, Dave Carlo from The Funny Bone and Tony Camacho from Top Draw Entertainment in New York. To be able to perform in front of all these people cold be HUGE for any comic! To enter, go to www.CarnivalComedyChallenge.com and if you have any questions you can contact me directly at CarnivalComedy@aol.com or give me a call. Hope to see you all there! Mark Evans 770-380-6278

B-Student Stand-Up Show with Aaron Aryanpur

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 18:06:42 -0500

What is the "B-Student Mentality?" It's the smarts without the passion, the skill without the discipline. It's coasting, it's a way of life...and that kind of thinking is finally OVER. In one solid evening of comedy and confession, Aaron hopes to undo a lifetime of bad habits. Potential will be reached. Effort will be made. This will be a gold star sticker night. Next day? Probably back to the same old B's...but at least we'll have Nov. 4th. Show date: Saturday, November 4, 2006 Start time: 10:30 PM For tickets or more info: Call (214) 521-LAFF

The Comedy Riot at Austin Avenue

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 00:48:40 -0500

Plano, TX, - Todd Justice to appear in "The Comedy Riot" on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Austin Avenue located at 935 W. Parker Rd. - Plano, TX. Admission is complimentary. This hilarious show will showcase several of the funniest comedians from the Dallas area. Show time is 8:00 pm. For additional information call Austin Avenue: (972) 422-8003

Steven Wright in PunchlineMagazine.com

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 20:15:01 -0500

In celebration of stand-up comedy legend Steven Wright's first comedy special in 15 years, PunchlineMagazine.com (the only consumer-based magazine that covers nothing but stand-up comedy) talked with the man about his past and about how his brand of one-liner humor will affect the younger generation of comedy fans. To read the full story, please log on to: http://www.punchlinemagazine.com

Clean Collar Comedy with Al Fike & Friends!

Wed, 18 Oct 2006 10:15:48 -0500

Fort Worth, Texas - Al Fike (http://www.alfike.com) of Dallas, Texas to appear in "Clean Collar Comedy" on Saturday, October 21, 2006 at Pantego Bible Church located at 8001 Anderson Blvd - Fort Worth, TX 76120. Ticket prices are $10.00 for Adults and $5.00 (ages 10-under) at the door or online at http://www.pantego.org. Show time is 7:00pm. To reserve tickets or for additional information call: 817-274-1315, Ext. 130, or go to http://www.pantego.org.

A Halloween Special of Magic Tricks and Comedy Treats

Mon, 16 Oct 2006 22:29:20 -0500

New York, NY - The Lion Kings of comedy are back with another ferociously funny variety show: A Halloween Special of Magic Tricks and Comedy Treats! For one night only on Monday, October 23 at Danny's Skylight Room.

Join the Lionhearted Players for an hour of magic, merriment and music with some of the best talent in New York City, including:

Musical comedy with The Rob and Mark Show;
Out of this world magic with Dave Cremin;
A selection of songs by singer Dakota
Devilishly funny sketch comedy with the LionHearted Players.
Admission is $10 in advance, $12 the day of the show. Call: 212-265-8130
Venue: Danny's Skylight Room Cabaret
Date/Time: Monday, October 23, 7:00 PM
Location: 346 West 46th Street (between 8th and 9th Avenue, A, C, or E train to 42nd Street)
Excellent Show! The two guys singing with the guitar (The Rob and Mark Show) were crazy....they were truly nuts....and the one who put it over the top was the magician (Dave Cremin). He was very funny. I can't remember when I laughed so hard."

Sue Hucko, Freelance Writer, Crossroads Theatre

Open Call for The Original Las Vegas Comedy Festival

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 13:43:16 -0500

Las Vegas, NV - Calling all funny acts. Open call for the Original Las Vegas Comedy Festival January 2007! Stand-up Comics and/or Variety Acts Give us your best 3-minutes.
Auditions to be held in Huntington Beach November 7, 2006 3:00-5:00 p.m. (First come, first served with 8:00 pm call backs.
Martini Blues 5874 Edinger Avenue Huntington Beach CA 92649 714-840-2129

Chosen Festival performers will showcase for talent agents, bookers, talent managers, club owners, cruise ship talent coordinators, TV & Film Producers and Casting Directors!! PLUS, IT'S IN VEGAS. HEYO!

For more information, go to http://www.lasvegascomedyfestival.com/, email info@lasvegascomedyfestival.com, or call 212-594-5515.

Win Doug Powell's Album On Myspace

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 13:26:01 -0500

Doug Powell's new comedy/music/fantabulous album hits stores on October 24th and you can win a copy in Doug's myspace joke contest. Just go to www.myspace.com/dougpowell and write your funniest/crudest/weirdest/bestest joke in the comments section. The winner will be announced October 24th and a free autographed copy of "Doug the Helicopter Pilot" will be mailed to your door. Good luck

Nando World Opens Soon

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 13:09:09 -0500

Nando announced his new website NandoWorld.com will be up and running soon. His new website will be a front row seat in the life of NANDO. Now you can keep up with NANDO anywhere in the world as he works on becoming the best comedian in the country. NANDO has been doing comedy for over five years and worked with many of the top comics in the biz . He took a break from comedy to work for DON KING. After a few years, he's back and ready to take on the comedy world. So come along and watch NANDO bring his dream to life as he makes comedy history. http://nandoworld.com

Comedy Show in Wheaton, MD

Sat, 14 Oct 2006 13:06:41 -0500

Silver Spring, - Comedian From HBO & Comedy Central to appear in "The Ian Salmon Show" on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at Ocean Drive Night Club located at 11230 Grandview Ave - Silver Spring, . Ticket prices are $5 in advance or $10 at the door. Show time is 9:00pm. To reserve tickets or for additional information call: 301.962.8888 http://www.iansalmon.com

The Laff Pack Comes To Brea Improv

Fri, 13 Oct 2006 21:05:57 -0500

Brea California - The Laff Pack to appear in "An Evening of Comedy with The Laff Pack" on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at Brea Improv located at 120 South Brea Blvd. - Brea California, . Ticket prices are $20 in advance or $20 at the door. Show time is 8:30pm. To reserve tickets or for additional information call: 714-482-0700

Maxim/Budwieser "Real Men of Comedy Tour" hits the Dallas Nokia

Fri, 6 Oct 2006 09:52:13 -0500

It was the Maxim/Budwieser "Real Men of Comedy Tour" at the Dallas Nokia Theatre where 4 exciting comedians took the stage for over 2-hrs of gut busting standup comedy. Joe Rogan, Charlie Murphy, John Heffron and Aaron Aryanpur gave the audience a workout. For the Nokia it was another top quality entertainment event. The 5th stop on a whirlwind 20-city tour, the "Real Men of Comedy" delivered round after round of house rocking comedy. No duds, in this comedy crew.

The night started out with comedy discovery Aaron Aryanpur, the winner of the Maxim Dallas Comedy Talent Search. Aaron delivered a great warm up set that captured the audience with hilarious material. Aaron a strong Dallas comedian has toured nationwide for the last two years and is among the top comedians in the area.

Next up, the always funny John Heffron, delivered comedy like meat skewered on a stake, poking and jabbing, popping and dodging in an animatedly explosive delivery of some of the funniest topics on any comedy stage. John, the 2004 "Last Comic Standing" winner was in top form, fact is, John just keep building his material.

Then it was Charlie Murphy. This guy is funny. From "profiling" for National Security purposes to Michael Jackson, Charlie had the twist and a helpfully clear explanation of the proper motivation behind most of what needs clearing up. Charlie has answers to the events that affect Charlie's life and the audience benefited from his contemplations while laughing uncontrollably.

And then there was Joe Rogan. Yes, Joe Rogan host of the long running "Fear Factor"... that Joe. They should have given Joe a comedy project that's his real talent. Joe has a theory. Most likely Joe has a theory you never in a million, billion years would have ever, in any warped level of imaginative contemplation considered unless you were influenced by Joe. Oh my, that's why we pay to watch live standup comedy. When Joe took over the show was already a comedy explosion. The crowd had already laughed until it hurt. But Joe is a show! We haven't seen standup like this in years.

No wonder Maxim and Budlight backed this tour. Do not miss the "Real Men of Comedy Tour", it may be the comedy event of the year. Pack the rafters fill the seats and get your tickets NOW!. For tour locations and dates visit Next up... Houston, Chicago, Columbus, Cleveland and Cincinnati...

New Music/Comedy Album from Doug Powell Available at Amazon.com

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 15:10:42 -0500

Washington DC comedian Doug Powell hits the ground running with his first major comedy album entitled, "Doug the Helicopter Pilot." The album displays Doug's wide variety of musical talents as well as his distorted perceptions on life through his unusual sense of humor. Doug is a recent up and comer on the east coast and is looking to make a splash with this, his first of many albums to come. The album hits stores on October 24th but you can preorder the album today at amazon.com. For a quick link to the album and to see who Doug Powell is and see what this album is all about, go to Doug's website, www.raisedwrong.com and click on the link. You can also visit Doug on http://www.myspace.com/dhpcomedy

Joe Rogan erupts in PunchlineMagazine.com

Wed, 27 Sep 2006 10:29:12 -0500

As Joe Rogan, former star of Fear Factor, hits the road to headline the Maxim/Bud Lite Real Men of Comedy Tour,the stand-up comic took some time to talk with Punchline Magazine. Clearly, Rogan had a lot to get off his chest. In the feature, he goes off on the handling of the war in Iraq, the rebuilding of New Orleans and human beings' greater role in the world: "I have a theory on human beings," Rogan says. "We like to look at ourselves as if we're something separate from animals, or overlord of all the other animals. But what we really are, if you look at the big picture, we're like a very complicated form of bacteria. We're no different than mold on a sandwich"

Stand-up Women Take Over the Nation

Sat, 23 Sep 2006 12:07:23 -0500

New York, NY - Outrageous, hilarious and innovative describes the talent of stand-up comedians on the 5 Funny Females Tour stopping in 10 US Cities in Fall/Winter 2006. Susan Alexander, host and producer of 5 Funny Females - www.5funnyfemales.com, assembles a variety of the funniest up and coming female stand-up comedians delivering their unique points of views to Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego, Houston, Chicago, Atlanta, Orlando, Philadelphia and New York City. The tour is made possible by a sponsorship from Torrid (subsidiary of Hot Topic), www.torrid.com / www.hottopic.com . "This hilarious tour is a great way for Torrid to support up-and-coming female comedians." Christine Thompson, Marketing Director for Torrid said. "In addition, Torrid will gain brand awareness with a captive, new audience." "The stand-up comedians on the tour are among the funniest up and coming talent in the nation." Susan Alexander said. "Each woman on the tour has a unique hilarious point of view that is amazing to see performed live in each city. We are very appreciative to have a cutting-edge sponsor like Torrid who believes in a variety of women expressing their comedy." For information on the rotation of stand-up comedians, show times and ticket/reservation in each city, please visit http://www.5funnyfemales.com/. Listed below are the tour dates and cities for the 5 Funny Females Tour: Thursday, 9/28 @ 10:30 and Sunday, 10/1 @ 8 PM Seattle - Comedy Underground Friday, 10/6 and Saturday, 10/7 - 8 & 10 PM San Francisco - San Francisco Comedy Club Saturday, 10/14 @ 8 PM Los Angeles - Laugh Factory Friday, 10/20 and Saturday, 10/21 @ 11 PM San Diego - Horton Grand Theater Friday, 10/27 and Saturday, 10/28 @ 10 PM Houston - ComedySportz Houston Friday, 11/3 and Saturday, 11/4 @ 11:30 PM Chicago - Jokes and Notes Friday, 11/10 @ 10 PM and Sunday, 11/12 @ 8 PM Atlanta - Relapse Theatre Friday, 11/17 and Saturday, 11/18 @ Midnight Orlando - SAK Comedy Lab Thursday, 11/30 @ 11 PM and Friday, 12/1 @ 11:30 PM Philadelphia - Laff House Friday, 12/8 and Saturday, 12/9 @ 9 PM New York City - Laugh Factory

Punchline Magazine New and Improved Design

Sat, 23 Sep 2006 12:05:07 -0500

Punchline Magazine, the only consumer-based online magazine that covers stand-up comedy now features weekly updates. In addition to providing in-depth feature stories on the world "most popular comedians" features include Carlos Mencia, Norm Macdonald, Ron White, Dane Cook, Lewis Black, Jim Gaffigan - Punchline Magazine now offers a news section updated daily, a weekly list of "hot shows" across the nation as well as a quote of the week and TV listings.

The magazine also offers up-to-date reviews of comedy CDs and DVDs, venue profiles and exhaustive lists of comedians and comedy clubs.

For information on ad rates, submissions, etc... please contact editor in chief Dylan Gadino at Dylan@punchlinemagazine.com

The Book on Hosting hits the web!

Sat, 23 Sep 2006 12:02:49 -0500

The Book on Hosting: How Not to Suck as an Emcee, written by comedian Dan Rosenberg, is now available on all major book websites (Amazon, Barnes and Noble, etc) as well as in most major book stores throughout the country. Shecky Magazine says "The book's snarky title belies its worthy goal: To make every emcee better, which will, in turn, make every live comedy show better. For this, Rosenberg deserves a place in comedy heaven." The book covers the 25 rules of hosting, as well as "words of wisdom" from some of the top comedians working today. Workshops based on the book have been held at comedy clubs from California to Maine, as well as the Boston International Comedy Festival. More information is available by visiting: http://www.thebookonhosting.com

Dafunnyman the Movie starring James Stephens III will be released in the fall!

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:57:52 -0500

James Stephens III the Master Imperssionist to play some of comedies greatest comedians in upcoming movie project. James Stephens III is a comedian whose crossover appeal has taken him from the Apollo theatre to Carnegie Hall. He has traveled the globe sharing with the world his unique style of comedy. Simply put he is the one of the world's greatest impressionist. Not only does he capture voice inflection of the people he imitates, he also becomes that person. In some circles he is know the cat in the hat, the funny man and the man of a thousand voices. Mr. Stephens's impressions include such great voices as RAY CHARLES, STEVIE WONDER AL JARREAU, BILL COSBY, RONALD REAGAN, BOB DILLON, THE TEMPTATIONS, WHOOPI GOLDBERG, DANNY GLOVER, EDDIE MURPHY, MICHAEL JACKSON, AL GREEN, MICHAEL MCDONALD, DONNIE SIMPSON, JIMMY STEWART, ELVIS PRESLEY, LOUIS ARMSTRONG, LITTLE RICHARD, WALTER CRONKITE, JULIO IGLASIS, WILLIE NELSON, KERMIT THE FROG, SYLVESTER STALLONE, CURTIS MAYFIELD, NAT KING COLE, BARRY MANILOW, JOHNNY CASH, THE SPINNERS, RANDY TRAVIS, MOMS MABLEY, BOB MARLEY, BARNEY, WOLF MAN JACK, CHARLIE PRIDE, JAMES BROWN, SNOOP DOGGY DOG, MIKE TYSON, RICHARD PRYOR, EDDIE MURPHY, REDD FOXX, JESSIE JACKSON, JEFFREY OSBORNE! These are just a few in a long list of musical impression that Mr. Stephens does through out the country. He is not only just a comedian; he is an entertainer with a wealth of material. Along with being able to give great impressions and comedy he also plays more than five instruments. This is a must see movie for comedy entertainment! James Stephens III is one of the funniest comedians in the history of comedy! For more information: James Stephens III ACTOR / COMEDIAN / IMPRESSIONIST www.dafunnyman.com Los Angeles (323) 960-1025 | North Carolina (919) 466-9092

Jamie Foxx's Laffapalooza! Returns for 2006

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:51:20 -0500

LAFFAPALOOZA!, America's International Comedy Arts Festival returns OCTOBER 19-22, 2006. LIVE taping to be aired on Comedy Central. Comedians that would like to participate in the NEW FACES IN URBAN COMEDY SHOWCASE should submit materials now. www.laffapalooza.com or www.myspace.com/laffapalooza

The Battle of the Romantically Dysfunctional Songwriters

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:48:42 -0500

OneKeyAway and Emotional Wreck-ords host The Battle of the Romantically Dysfunctional Songwriters on Thursday, Oct 5, 2006, at 10 p.m. The interactive singles mixer and musical comedy grudge match will be held at M Bar, located at 1253 North Vine Street in Hollywood.

Performer Chris Valenti has an instinctive knack for using self-deprecation and vulnerability to write hilarious songs about the hazards of love and attempted relationships. He is the spokesperson for the unlucky in love.

Phil Johnson works to embrace both substance and entertainment in his comedy. While most people are wrapped up in their comfort zones of stress and depression, Phil's hilarious music bring them to a place where none of the little problems matter. He reminds them that and there's always someone more screwed up than they are.

A OneKeyAway singles mixer will accompany the Battle. OneKeyAway events allow guests to interact freely with others in a pressure-free environment with an opportunity to quickly discover similarities in one another's personalities. Part psychology, part technology; OneKeyAway.com events incorporate a hi-tech device, which measures one's personality compatibility with another person's

Poker Playing Comedians

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:44:49 -0500

Joel Pace of The Comedy Zone (HTI / The Comedy Zone) is excited to announce a partnership with HighRollersCardroom.com, an online poker site in the Doyle Brunson Poker Network. High Rollers will be putting together online tournaments for The Comedy Zone family and friends. These tournaments will allow our comedy celebrities and fans to play together online.

HBO COMES TO THE SFCC TO SCOUT TALENT FOR HBO COMEDY FESTIVAL

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 16:41:49 -0500

Renowned network auditions comedians at San Francisco comedy school. The San Francisco Comedy College (SFCC), one of the top three largest comedy schools in America, is thrilled to announce that HBO, the undisputed leader in presenting new comedic talent, for the first time ever in the history of American stand-up comedy will audition comedians from a comedy school for its HBO Comedy Festival, which will be held February 28 â€“ March 7, 2007 in Aspen, Colorado. The audition showcase will take place on Monday, September 18, 2006 at 6pm at The Clubhouse, located at 414 Mason St. #705 in downtown San Francisco. This audition showcase also marks the first time a comedy school has produced talent worthy of consideration for the annual comedy event, previously known as the U.S. Comedy Arts Festival, which has been sponsored by HBO for the past 12 years. The HBO Comedy Festival (www.hbocomedyfestival.com) presents cutting edge new talent, writers and filmmakers as well as feature appearances by some of the biggest stars in comedy. â€œWeâ€™re honored that HBO has chosen to audition our best comedians at our own theatre,â€ says Kurtis Matthews, founder of the SFCC. The show's line-up includes seasoned local favorites Michael Slack (www.michaelslack.com), Shasta Phillips (www.shastaphillips.com), Ali Mafi (www.alimafi.com) and Maggie Newcomb (www.maggienewcomb.com). The SFCC currently trains between 80 and 130 new comedians a month in San Francisco, Sunnyvale and San Diego, and prides itself on updating its curriculum and preparing students to compete in the larger comedy markets of Los Angeles and New York, as well as comedy festivals worldwide. Tickets for the HBO Audition Show are $10. To reserve your tickets, please email Melissa Gans at melissa999us@yahoo.com. For more information, call (415) 921-2051 or go to www.sfcomedycollege.com or www.clubhousecomedy.com.

WorldComedyNetwork Adds San Jose, San Diego, and San Francisco

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 08:51:01 -0500

Dallas TX - The largest online comedy network announced the addition of five more domains to the network of over 70 stand-up comedy domains. The new domains serve San Jose CA, Sandiego CA and San Francisco.

http://www.comedysandiego.com
http://www.comedysanjose.com
http://www.friscocomedy.com
http://www.goldengatecomedy.com

The WorldComedyNetwork.com consists of over 71 stand-up comedy domains, the largest network of comedy web sites on the internet serving over 36 million comedy target banner ads a year.

http://www.worldcomedynetwork.com

Must See Las Vegas Comedy Event â July 29th

Wed, 19 Jul 2006 08:30:17 -0500

TheLaughCorner.com is proud to announce the creation of The Laugh Pack of comedy, Vegas' funniest stand up comics. In honor of The Laugh Pack we are holding a re-launch party and comedy event on July 29th at the Beach Nightclub in Las Vegas (365 Convention Center Drive Las Vegas, NV).

Together The Laugh Pack of Comedy has been seen on almost every major TV network, performed on over 50 stages and performed over 1,500 shows. The Laugh Pack of Comedy is (alphabetical by last name): J.Son Dinant, Brandon Gooch, John Hilder, Buffet Jackson, Matt Markman Shelly McCarty, Brandon Muller and Honour Pillow.

TheLaughCorner.com is currently being re-designed and will be re-launched on July 29, 2006. The site will feature photos and bios of each comic as well as upcoming shows, links to personal websites, video clips and much more.

The Laugh Pack of Comedy show on July 29th is free and open to 21+. The event will showcase each of the 8 Laugh Pack members and will start at 8:00pm. The comedy event will be followed by an after party to celebrate the 25th birthday of comedian J.Son Dinant.

For more information on the event please visit www.TheLaughCorner.com
http://www.TheLaughCorner.com

COMEDY SPOT OPENS 2ND ARIZONA CLUB

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 22:47:17 -0500

SCOTTSDALE - July 17, 2006 - Pack your funny bones! The Comedy Spot Comedy Club, will open its newest and most extraordinary comedy club yet at Desert Ridge Marketplace on it's opening weekend Friday/Saturday and Sunday, August 18-20. "We opened our first Comedy Club in Scottsdale in 2003, and it has been successful beyond our dreams. Now we're thrilled to open our second Comedy Spot at Desert Ridge Marketplace. With outstanding service, food and an amazing location, we think the Comedy Spot Comedy Club - Desert Ridge is going to be a favorite destination for Valley residents and tourists, what we are looking to build here is not just a comedy club, but a landmark." This makes 2 comedy club locations for The Comedy Spot Comedy Club to serve the Valley.

The new club offers seating of more than 170 and a full service bar and restaurant. The Comedy Spot Comedy Club today announced the opening of it's second site at the prestigious Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix, Arizona.

"Desert Ridge Marketplace is one of the fastest growing centers in the entire Valley," We are honored to make this our second home and excited to unveil some fabulous new shows and events that our audiences are sure to enjoy in this upscale, exciting setting."

Desert Ridge Marketplace, Arizona's first lifestyle and entertainment center offers visitors great shopping, live music, over 30 eateries, an 18-screen luxury cinema, rock climbing wall and more. Convenient access from Loop 101. Desert Ridge Marketplace features retailers such as Old Navy, American Eagle Outfitters, Barnes & Noble, Target Greatland, Kohl's, PetSmart, DSW, Pier 1 Imports and Famous Footwear. Desert Ridge Marketplace retailers include Desert Ridge 18 Theatre, Dave & Busters, and Tower Records. Restaurant destinations include Yard House, California Pizza Kitchen, The Keg, Macaroni Grill, On the Boarder, Rock Bottom Brewery, Islands and BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse plus many other popular fine eateries. Desert Ridge Marketplace was developed by Vestar Development Co. of Phoenix, Arizona. Vestar Development Co. is a recognized leader in the development and management of retail real estate since 1977.

The Comedy Spot Comedy Club is located at Desert Ridge Marketplace, Tatum and the 101.

The Comedy Spot Comedy Club will be open Fridays, Saturday and Sundays each weekend with Comedy Classes on Sunday afternoons. For more information please visit their website at www.thecomedyspot.net

"Desert Ridge Marketplace is excited to have The Comedy Spot join our retail and restaurant line up. This adds another tremendous entertainment option for the north valley customers that visit our center" said Jim Brennan, Desert Ridge Marketplace's General Manager. "The Comedy Spot is a great entertainment club and we are lucky that they choose Desert Ridge as their second location in the valley.

http://www.THECOMEDYSPOT.NET

Wednesdays @ Pepperbelly's: Pro-Am showcase

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 22:46:16 -0500

Wednesday nights are back at Pepperbelly's! Every week comedian Justin McClure brings you a different line up of comics from all over the Bay Area. Doors open at 7:00 with the show at 8:00. Don't miss these comedians while they are still performing on a local level.
http://www.pepperbellys.com

Tuesday Night Comedy at Listen & Be Heard in Vallejo

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 22:44:21 -0500

First Tuesday of the Month - Improv performance by Rats in the Alley, a darkroom production.

All the rest of the Tuesdays you get the World Comedy Jam Stand-up Showcase and Open Mic with Julie Anderson and Jorge Castaneda. Featuring a different line up every week with comics coming from all over the bay. There's nothing else like it in the world!

L&BH is an all ages poetry cafe not a bar. The comedians are uncensored and it's at the funkiest place this side of the 70's.
818 Marin Street in Vallejo, California.
All shows $5/ all ages/ uncensored/ unstoppable!

http://www.listenandbeheard.net

The Return of Open Mic Night!

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 15:22:55 -0500

Although there have been reports that the West End is dead, it isn't at the ComedySportz Arena!

On Wednesday night, July 19th, at 8PM, there will be an Open Mic Night! Some of the newest, brightest, and funniest comics will be performing.

Come out and support the comedy stars of tomorrow!

Tickets are $10. You can pay at the door, or go to www.comedysportzdfw.com and click on the reservations link to buy tickets online. If you are a new comic wanting to try out your material, please contact Bob Zak at bob@bobzak.com to sign up. Spaces are limited.

http://www.comedysportzdfw.com

The Blue Show Coming to Dallas

Thu, 6 Jul 2006 10:08:48 -0500

It's a mix of all the comedy improv shows you love. Take the fast paced games of ComedySportz, add the no-holds-barred elements of TV's "Whose Line Is It Anyway?", and top it off with some naughty and dark humor.

The performers are all your friends from ComedySportz, but now they can say and do as we are so inspired. They will not stretch to make the material dirty, they just won't have to edit themselves and some of them should really be edited!

The show will be on Friday and Saturday night, July 7th and 8th, at 10pm , in the ComedySportz Arena. On the first floor of the West End MarketPlace at 603 Munger Avenue, Dallas, TX 75202. It'll be for the special weekend of the Taste of Dallas. Call 214-521-5233 for more information!
Sometimes it's nice to be naughty!.

http://www.comedysportzdfw.com

Comedy Show Posters wanted for Book!

Sun, 2 Jul 2006 00:16:19 -0500

I am working on a book of the "History of Stand up Comedy thru Show
Posters". I am looking for show posters of comedians from 1920-present day.
I will pay top dollar for any of these posters. Huge Finders fees also paid
to anyone who can lead me to a poster(s)!!! Needless to say that full credit will be given to any club/individual that has posters. Please contact me
for further details. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Please
email me or contact me directly as I don't check the newsgroups often
enough!

Contact: Ralph DeLuca
157 Park Ave
Madison NJ 07940
973-377-1007
ralph@ralphdeluca.com

http://www.ralphdeluca.com

RooftopComedy.com Now Broadcasting Shameless Films

Sun, 2 Jul 2006 00:13:58 -0500

RooftopComedy.com has expanded its online library to include short comic videos from Shameless Films, the U.K.-based award-winning filmmaking group.

Shameless Films work has been broadcast by the BBC, ITV, HypTV and Propeller TV in the United Kingdom, and their dry brand of humor brings to mind The Office and Monty Python.

RooftopComedy is broadcasting Shameless Films via their own Rooftop Channel allowing online viewers a one-stop-shop for such popular videos as "Avril Tungsten, Conceptual Look-Alive" and "Barry the Driving Instructor." Viewers can also download Shameless Films directly to their iPods for free.

RooftopComedy is broadcasting via the Internet the best, edgiest, up-and-coming stand-up and sketch comedians from around the globe.

http://www.rooftopcomedy.com/shameless

UN-CABARET IN NYC - 2-DAY INTENSIVE WORKSHOP + SHOWS

Sun, 2 Jul 2006 00:10:38 -0500

"SAY THE WORD" comes to New York's Players Club with Un-Cabaret's eclectic mix of great comedy writers reading their own true stories.

Tues. July 25, 8pm at The Players' Club, 16 Grammercy Park South - Tickets $20 at the door or $15 advance

"THE OTHER NETWORK" Greatest Hits from Un-Cabaret's collection of the best un-aired TV pilots ever made introduced by their creators.

Saturday, July 29 (10pm) at Mo Pitkin's, 34 Ave. A - Tickets $20 at the door, $15 advance at http://www.mopitkins.com 212-777-5660.

"THE UN-CAB LAB" offers a special 2-day super-session of Un-Cabaret's highly-acclaimed comedy workshop for writers, comedians, actors, and anyone interested in their own creative process to generate new material, develop standup acts, monologs, essays and one-person shows.

Beth answers frequently-asked questions about the workshop at http://www.uncabaret.com/Lab.html or e-mail uncabaret@earthlink.net.

Sat. & Sun. - July 29 & 30 - 12-5pm - $300

http://www.uncabaret.com/Lab.html

New! Funny Songs - Red Peters-Siruis Satellite

Sun, 2 Jul 2006 00:08:51 -0500

Whitie McWhiteivich's funny song " I Am Not A Terrorist" was in the top 4 on Red Peters (Sirius-Howard Stern Channel) free at songsforamerica.net! Also new funny songs and stupid music have been added to Whitie McWhiteivich's humor site! Coming soon- Tap That Ass - funny song!

Doug Powell's New Music Video

Sun, 2 Jul 2006 00:05:29 -0500

Comedian/ songwriter Doug Powell has just released his new music video to promote the release of his much anticipated album, "doug the helicopter pilot" due out late this summer. The video is for Doug's song, "The story of the stork" aka - "that's where babies come from."
You can check it out at Doug's website: www.raisedwrong.com or at any of these places:
www.myspace.com/dougpowell
www.myspace.com/dhpcomedy
www.video.google.com
The album is on Three Keys Music and will be distributed by Warner.

http://www.raisedwrong.com

New Comedy Reviews Posted to ComedyCritic.com

Mon, 12 Jun 2006 09:32:09 -0500

Dallas TX - Another set of Live Comedy Show reviews have been posted with more to come shortly. Reviews for shows at Carson's Live and Jerami's in Dallas. Comedians reviewed include Gary Hood, Butch Bellah, Tommy Vaughn, Todd Justice, Dustin Ybarra, Nick Guerra, Pat Hamlon, Richard Houghton and others
http://www.comedycritic.com

Whitie McWhiteivich - Red Peters Show

Mon, 12 Jun 2006 09:25:22 -0500

Whitie McWhiteivich's songs featured on The Red Peters Show (Howard Stern 101). Funny songs "I Am Not A Terrorist" & "Hot Dog Down A Hallway " were featured starting June 2nd and getting great feedback! Stop by songsforamerica.net for free funny music from Whitie and funny pictures!
http://www.songsforamerica.net

Esther's Follies of Austin presents QUEERTOWN

Sun, 11 Jun 2006 16:14:45 -0500

Esther's Follies presents

QUEERTOWN AUSTIN!
Social/ political satire, sketch comedy and music for the Tinkerbell in us all.directed by Doug Ewart We're Here. We're funny. Get used to it! The notorious sketch comedy and music revue that has taken America by storm is coming to Austin. Join the Texas homo contingency as they thumb their noses at George W. Bush in the shadow of the capital dome at the legendary ESTHER'S FOLLIES THEATRE.

PERFORMANCE DATES:
Wednesday, August 2
Wednesday, September 6
Wednesday, October 4

SHOWTIMES:
9PM, doors open at 8

TICKETS:
$15; call 214.320.0553 for reservations and ticket information. All performances will be held at the ESTHER'S FOLLIES THEATRE, 525 East 6th Street(at Red River), downtown Austin, 78701.
Full bar available.

Experience the extravaganza that is QUEERTOWN - hilarious cabaret of characters, caught in a land that exists somewhere between ELLEN and KIDS IN THE HALL, bent on bringing home their message that QUEERTOWN is the place for you!

QUEERTOWN blends original social/political satire and sketch with music and improvisation to create a unique, hilarious perspective of gay life in the good ol' USA. See what cops REALLY DO when they're alone in their patrol cars. Witness the more flamboyant side of "Gaybraham" Lincoln. Experience the dancing Lucy Liu's. This romp through gay-ville will keep you laughing 'til you turn blue or at least a lovely shade of lavender.

QUEERTOWN performed to sold-out crowds at the 2005 Dallas Comedy Festival, and has been featured multiple times on the Q Television Network. Past performances also include 2005 Aids Interfaith Network Gala, 2005 Dallas Gay Pride and 2006 Q Film Festival.

DALLAS VOICE raves that QUEERTOWN is "something magical" and the DALLAS OBSERVER praised QUEERTOWN as "thoroughly fresh and intelligent" and "screamingly funny".

Photos, bios and press packet available upon request.

QUEERTOWN in Austin. Because there are no amendments banning same-sex comedy.

Vote For Doug Mellard LCS at NBC.com

Wed, 7 Jun 2006 17:09:16 -0500

Calling ALL Comics and Fans of Comedy. From now until Monday you can go to NBC.com, click on Last Comic Standing and help vote for the very funny Doug Mellard to be in the running for LCS. Every vote counts, so please vote! Doug was recently voted Funniest Person in Austin! Go Doug!
http://www.nbc.com

Brilliant But Evil Comedian Jayme Bell Graduates From High School on 6/6/2006!

Wed, 7 Jun 2006 11:34:49 -0500

Germantown, MD - Jayme Bell, a gifted young actor specializing in sketch and improv comedy, graduated with honors on June 6, 2006 from Seneca Valley High School. Upon his graduation, he received congratulatory messages from both the Comedy Central and Comedy Express TV and also accepted a non-exclusive offer to work with the very prestigious SKETCH-22 comedy troupe, a Washington DC-based troupe with a national membership. Persons interested in more information
about Jayme's career or about working with or booking Jayme should contact R. Chris Brown at Empire Of The Night Media
at the email address RevChris@RevChrisComedy.com or at the phone number 800-392-3168.
http://www.RevChrisComedy.com

STAGE TIME - The Magazine That Stands Up For Comedy

Fri, 26 May 2006 01:19:17 -0500

NEW YORK, NY - STAGE TIME Magazine has released a new exciting issue and welcomes the return of the popular comedy column, "The History of Stand Up" by author/comedian Jim Mendrinos. Inside this issue: Buddy Flip gives valuable advice on how comics can move past bringer shows and book paid gigs. Russ Meneve advises comics on selling their bits to digital media companies and Tammy Pescatelli reveals what you didn't see on Last Comic Standing. PLUS: 2005 festival winners Ryan Stout, Stan Chen, Dean Obeidallah and Lamont Ferguson share their winning secrets.

About STAGE TIME: STAGE TIME is an online quarterly magazine that covers the craft and business of stand-up comedy. It features in-depth interviews, news, reviews, columns and essays written by comedians.
http://www.stagetimemag.com

2006 LIVE 105.3 SUMMER GONG SHOW

Thu, 25 May 2006 19:53:00 -0500

Dallas TX - Starting June 3rd, every Saturday night from 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm, LIVE 105.3 FREE FM will be hosting the Summer Talent/Gong Show at Ben's Half Yard House on Greenville Avenue between Walnut Hill and Park Lane. Registration will begin at 8:00pm each Saturday Night, with the final list of performers being assembled prior to 9:00 pm. Contestant will have 4 minutes to wow the panel of judges with whatever they've got. We're looking for comics, singers, musicians and other performers. The winner each night get's $50 in Ben's Bucks (Bar/Food Tab) and a chance to be on the Pugs and Kelly show the following week. Winners will compete on August 26th to win the Grand Prize of a trip for 2 to a Mexican Resort and $2,500 in cash! Starts Saturday - June, 3rd - register starting at 8:00pm at Ben's Half Yard House 7102 Greenville Avenue in Dallas. Come early to register... there are a limited number of slots each week. Call Robby Bowen - 214-682-8311 for details.
http://www.robbybowen.com

Grace White - that Mother, at the Somona Chicken Coop

Sat, 13 May 2006 16:45:36 -0500

Campbell, CA - Grace White will headline a Mother's Day Comedy Show at The Somona Chicken Coop. Lynn Ruth Miller, Sandy Selvi and Joni Rodgers will also perform at Rodger's weekly Sunday night show this Sunday, May 14, 2006, at 9:00 p.m. Cute as a button; this venue is really taking off as "the place" to see comedy in the South Bay. With a stream of successful shows in the past few months, the audience returns and broadens, eager to hear comedians of all levels perform and test their acts in this intimate setting that holds a max of 120 people. Intimate and professional, please get tickets for these shows at the door.
http://www.wwkcb.com

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt Mother's Day Show - Round One

Sat, 13 May 2006 16:10:09 -0500

Lockeford, CA - Vino Piazza - Tasting 7:00 p.m., Door opens 7:00 p.m., Show 8:00 p.m., with comics Grace White - Also produces WWKCB, Good Morning America, opens for superstar bands & comedians, Cindy Burns Oprah, Tonight Show, Laff Pack, Julie Kidd The View, NBC's Life Moments, Extreme Gong, Funny Farm TV, Laura McDermott Comic Relief, Ellen, soon on Desperate Housewives, and Julie Anderson, comedian and producer in Sonoma, CA.

The unbelievable popularity of Vino Piazza's Women Who Kick Comedy Butt (WWKCB) PG13 revolving comedy shows continues to grow by leaps and bounds at Vino Piazza. So much so, the shows sell out with audience spilling outdoors, willingly sitting in the outdoor patio to hear the shows. Vino Piazzaâ's Lockeford's premier wine tasting venue is home to more and more live entertainment. Owner Karyn Litchfield says, People just love this show (WWKCB)."

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt (WWKCB) is currently touring nationally, with plans including Alaska, England, Santa Monica, and Texas.

July 29th celebrity comedian will descend on Vino Piazza, in Lockeford, CA for a WWKCB Celebrity Concert. Grace White will host, produce and star in this special event along with Jackie Kashian (Comedy Central Special), Amy Anderson (Comedy Central's Premium Blend) and Sandra Valls (HBO). Get your tickets now for both shows at 800.939.2566

http://www.wwkcb.com

ComedySportz DFW to Play in the West End Again!

Thu, 11 May 2006 13:52:18 -0500

ComedySportz DFW Is Moving To It's New Home! After a brief hiatus, ComedySportz DFW will once again be moving into the Historic West End District of downtown Dallas.

ComedySportz will be playing in the West End Marketplace building, located at 603 Munger Avenue, Dallas, TX 75202. The shows will be every Friday and Saturday at 8pm! The first show in their new space will be Friday, May 26th.

"We feel the West End is making a wonderful comeback", said Elizabeth Haddon, ComedySportz Director of Business Development. "With Victory Park, The new Victory Hotel, and all the development, the time is right to be back here in the West End".

The West End has seen some of the business decline over the years, but there are signs of life once again, and ComedySportz will be bringing their Family Friendly humor there every week. The shows are always fast paced, hilarious, and totally clean. All ages are welcome. And there are many restaurants in the area to choose from for night with a great dinner and a show!

ComedySportz DFW is a part of a 22-year-old international comedy troupe, with locations throughout the US and now in England and Ireland. ComedySportz does fast paced, hilarious comedy that's totally clean. Nothing ever said or done will offend anyone. All ages are welcome. A perfect place for a Valentine's Date Night!

For more information or to buy tickets, please go to www.comedysportzdfw.com, or call 214-521-LAFF (5233).

ComedySportz is not comedy about sports! It's comedy played AS a sport!!!!
http://www.comedysportzdfw.com

Al Madrigal - Addison Improv - May 11-14th

Wed, 10 May 2006 09:44:35 -0500

Dallas - Al Madrigal takes the stage May 11-14th at the Addison Improv. You may have seen Al's Special on Comedy Central or heard his joke quoted in office conversation. But Al is one of the comedians to watch. His intelligent, understated hilarious comedy makes him a favorite to see live. Order tickets early!

http://www.improv.com

Bruce Bruce 19th-21st Addison Improv

Tue, 9 May 2006 13:12:45 -0500

Bruce Bruce is a name synonymous with keeping audiences rolling with laughter thanks to his captivating improv skills. Bruce's larger than life comedic style has been showcased across the country. His wit, spontaneity and dazzling personality set him apart from other standup comedians. Although Bruce is known for his adult comedy, he prides himself on not using vulgarity to win a laugh. He is well known to audiences from his two-year stint of the host of BET's "Comic View" as well as the host of BET's "Coming to the Stage." Bruce can currently be seen as "Big Shug" in the Lionsgate feature film " Larry the Cable Guy: Health Inspector", starring along side comedian Larry the Cable Guy. The film is currently in theatres.

Start: MAY 19th -21st
Showtimes:

Friday 8:30 and 10:30pm
Saturday 7:00 9:00 11:00pm
Sunday 7:30 & 9:30pm
Ticket prices are: $ 25.00 per person
Purchase: 972 404 8501
www.improv.com
www.bruce-bruce.com
http://www.improv.com

Improv Auditions

Tue, 2 May 2006 23:25:04 -0500

The Laugh Masters is always looking for new up and coming talent. If you are interested in short form comedic improv please let us know! All auditions are by appointment only! No experience necessary, good attitude a must!

The next round of auditions will be in St. Louis Missouri the week of May 15.

For more information please send an email or visit our website.
mike@thelaughmasters.com
www.thelaughmasters.com
http://www.thelaughmasters.com

Justin McClure headlines at Listen & Be Heard in Vallejo

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 14:05:52 -0500

Listen & Be Heard World Comedy Jam a
Stand up Comedy Showcase with headliner Justin McClure

Justin McClure is more energy than a lightning bolt coming out of a nuclear power plant. Displaying unique energy and an infectious personality, Justin is as original as he is hilarious. Justin was a finalist in NBC's Last Comic Standing, featured in the Sundance independent film "To Make a Woman Laugh", has his own show at the San Jose IMPROV, and has worked with the top talent in the industry at clubs/colleges all over the country.

Always a line up of new and used comics - join your hosts Julie Anderson & Jorge Castaneda as they bring you the top talent from all over the Bay. L&BH is located at 818 Marin Street, in Downtown Vallejo. Show starts at 8:00. $5.00 cover. http://www.listenandbeheard.net. (707) 554-4540.
http://www.listenandbeheard.net

One Night I Met an Australian

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 13:56:10 -0500

It's safe to say that few people can claim to have been best friends with Mariah Carey when they were younger. Daria can.
"One Night I Met an Australian" is a quirky one-woman comedic revue beginning Saturday April 29th at 10pm. It is the story of an inexperienced woman â seemingly minutes away from a life of celibacy after 22-years of unintentional abstinence - when she meets the man of her dreams at a bar hours after swearing them off.

The only problem is that he lives 24 hours away - in Sydney, Australia.

After agreeing to marry on the night they met, their interesting story begins. Today, they've been married for 13 years.

THE SAGE THEATRE AND JAZZ-HOP, INC PRESENT

"ONE NIGHT I MET AN AUSTRALIAN"

A One-Woman Comedic Revue Featuring the Insightful Humor of Daria: an American Down Under

Saturday Evenings at 10pm EST: April 29, 2006 through June 10, 2006

(New York, NY, April 18, 2006) Ever seriously agree to marry someone the first night you met them? Of course not! Some have had faint memories of thoroughly inebriated circumstance, but to see it through? These were questions resonating through Daria's 22-year old hazy memory in 1992 the day after agreeing to marry an Australian guitarist, who she had met less than 12 hours earlier at a New York City bar and, today, has been married to for over thirteen years.

That the premise of the new one-woman comedic revue, One Night I Met an Australian, about an African-American's journey of falling for an Aussie and subsequently living in down under for the next ten years. Relive the confusion of Japanese and African tourists, who don't know what to make of Daria - a rare find in Sydney - when she explains that she is neither a Koala Bear nor Swahili speaking visitor from Sudan.

Daria's existential epiphany has always been the path less traveled. A "normal" Long Island girl born to religious parents, Daria was forbidden to play with Ken and Barbie together in fear they would have sexual relations. But, always the good baby of four daughters, she didn't disobey. Rather, to compensate she chopped off the hair of one and made the first Butch Barbie.

Daria's crazy journey has taken her through a friendship with Mariah Carey because of their unusual names which happened to rhyme with something we get that begins with a "D" when we have an upset stomach - to an education in Nebraska where she stood out like the Cornhusker quarterback.

Never one to run from a challenge, Daria's observations makes an audience kick up their heels with laughter. Set to a musical experience by her Australian husband, Jason Campbell, and his band, JC and the Jazz Hoppers, One Night I Met an Australian is a 60-minute journey into the down-under heartland and the many characters she meets along the way. Presented by the renovated Sage Theatre (711 Seventh Avenue at 48th Street in Times Square), Jazz-Hop Inc. Production and Paradox Productions, Inc, Daria will make audiences laugh feverishly and feel better than they did beforehand.

So join Daria for a whacky journey through her days.

Ticket prices: $35 (including a 30-minute Jazz performance before the show and a two-hour post-show performance in the lounge area)

Purchase tickets: SmartTix - 212.868.4444; online @ smarttix.com.
http://www.heresdaria.com

Tessie Chua Headlines at Listen & Be Heard in Vallejo

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 13:50:31 -0500

Vallejo, CA - Listen & Be Heard World Comedy Jam Stand up Comedy Showcase with
headliner Tessie Chua this week, Tessie Chua stomps to the stage on May 9th, flinging jokes left and right, immediately dispelling stereotypical myths concerning Asian Pacific women. Short, angry and clever, she is a self-appointed spokesperson. Tessie has startled and rocked comedy audiences from NY to California. She has shared the stage with Robin Williams, Robert Schimmel and Tom Rhodes. Tessie Chua is a comedian that delivers the comedy goods while she faces the audience, head on, with a take-no-prisoners stance. Come and see the comics that are rising to the top
of the Bay Area scene right here, close to home, in Vallejo. L&BH is located at 818 Marin Street, in Downtown Vallejo. Show starts at 8:00. $5.00 cover. 707-554-4540.

http://www.listenandbeheard.net

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt in Lockeford, CA

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 13:48:29 -0500

Lockeford, CA - April 29, 2006, 8:00 p.m. - Grace White's Women Who Kick Comedy Butt (WWKCB) is returning to Lockeford and Vino Piazza. Vino Piazza's WWKCB shows are so popular that at the show over 60 people choose to listen to the show on speakers on an outdoor patio (in the winter.) These shows are magical. Come for the wine tasting which begins at 7:00 p.m. with at least 8 of the 12 vineyards open & offering. This show's lineup includes Grace Fraga, Lynn Epstein, Carolyn Metcalf, Candice Kraft, and Sandy Stec. WWKCB is an all-female stand-up comedy show featuring very different comics with very different acts. This show welcomes everyone to enjoy a great night out with comedy that's power-packed, high-energy and hysterical.
http://www.wwkcb.com

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt - 5 Mile House Nevada City CA

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 13:46:27 -0500

Nevada City, CA - April 29, 2006, 9:00 p.m. - Grace White presents WWKCB at the 5 Mile House, Nevada City, CA. Grace White, Jovelyn Richards and Ms. Lucy, Rebecca Arthur, Laura Hayden, and Reannie Roads will rock the house. Each comic in her own unique way will show how now more than ever, women have come into their own onstage. No longer restricted to voicing vanilla views on love and marriage, these bright women offer more flavors than Baskin-Robbins, and represent all ages, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. They will be telling their tales for all to hear, guaranteeing a laugh-fest you really don't want to miss. wwkcb.com

http://www.wwkcb.com

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt - 750 Club Stanford University

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 13:44:47 -0500

May 2, 2006, 9:00 p.m. - 750 Club Stanford University - That OLD Hippie Chick Grace White presents Women Who Kick Comedy Butt (WWKCB) for one night at Stanford. The lineup for includes Grace White, Reannie Roads, Jovelyn Richards & Ms. Lucy, Aundre The Wonderwoman, and Sandy Stec. The brainchild of comedian Grace White, WWKCB was conceived to spotlight funny women. "This is not a girly girl show, Hot Mommies or Women Who Tell Jokes Who Have Bosoms. This is a show boasting talented female comics doing their own act," says White. WWKCB is gearing up for national tours. Dates and locations forthcoming: WOMENWHOKICKCOMEDYBUTT.COM.
http://www.womenwhokickcomedybutt.com

Evil Comedy Critic Strikes!!!

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 13:30:12 -0500

The Evil Comedy Critic has officially reviewed his first show. Check it out at www.evilcomedycritic.com.
http://www.evilcomedycritic.com

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt - 5 Mile House

Mon, 24 Apr 2006 16:38:33 -0500

Nevada City CA - April 29, 2006, 9:00 p.m. - Grace White presents WWKCB at the 5 Mile House, Nevada City, CA. Grace White, Jovelyn Richards and Ms. Lucy, Rebecca Arthur, Laura Hayden, and Reannie Roads will rock the house. Each comic in her own unique way will show how now more than ever, women have come into their own on-stage. No longer restricted to voicing vanilla views on love and marriage, these bright women offer more flavors than Baskin-Robbins, and represent all ages, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. They will be telling their tales for all to hear, guaranteeing a laugh-fest you really don't want to miss. wwkcb.com

http://www.wwkcb.com

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt in Larkspur

Mon, 24 Apr 2006 16:35:07 -0500

Larkspur CA - April 28 & 29, 2006, 8:00 p.m. - Grace White & WWKCB at back by popular demand at the Larkspur Ca. & Theatre in Larkspur, CA after selling out shows for the past year. The show lineups includes Henrietta, Beth Schumann, Christine Gelat, Maggie Newcomb, Special Guests on April 28 - Grace Fraga & Grace White, Special Guest April 29 - Lisa Myers. Each comic in her own unique way will show how now more than ever, women have come into their own on-stage. No longer restricted to voicing vanilla views on love and marriage, these bright women offer more flavors than Baskin-Robbins, and represent all ages, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. They will be telling their tales for all to hear, guaranteeing a laugh-fest you really don't want to miss. wwkcb.com

http://www.wwkcb.com

Todd Glass at the Improv in Addison

Sun, 23 Apr 2006 09:49:29 -0500

Dallas TX - Stand-up comedian Todd Glass had the sell-out audience rocking at the Addison Improv with a show that redefines stand-up comedy. The fans were treated to all that is Todd in a blow-out show of high energy self-described "silly comedy". It was all extremely fun. Todd Glass known for is performances in the popular series "Late Comic Standing" and more recently "The Aristocrats" is always unique but his new show/material is a must see. Highly recommended for a fun night of hilarious comedy.

http://www.comedycritic.com

Funny Song - I Am Not A Terrorist - Hits #2

Sun, 23 Apr 2006 09:47:03 -0500

Detroit MI - The Detroit/internet based comedy songwriter known as Whitie McWhiteivich has hit home with his latest song. The funny song "I Am Not A Terrorist" is a clever pro Arab American tune! It slams on the stereotypes Arabs Americans must face and also voices displeasure with Osama Bin Laden! It has become a internet hit! and it is currently rated #2 on Dr. Demento radio shows, DFSX Radio and other talk shows/Podcasts!
So if your in the mood for a funny goofy tunes checkout " Whitie McWhiteivich"!
http://www.songsforamerica.net/

Fraternity Brings Musical Comedy Show to University of Akron

Sun, 23 Apr 2006 09:43:56 -0500

Akron, OH -- Before students sequester themselves to study for finals, University of Akron is injecting some fresh, live entertainment into their schedule. On Thursday, April 25, in Gardner Theater, Zips Programming Network, Greek Life Programs and Theta Chi Fraternity are hosting musical comedian Evan Wecksell.

At 27, Wecksell is young, but his experience goes beyond his years. Last year he performed over 175 shows across the country and made his television debut on VH1's "I Love the 80s 3D." Earlier this year he appeared on VH1's "I Love Toys."

Evan Wecksell's comedy night takes place on Tuesday, April 25 at 9:00 PM at Gardner Theater inside the Student Union. It is cosponsored by Zips Programming Network, Greek Life Programs and Theta Chi Fraternity. The show is free for all students.
http://www.funnyevan.com

New Comedy CD From Brett Eidman

Sun, 23 Apr 2006 09:41:30 -0500

Uproar Entertainment is set to release Brett Eidman's "What's So F#@k'n Funny?" comedy CD on May 9th 2006. Brett Eidman is a favorite on XM Comedy and Sirius Satellite Radio. Brett's "Ode to Scruffy" track is number two on the Dr. Demento Show in only its third week. Eidman is now gearing up for a tour.

http://www.bretteidman.com

Funny Song - I Am Not A Terrorist - Hits #2

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 00:39:47 -0500

The Detroit/internet based comedy songwriter known as Whitie McWhiteivich has hit home with his latest song. The funny song " I Am Not A Terrorist" is a clever pro Arab American tune! It slams on the stereotypes Arabs Americans must face and also voices displeasure with Osama Bin Laden! It has become a internet hit! and it is currently rated #2 on Dr. Demento radio shows, DFSX Radio and other talk shows/Podcasts!
So if your in the mood for a funny goofy tunes checkout " Whitie McWhiteivich"!
http://www.songsforamerica.net

That OLD Hippie Chick Grace White in Santa Barbara

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 14:17:51 -0500

April 20, 2006 - Santa Barbara, CA - See That Old Hippie Chick with Carole Metcalf and Henrietta at Tsunami 1014 Coast Village Rd, Montecito Phone: (805) 969-7565 for one night and one night only. GRACE WHITE, aka That Old Hippie Chick, is a classic bohemian with a mother who stalks her, a father to whom road rage is an art-form and a stand-up comedy act like no other. White launched her comedy career at the onset of her "Middle Ages," and has gone on to open for the Jefferson Starship, 3 Doors Down, Edgar Winter, Leon Russell, Father Guido Sarducci, and Kevin Pollack. She made her film debut in "The Independent," starring Jerry Stiller and Janeane Garofalo and has appeared on "Good Morning America."

http://gracewhiteproductions.com

lynn's Comedy Battle at the Boiler Room

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 02:02:01 -0500

Comedy Battle at the Boiler Room in Redlands, CA. 345 No. 5 Street, Redlands, CA. Three rounds of competing comics. May 2nd, May 16th and June 6th. Top 3 move to Finals where the Funniest Person gets $100! Winner decided by guest judge AND audience members. For more info or to register contact www.lynnepstein.com

http://www.lynnepstein.com

Stand-up Survival Kit with Dave Schwensen

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 01:56:12 -0500

San Francisco CA - Bay Area stand-up comedians meet the author of "How to be a Working Comic". The San Francisco Comedy College, one of America's finest and most innovative stand-up comedy schools, is proud to offer a rare opportunity to meet and work with renowned author, talent coordinator and comedy teacher Dave Schwensen from 11am-7pm on Sunday, April 30, 2006 during Stand-up Survival Kit, a daylong seminar that will be held at the SFCC Clubhouse, a comedy workshop and performance space located at 414 Mason St. #705 near Union Square in San Francisco. Author of "Comedy FAQs and Answers" and "How to Be a Working Comic," Dave Schwensen is a well-known comedy teacher at the Cleveland Improv and was the talent coordinator for "A&E's An Evening at the Improv for ten years. Dave is also the president of Dave Schwensen Entertainment, gives comedy workshops and seminars and speaks to businesses about humor as stress relief. For more information about Dave, go to www.thecomedybook.com.Stand-up Survival Kit will kick off at 11am with SFCC CEO Kurtis Matthews speaking on "What Makes Good Comedians Great." At 12pm, Dave will speak about how to make a living as a comedian, then participate in a question and answer session with attendees. Afterwards, Kurtis and Dave will work with the first 15 people to sign up, giving each person one-on-one feedback and advice about their comedy acts.
We're very excited about offering this rare opportunity to comedians in the Bay Area, says San Francisco Comedy College founder Kurtis Matthews. âDave is highly respected in the comedy industry and we're honored to have him at this event. Admission is $35. Class size is limited, so please call the SFCC at (415) 921-2051 or email richsfcc@yahoo.com to reserve your spot.

http://www.sfcomedycollege.com

Project 2 Comedy Improv Show - Saturday, April 22nd

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 01:53:00 -0500

An evening of comedy and audience participation with Detroit's favorite improv comedy troupe 'Project 2'. "We promise to bring the fun, as long as you bring a bus load of people." -Project 2 The Double Tree Hotel 31500 Wick Road in Romulus, Michigan
SATURDAY, APRIL 22nd at 8:00 pm Doors will open @ 7:15 pm
Tickets are $10.00 (Buy tickets at the door) Proceeds benefit: Romulus Helping Hands *CASH BAR*, *DOOR PRIZES* Sponsored by: The Doubletree Hotel in Romulus and MJM Grand Properties. THIS IS AN ADULT SHOW (21+) For more information: Project 2 Improv -
http://www.project2improv.com/ Check me out at: www.myspace.com/damnhestheman

http://www.project2improv.com

Legends Comedy Competition Heats Up

Wed, 19 Apr 2006 11:18:10 -0500

The last 2 weeks at Legends (701 W Lake St. Addison, IL) were great. The Packed house was full of laughter. Now this Sunday April 23rd will be the best show yet. As this week we will have Aaron Foster, Josh Cheney, Dustin White, Brad Fowler, Mike Wiley, Tony Boswell, Kevin Williams and Mike Harrison all competing for the chance at the finals. and Headlining this week is the legend himself Andy Martello. Our show runs every Sunday though June 4th at 9pm. Dont miss this weeks show.

http://www.u-eentertainment.com

JibJab Releases Social Network for Jokes

Tue, 18 Apr 2006 09:10:18 -0500

The creators of JibJab sprung JokeBox from private beta after three months. Now a network of written jokes, photos, audio and video files, with the typical member social networkng hooks of personal information and content preferences.

While more visual than MySpace there are some communication and audience building limitations. JokeBox could benefit from better inter-member communication tools that might strengthen it's appeal.

With the official launch, JokeBox has landed the support of early ad partners like Bud Light, sponsoring the site with streaming banner ads. JibJab's base targets an older user than sites like MySpace.

According to sources, JokeBox has assembled a group of JibJab volunteers, "The A-Hole Patrol," to keep JokeBox censored. These volunteers are expected to screen submitted jokes, that have been flagged as "offensive" by JibJab members.

http://www.JibJab.com

Comedian James Price's Movie is Out on DVD

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 09:14:41 -0500

Just Released - DVD

With LA Comedy Legend
and our friend
James Price Jr.

http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=4694655

Comedy Critic Reviews Posted for Addison Improv, Club Nairobi and Jerami's

Sat, 15 Apr 2006 02:13:28 -0500

Dallas TX - Reviews have been posted at http://www.ComedyCritic.com for three live comedy shows and over 23 stand-up comedian performances visit the web site to find out more. ComedyCritic.com and ComedyNewswire.com are WorldComedyNetwork.com sites, the largest comedy network in the world reaching over 2 million comedy fans a year..

http://www.comedycritic.com

lynn's Comedy Battle at the Boiler Room

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 10:37:52 -0500

Comedy Battle at the Boiler Room in Redlands, CA. 345 No. 5 Street, Redlands, CA. - Three rounds of competing comics. May 2nd, May 16th and June 6th. Top 3 move to Finals where the Funniest Person gets $100! Winner decided by guest judge AND audience members. For more info or to register contact www.lynnepstein.com

http://www.lynnepstein.com

Classic Rock & Comedy in Washington DC

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 18:59:19 -0500

Washington DC - 94.7 Classic Rock team up with Ian Salmon to bring a series of comedy/musical shows to the Washington DC area called Classic Rock & Comedy..
Let the Laughs Rock On Thursday. April 27th at 9:00pm sponsored by 94.7 Classic Rock Comedy & Rock Music Hosted by: Ian Salmon , from Comedy Central Comic:Matt Kazam , from Comedy Central, VH1 and Mtv Band:The Ordinary Way , a No. VA sextet.

North County Funnies with Grace White & Chris Clobber

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 18:54:57 -0500

Carlsbad, CA - April 15, 2006, 8:00 p.m.- Finally!! He's coming and it's going to take something of biblical proportions to keep him away this time. (Or an HBO deal) Chris Clobber will be headlining the Funnies on this night and he's bringing all the hilariously bizarre thoughts that live in his head with him. Chris is by far one of the top comics in the country. He has been seen on Comedy Central, NBC and was featured last year on Fox's Malcolm in the Middle. Tax Day got ya down? Chris Clobber will deliver some much welcomed Relief! Opening the show will be Grace White, aka That Old Hippie Chick. White is a classic bohemian with a mother who stalks her, a father to whom road rage is an art-form and a stand-up comedy act like no other. White launched her comedy career at the onset of her "Middle Ages," and has gone on to open for the Jefferson Starship, 3 Doors Down, Edgar Winter, Leon Russell, Father Guido Sarducci, and Kevin Pollack. She made her film debut in "The Independent," starring Jerry Stiller and Janeane Garofalo and has appeared on "Good Morning America." White is a symphony in contradictions, a blur of reluctant energy and a compulsive workaholic entrepreneur who stubbornly maintains her title of World's Laziest Woman. She's also a successful single parent (her daughter's never been to jail), and has earned a solid reputation for herding aspiring comedians through their performing puberty. That Old Hippie Chick may not be the last of her tribe, but she is surely one of the most entertaining.

FDNY benefit NY's Bravest Night of Comedy w/Colin Quinn

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:28:34 -0500

New York, NY - Funny NYC Firefighters and Colin Quinn take the stage at Queensboro College on Thursday April 27th 8pm. $25 donation benefits the Thomas Elsasser Fund for widows of FDNY members. Box office 718 631-6311 for tickets

THE REAL DEAL COMEDY THRILL

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:20:01 -0500

Chicago IL - The Real Deal Comedy Thrill
DL HUGHLEY .. SOMMORE.. MICHAEL COLYAR
Saturday April 22, 2006
ARIE CROWN THEATER
SHOW 8:00 PM
http://www.take5entertainment.com

BATTLE OF THE COMEDIANS

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 00:11:39 -0500

Lafayette Hill, PA - Looking for comedians to enter contest at a fund raiser at GRAPE STREET NIGHTCLUB for a local grassroots charity crusading to end the "child rape' crises in South Africa and other neighboring Southern African Countries. Non-profit charity based in Lafayette Hill, PA. Go to www.cifkids.org for more details or call 610 828 6761. The First prize is an opportunity to EMCEE the AFRICAN MARCH OF MILLIONS in CAPE TOWN, South Africa all expenses air/accommodation paid for by CIFKIDS corporate sponsors. Please support a very, very worthy cause. Looking for 12 comedians to participate in the contest. Fund Raiser event May 21st, 2006 from 6.00p.m. to midnight. Free food, entertainment, door prizes, raffles, open cash bar and cover band. All patrons should visit www.grapestreet.com to purchase tickets. Please support us, without your support, we cannot reach our goals.
http://www.cifkids.org

Weird Al Star Fund Beneft

Sun, 9 Apr 2006 17:42:57 -0500

Hollywood, CA - A bunch of musical comedians are getting together to raise money for the Weird Al Star Fund, whose mission is to get "Weird Al" Yankovic a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The application fee is $15,000 and so far they've raised $9,000.

April 11, 8:00 PM
THE MINT
6010 PICO BLVD
LOS ANGELES, CA 90035
$8 Donation

Each comedian will perform three songs including a "Weird Al" cover.

Scheduled to perform:
Evan Wecksell / Raymond and Scum / Hard 'N Phirm / Ron Don / Throwing Toasters / Hosted by Joe Lavelle and his Big Comedy Rock 'N Roll Band
http://www.evanwecksell.com

The Laugh Masters want you!!!

Sun, 9 Apr 2006 17:36:44 -0500

St. Louis's newest improv group, The Laugh Masters, is holding auditions. The Laugh Masters is always looking for new up and coming talent. If you are interested
in short form comedic improv please let us know! All auditions are by appointment only!

Headshot or current photo required along with resume, if available.

- No experience necessary, good attitude a must!
For more information go to-
www.thelaughmasters.com

Sincerely,

The Laugh Masters
John Larson & Mike O'Malley
www.thelaughmasters.com
888-567-9665

http://www.thelaughmasters.com/auditions.html

Long Island Comedian Announces Tour and Says You Can Go Home

Sun, 9 Apr 2006 17:31:37 -0500

GREAT NECK, NY - He may now live in Los Angeles, but Musical Comedian Evan Wecksell is returning to his Long Island performing roots in a big way. From Saturday, April 15 to Saturday April 22, Wecksell has announced his "You Can Go Home Tour," an eight-show stint across Long Island and New York City's clubs, colleges and radio stations.

Evan Wecksell - You Can Go Home Tour Dates

Saturday, April 15 / Webradio WCWP / www.webradiowcwp.com
Saturday, April 15 / Pisces Cafe / Babylon, Long Island
Monday, April 17 / Suffolk County Community College / Brentwood, Long Island
Wednesday, April 19 / SUNY Stony Brook / Stony Brook, Long Island
Thursday, April 20 / 21st Century Radio / WLIE AM 540
Thursday, April 20 / The Brokerage / Bellmore, Long Island
Friday, April 21 / Don't Tell Mama / New York City
Saturday, April 22 / The Joey Reynolds Show / WOR AM 710

http://www.evanwecksell.com

ComedySportz Dallas Auditions

Fri, 7 Apr 2006 11:51:48 -0500

Addison, TX, April 7, 2006 - Do you think you have what it takes to be funny? Can you make up things on the spot? Can you walk AND chew gum? If you answered yes to these questions, ComedySportz wants you to audition for their troupe.

ComedySportz will holding auditions at the Stone Cottage Theatre in Addison on Saturday, April 15th, starting at 1pm. Located at 15650 Addison Road, Addison, TX 75001, the Stone Cottage is a historic theatre in the Addison Conference and Theater complex.

The audition will consist of playing improv games and doing improv drills to show off your abilities. Previous improv experience is not required, but will always be welcomed. Bring headshots and resumes if you have them. Not required, but just nice to have.

ComedySportz has players that have come from varied backgrounds. They have bankers, teachers, corporate types, and actors. ComedySportz wants to beef up their staff now to help out with the additional shows they are now performing.

Anyone chosen for this will need to be available for play every Friday and Saturday, and must be available for one workshop a week. There is no charge for the audition or the player's workshop. The workshop is where the players learn new skills and games. You must be 18 years or older to audition. For more information, please go to www.comedysportzdfw.com, or call 214-521-LAFF (5233). ComedySportz is not comedy about sports! It's comedy played AS a sport!!!! Contact: Rob Haddon, Managing Director, 214-521-5233 or 214-542-6548 (cell), or email at rob@comedysportzdfw.com.

http://www.comedysportzdfw.com

Comedy Month at The Atlantic Theater in April

Fri, 7 Apr 2006 00:47:07 -0500

Jupiter, Florida - The Atlantic Theater has a hilarious month of April with appearances by stand up comedian Phil Perrier, Improv comedy troupe "Gated Community" and teen Improv comedy troupe "Under Construction".

BYOB COMEDY NIGHT - APRIL 8TH at 8pm. Comedian Phil Perrier appears at the Atlantic Theater on Saturday April 8th at 8:00pm. Phil Perrier is a longtime writer for the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, and has appeared on TV's Comedy Central. He is a member of All Comedy Radio in Los Angeles and will appear with opening act Tres Croswell. Phil was scheduled to appear at the Atlantic Theater last year, but was paralyzed in a surfing accident, and has recently made his way back on tour despite the injury. Tickets for the show are $18.00 if ordered in advance and $20 at the door. Call the box office at 561-575-3271 for tickets.

"GATED COMMUNITY" - APRIL 22ND at 8pm South Florida based comedy troupe "Gated Community" has been entertaining audiences all over the southeast for the past year and a half. Their blend of improvised scenes and sketch comedy has left a mark on those who have seen them, and has resulted in a cult following with audiences wondering what will happen next! They are coming off a recent appearance at the Miami Improv Festival for the second year in a row where they earned the coveted slot of opening for the L.A. group "The Groundlings" and Upright Citizens Brigade out of New York City. They have also received a 2005 Impy award as best sketch comedy troupe in Palm Beach County. Tickets for the show are $12 if ordered in advance and $15 at the door. To learn more about the group please visit their website at www.gcimprov.com. To order tickets please call the box office at 561-575-3271.

"UNDER CONSTRUCTION" - APRIL 22ND at 6:30pm "Under Construction", a showcase of sketch comedy, video skits, and improvisation, all written and performed by members of the Atlantic Arts Academy's children's performance company. Members of the group have been together now for the past two years, and have taken the funniest ideas they have created and turned them into a show combining "Saturday Night Live" and "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" Under the tutelage of Improv comedy troupe "Gated Community", "Under Construction" has blossomed into one hilarious outfit and is a perfect introduction to theater for all ages. Tickets for the show are $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for students/children and can be ordered at 561-575-3271.

http://www.theatlantictheater.com

Comedy Critic - More Reviews from Jerami's in Dallas

Tue, 4 Apr 2006 02:06:30 -0500

Dallas TX - Dallas has a new comedy venue for Sundays. Great place for dinner and a comedy show. The comedy reviews for the Sunday show at Jerami's Bar and Grill at 3820 W Northwest Highway have been posted for Damus Smith, Chris Dodgen, Jack Parker, and Bob Zack performances.

http://www.ComedyCritic.com

Keg O Komedy Mondays in LA

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 22:03:25 -0500

Universal Bar and Grill presents Keg O Komedy every Monday night, at 9pm. Located at 4093 Lankershim Blvd in North Hollywood, CA. Featuring LA's funniest comedians and tomorrow's stars. Come join us for a brew and a night of funnies.
Los Angeles CA - Universal Bar and Grill presents Keg O Komedy every Monday night, at 9pm. Located at 4093 Lankershim Blvd in North Hollywood, CA. Featuring LA's funniest comedians and tomorrow's stars. Come join us for a brew and a night of funnies.
http://www.birthdaycomedy.com

Sunday April 16th Afternoon Stand-up Comedy in Napa

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 22:01:37 -0500

Napa CA - It's an afternoon of stand-up comedy at Uva Trattoria. Julie Anderson brings another great show to Napa, featuring your headliner, Sam Arno along with Samantha Chanse, Nico Santos, Jovelyn Richards, Robert Peterson and Chirstine Gelat. Come and catch these comics locally before they make it big! Doors open at 1:30 - show starts at 2:00. $7.00 cover charge. For reservations, email julie@julescomedy.com. Uva is located at 1040 Clinton Street in Napa.
http://www.myspace.com/julescomedy

April 11th World Comedy Jam Stand-up Showcase

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 21:49:30 -0500

VALLEJO, CA - Julie Anderson and Jorge Castaneda bring you and evening of stand-up comedy at the Listen & Be Heard World Comedy Jam. This weeks headliner is the hilariously funny Kenny Yun along with 8 other Bay Area comedians. Come and see the comics that are rising to the top of the Bay Area scene right here at home in Vallejo. L&BH is located at 818 Marin Street, in Downtown Vallejo. Show starts at 8:00. $5.00 cover. http://www.listenandbeheard.net

http://www.listenandbeheard.net

April 18th World Comedy Jam Stand-up Showcase

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 21:49:30 -0500

VALLEJO, CA - Julie Anderson and Jorge Castaneda bring you and evening of stand-up comedy at the Listen & Be Heard World Comedy Jam. This weeks headliner is the incredible Gail Epps (recently opened for Eddie Griffen at the SJ Improv) along with 8 other Bay Area comedians. Come and see the comics that are rising to the top of the Bay Area scene right here at home in Vallejo. L&BH is located at 818 Marin Street, in Downtown Vallejo. Show starts at 8:00. $5.00 cover.

http://www.listenandbeheard.net

April 25th World Comedy Jam Stand-up Showcase

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 21:49:30 -0500

VALLEJO, CA - Julie Anderson and Jorge Castaneda bring you and evening of stand-up comedy at the Listen & Be Heard World Comedy Jam. Tuesday, April 25th This weeks headliner is the wonderful Grace White of Women Who Kick Comedy Butt along with 8 other Bay Area comedians. Come and see the comics that are rising to the top of the Bay Area scene right here at home in Vallejo. L&BH is located at 818 Marin Street, in Downtown Vallejo. Show starts at 8:00. $5.00 cover.

http://www.listenandbeheard.net

Da' Brooklyn Comedy Tour April 13 & 14

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 21:35:54 -0500

April 13 & 14, 2006 - Oroville, CA -
Have you seen the "Blue Collar" comedy tour, the "Kings of Comedy", "Queens of Comedy, and maybe even "The Latin Kings of Comedy"? Well Fuggheddaboudit!!! Make way for Da' Brooklyn Comedy Tour. This is a 90 minute show with Comedy, Music, Videos and many more surprises.

Jimmy Della Valle and Tommy Savitt are guys from the neighborhood with unique comedy styles and attitudes as diverse as Brooklyn itself. It's laughter to the "thoid" power. Everyone loves these guys and all ages relate to these Brooklyn funnymen. Da' Brooklyn Motto: It's not where you're from it's who you are. Opening the show is Oroville's favorite comedian, Grace White That OLD Hippie Chick.

http://www.goldcountrycasino.com

D James Taylor Releases New Comedy CD

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 22:05:38 -0500

Taking a step back from the traditional stand up comedy CD, and entering the realm of artificial self help, D James Taylor asks and answers 28 of the most mind boggling questions concerning the fairer sex on his new CD release "Frequently Asked Questions About Women". Like
"She gets angry when I check out other woman. Why is she so selfish?" "Why does she have to redecorate my apartment?"
"She makes me hold her purse while we are shopping. How do I tell her she is emasculating me?" What do I do when she asks, "Does my butt look big in these jeans?" And many more. The CD will sell for $9.99 plus shipping and handling.

http://www.jimtaylor.com/comedy.htm

Kevin Kataoka at Vino Piazza

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 21:55:52 -0500

Lockeford, CA - The April Fool's Day comedy show at the Old Lockeford Winery, in California's wine country at Vino Piazza proudly presents Kevin Kataoka, Premium Blend and Comedy Central, Rob Brackenridge who has performed in 10 different countries, most of the 50 states and abroad for the troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, Ronn Vigh San Francisco's finalist in Last Comic Standing, and Grace White, That OLD Hippie Chick who has been everywhere including Good Morning America. The 2006 comedy series is growing out of control. These shows guarantee a laugh fest for all. 7:00 pm Wine Tasting; 8:00 pm Comedy Show.

http://www.gracewhiteproductions.com/

Gotham Comedy Club Installs Permanent Portrait Exhibition by Celebrity Photographer Dan Dion

Tue, 28 Mar 2006 14:10:23 -0500

New York - Chris Mazzilli, owner and founder of Gotham Comedy Club has commissioned Dan Dion, the country's premier comedic portrait photographer, to install a permanent 100-piece portrait exhibition entitled, "The Gotham Comedy Club Portrait Gallery". The club will celebrate the installation with a reception on Thursday, April 27th from 6:00-8:00PM. The reception is free, but please RSVP to dan@dandion.com

The prints showcase 100 of comedy's greatest names and most recognizable performers including Jerry Seinfeld, Robin Williams, George Carlin, Chris Rock, Lily Tomlin, Dave Chappelle, Ellen DeGeneres, Jon Leguizamo, Jon Stewart, Wanda Sykes and Damon Wayans.

Dan Dion's work has been published in more than 100 publications including Time, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly and People Magazine. He has ongoing exhibitions at The Fillmore Auditorium (where he is the house photographer), the San Francisco Punch Line, the Hollywood Improv, and The Comedy Store in Sydney, Australia. He exhibits annually at the prestigious "Just for Laughs Festival" in Montreal. Many of these portraits can be seen on his website, http://www.dandion.com

For more information, please contact Randi Friedman/Samantha White at London Misher Public Relations, 212.759.2800.

http://www.dandion.com

Grace White on KVMR

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 18:03:20 -0500

World Wide Web (the internet baby), CA , April 24, 2006, 9:30 a.m., PST Listen Live on KVMR, Music of the Mountains - Voice of the Community www.kvmr.org to the FAB Steve Baker, of the Morning Show, interview comedy show producer and comedian Grace White. Baker, program director for KVMR, an outstanding community radio station based in Nevada City, CA, and Grace will be chatting about some of Grace's favorite topics: Women Who Kick Comedy Butt, women in funny biz, her act, and the WWKCB Show April 29, 2006 at the 5 Mile House in the forest 4 miles above Nevada City.

http://www.gracewhiteproductions.com

Comedy Night at Jerami's Bar and Grill

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 17:51:01 -0500

Dallas TX - Jerami's Bar and Grill announces Comedy Night at the neighborhood sports bar and grill located near Love Field and Bachman Lake in Dallas, TX. Come and enjoy Comedy Night, great food, live music, darts, shuffleboard, games, and 5 TV screen's for you sports nuts.

Contagious Comedy

Mon, 27 Mar 2006 09:21:56 -0500

Dallas TX - Dallas/Fort Worth finally has a show for its comedians. Contagious Comedy is an Open Mic and Comedy Show hosted by Los Codie, one of the top Comics in the DFW Metroplex. The Best Comic for the Night wins $200. Event occurs every Wednesday night at Club Nairobi in Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX. This show is brought to you by Arispop Events and Promotions. For more information go to http://www.arispop.com. Sign up for Open mic with Los Codie at loscodiecomedy@aol.com

StandupJobs.com Open

Tue, 21 Mar 2006 02:21:56 -0500

Dallas TX - The World Comedy Network announced the opening of StandupJobs.com a massive stand-up comedy networking site with free classifieds and over 2400 connections to the comedy industry insiders. The site provides connections to over 600 comedy clubs, 600 comedians, 300 agents and promoters. media links, casting links and more.

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt at a Wine Tasting Plaza in Lodi, CA

Tue, 14 Mar 2006 17:13:35 -0500

Lockeford, CA - Saturday, March 18, 2006 VINO PIAZZA will host a Wine Tasting to be followed at 8:00 pm by WWKCB Stand-up Comedy Show. Women Who Kick Comedy Butt (WWKCB) is an all-female stand-up comedy show featuring very different comics with very different acts. The brainchild of comedian Grace White, WWKCB was conceived to spotlight funny women. "This is not a girly girl show, Hot Mommies or Women Who Tell Jokes Who Have Bosoms. This is a show boasting talented female comics doing their own act," says White. Each comic in her own unique way will show how now more than ever, women have come into their own on-stage. No longer restricted to voicing vanilla views on love and marriage, these bright women offer more flavors than Baskin-Robbins, and represent all ages, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. They will be telling their tales for all to hear, guaranteeing a laugh-fest you really don't want to miss.

This show welcomes everyone to enjoy a great night out with comedy that's power-packed, high-energy and hysterical.

WOMEN WHO KICK COMEDY BUTT March 18 with LAURA HAYDEN, BETH SCHUMANN, HENRIETTA, DATTNER & MAGGIE NEWCOMB in Lockeford, CA (near Lodi) call for more information 800.939.2566

Appear Alongside Top Comics in New Humor Book

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 12:55:54 -0500

Appear Alongside Jay Leno, Dave Chappelle, Margaret Cho, Dave Attell and other top comics in a new humor book by editor, Judy Brown. Judy's prior books include "The Comedy Thesaurus" and "Jokes to Go". In preparation for her hext book, she is seeking submissions for possible inclusion her the next book. Interested comedians should send a minimum of a dozen lines or bits from which the editor may choose. Send a bio or credits line which can include either your email or website address, to: judybrowni@usa.net. Your material will be credited to you, of course, and your bio or resume will be included in the index. There's no compensation, but comedian contributors have used their inclusion in the books to promote their careers, and if you dream of publishing your own humor book, this will give you a publishing credit. Contributors can also buy copies at a 50% Author Discount.

WOMEN WHO KICK COMEDY BUTT CONCERT

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 13:38:40 -0500

Oroville, CA - Women Who Kick Comedy Butt concert shows - March 16, 17, & 18, 2006 8:00 pm at Gold Country Casino.

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt (WWKCB) is an all-female stand-up comedy show featuring very different comics with very different acts.

The brainchild of comedian Grace White, WWKCB was conceived to spotlight funny women. "This is not a girly girl show, Hot Mommies or Women Who Tell Jokes Who Have Bosoms. This is a show boasting talented female comics doing their own act," says White.

Each comic in her own unique way will show how now more than ever, women have come into their own on-stage. No longer restricted to voicing vanilla views on love and marriage, these bright women offer more flavors than Baskin-Robbins, and represent all ages, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. They will be telling their tales for all to hear, guaranteeing a laugh-fest you really don't want to miss.

This show welcomes everyone to enjoy a great night out with comedy that's power-packed, high-energy and hysterical.

March 16, 17, 18, 2006, 8:00 pm
WOMEN WHO KICK COMEDY BUTT
CONCERT SHOWS
GOLD COUNTRY CASINO in OROVILLE
2040 Olive, Oroville, CA

March 16 - Thursday
GRACE WHITE - Good Morning America
JOVELYN RICHARDS - Kimballs's East
JONI RODGERS - Mother's & Other Goddesses
VICKI BARBOLAK - Pauly Shores' Minding the Store
LAURA HAYDEN - Boston International Comedy Festival

March 17 - Friday
GRACE WHITE - Opened for Jefferson Starship
JACKIE KASHIAN - Comedy Central Special
MAGGIE NEWCOMB - Battle of the Bay
CHANTAL CARRERE - Laugh Across America
REANNIE ROADS - Catch A Rising Star

March 18 - Saturday
GRACE WHITE - Comedy Day
DIANE AMOS - The Pine Sol Lady
MAURA LAKE - Days of Our Lives
KIRA SOLTANOVICH - Girl's Behaving Badly
REBECCA ARTHUR - California's Funniest Female

The Lord Of Stupid! Funny Sports Song!

Thu, 9 Mar 2006 10:56:35 -0500

Checkout " The Lord Of Stupid" Whitie McWhiteivich's newest funny song/parody! " Sports Sports" ripping on fans and jocks! Downloads available on the website!

Calamity TV, Bad Review, Who's Your Diety?, Cappin' The Week

Thu, 9 Mar 2006 10:47:06 -0500

Chemically Imbalanced Comedy presents four new late night shows running every Friday at 11pm tickets $10 The Cornservatory 4210 N Lincoln, Chicago

Chemically Imbalanced Comedy is proud to announce their upcoming ENCORE Series productions Comedy Jackpot! Four Brand New Shows each Friday Night at 11pm starting Feb 3, 2006

Who's Your Deity (First Friday of every month) A sketch and improv show focusing on the relationship between modern life and the changing face of religion. Mixing sketches, improvised scenes that focus on well-defined recurring characters, and audience suggestion based character monologues.

Calamity TV (Second Friday of every month) What the world needs is another reality show . . . who are we to argue? The audience chooses the reality show they've always wanted to see but the networks have been too scared to put on TV.

Bad Review (3rd Friday of every month) The Cast clips out what they feel is the worst review from the Chicago Reader that week. They read it to the audience and then they improvise the show they feel the Chicago Reader would have liked to see.

Cappin The Week (4th Friday of every month) Everything that got talked about during the week gets summed-up and skewered â from the world of politics and entertainment, to sports and society. The cast will take any angle to wring the laughs out of the week's news. You'll see sketches, songs, jokes, poems -- maybe even a funny chart. Finally, Chicago has its own place to go for live, top-of-mind, wicked satire. It's "Cappin' the Week."

Wanda Sykes Addison Improv Feb 24-25th

Wed, 22 Feb 2006 14:45:45 -0500

Addison TX 02/22/06 - The Improv Comedy Club in Addison Texas is proud to announce Wanda Sykes performing live this Friday and Saturday February 24th and 25th. Reserve tickets early. Tickets available by phone 972-404-0323 or online at www.improv.com.

Wanda Sykes has been called "one of the funniest stand up comics" by her peers and ranks among Entertainment Weekly's 25 Funniest People in America. Her smart-witted stand up has sent her career in many different areas.

The Improv Comedy Club in Addison has a 20 year history of bringing top comedy talent to the Metroplex, With comedy greats including Cedric the Entertainer and Sebastian scheduled for the remaining dates in February. The March 2006 lineup includes Kevin Nealon , Pablo Francisco, John Witherspoon, Gabriel Iglesias, Kevin Brennan Bill Burr, and Bill Bellamy. Visit the Improv web site for specific dates and times. The Addison Improv is located at 4980 Beltline Road #250 in Addison Texas.

Background: Wanda Sykes:
Upcoming Movie Release: "Over the Edge"
She can next be seen in the New Line feature "Monster-In-Law" starring opposite Jennifer Lopez and Jane Fonda. The movie opens May 13th. She was recently seen on Comedy Central's "Wanda Does It" where she tried various non-showbiz jobs. Her first book titled "Yeah I Said It" published by Simon and Schuster, hit bookstores in September 2004. "Yeah I Said It" is a hilarious collection of essays touching on life, family and current events.

In 2003 she was seen on Fox's "Wanda at Large" which she wrote, produced and starred in. She also has a one hour Comedy Central special called "Wanda Sykes: Tongue Untied". In addition, she can be seen on HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" or heard on Comedy Central's "Crank Yankers" as the voice of Gladys Murphy.

Wanda was born in Portsmouth, Virginia and raised in Maryland. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Hampton University. Her stand-up career began at a Coors Light Super talent Showcase in Washington, DC where she performed for the first time in front of a live audience.

She spent 5 years as part of the HBO's critically acclaimed "Chris Rock Show." As a performer and writer on the show, she was nominated for three Primetime Emmy's and in 1999 won the Emmy for "Outstanding Writing for a Variety, Music or Comedy Special." In 2001, she won the American Comedy Award for "Outstanding Female Stand Up Comic". She won a second Emmy in 2002 for her work on "Inside the NFL". In 2003, Wanda earned a Comedy Central Commie Award for "Funniest TV Actress." Other writing credits include: the "MTV 1999 Music Video Awards", "The MTV Movie Awards" the "74th Annual Academy Awards," "The Keenen Ivory Wayans Show," and "Wanda at Large."

She also appeared in the feature films: "Pootie Tang", "Nutty Professor 2; The Klumps", and "Down to Earth".

Phyllis Stickney in Dallas Feb 23rd at the Improv

Wed, 22 Feb 2006 11:12:51 -0500

Addison TX - The Improv Comedy Club in Addison Texas is proud to
announce a one night, one show appearance, by Phyllis Stickney actress, stand-up comedian, writer, poet and Director with recent roles in "Malcom X", "What's Love Got to Do With It" and "How Stella Got Her Grove Back". The multi-talented film actress and comedian will showcase an evening of stand-up comedy Thursday, February 23rd in a 10:00pm show. Special Event tickets are $20 and available by phone or online at www.improv.com.

Ms. Stickney has featured in several motion pictures with roles ranging from a
prosecuting attorney to a comedic club diva. A condensed list of her credits includes
New Jack City, Jungle Fever, Talking Dirty After Dark. The Autobiography of
Malcom X, Whats Love Got To Do With It?, The Inkwell, directed by Matty Rich,
Die Hard With a Vengeance, starring Bruce Willis and most recently How Stella Got
Her Groove Back, starring Angela Bassett and Whoopi Goldberg.
She is currently on tour and working on an anthology of her original poetry.

The Improv Comedy Club in Addison has a 20 year history of bringing top
comedy talent to the Metroplex, With comedy greats including Wanda Sikes, Cedric the
Entertainer and Sebastian scheduled for the remaining dates in February. The March
lineup includes Kevin Nealon , Pablo Francisco, John Witherspoon, Gabriel Iglesias,
Kevin Brennan Bill Burr, and Bill Bellamy. Visit the Improv web site for specific dates
and times. The Addison Improv is located at 4980 Beltline Road #250 in Addison Texas.

Hot Comedy at New West in Dallas

Fri, 17 Feb 2006 01:48:01 -0500

Dallas TX - It was a comedy night to remember as Nesto Promotions delivered another hot night of comedy at the New West in Dallas. With Nesto hosting, the packed house was treated to a preview of the new "Dos Frijoleros y La Papa Comedy Tour" with Flo Hernandez headlining features were Dustin Ybarra and Nick Guerra. Marcia Larios was in from Houston to round out the night of extreme comedy with a powerful Latino flare for everything funny. Watch http://www.ComedyCritic.com for reviews related to this show.

COMEDY GENESIS ... Producer by The NYUCF

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 08:00:28 -0500

New York, NY - Thursday, February 16th at 9:00 pm it's AAA - List National Comedians in "COMEDY GENESIS"! This week it's CORY KAHANEY (NBC'S LAST COMIC STANDING), MARINA FRANKLIN (THE MONTREAL COMEDY FESTIVAL), JIM MENDRINOS (HBO, COMEDY CENTRAL), and BARRY WEINTRAUB (POLITCALLY INCORRECT, TOUGH CROWD)

Starting tomorrow, and continuing every Thursday at 9:00pm, there's a new comedy night in Manhattan. It's called "COMEDY GENESIS". The concept is a place where established comedians can work out their newest material in a theater setting.

London's "Comedy Store" is often pointed to as the best comedy club in the world.
Theatre seating and no waitresses disturbing the show. This weekly show features theatre seating and there is never a drink minimum.

"COMEDY GENESIS" is at the National Comedy Theater -- 36th between 8th & 9th -- a beautiful 90 seat theater that has drinks with no drink minimums. There will be a couple of younger comics sprinkled in to the line up, but for the most part it is established comics breaking in new material.

The show is normally $10 dollars, but if you make a reservation at 212-714-5330, you can get a seat for just $5. Or print out this coupon and bring it.

A Completely Professional Stand Up Comedy Show for less then half the cost of a movie.

For Comedians Festivals and Last Comic Standing

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 07:43:46 -0500

IMPORTANT DATES:
Submission Deadlines:
March 1st - Sarasota Comedy Festival
Sarasota, FL

March 25th - FunnyFest Calgary Comedy Festival
Calgary, Alberta

April 1st - Just for Laughs Festival
Montreal, Quebec

June 15th - Boston Comedy Festival
Boston, MA

LAST COMIC STANDING AUDITIONS

FEBRUARY 21
Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood Improv
8162 Melrose
Los Angeles, CA 90046

FEBRUARY 27
Tempe, AZ
Tempe Improv
930 University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

MARCH 2
Austin, TX
Capital City Comedy Club
8120 Research Boulevard
Austin, TX 78758

MARCH 5
Chicago, IL
Zanies
1548 N. Wells St.
Chicago, IL 60610

MARCH 7
New York, NY
Caroline's
1626 Broadway
New York, NY 10009

MARCH 12
Miami, FL
Miami Improv
3390 Mary #182
Coconut Grove, FL 33133

Call for Comedy To Be Included in Coming Book

Tue, 7 Feb 2006 02:04:54 -0500

Release: Judy Brown, the editor of successful comedy books which collect of the best material from comedians, including "The Comedy Thesaurus" and "Jokes to Go" is issuing an open call for up-and-coming comedians to contribute to her next book and appear alongside Jay Leno, Dave Chappelle, Margaret Cho, Dave Attell and other top comics.

Comedians who wish to submit material for possible inclusion in this joke book, should send a minimum of a dozen lines or bits with a bio or credits line (which can include contact info of either email or website address), to: judybrowni@usa.net

Each bit will be credited to the particular comedian, and their bio or resume will be included in the index. There's no compensation, but comedian contributors have used their inclusion in these joke books to promote their careers, and as a publishing credit toward their own humor book. (Contributors can also buy copies at 50% Author discount.)

ComedySportz DFW Valentine's Battle of the Sexes

Mon, 6 Feb 2006 11:35:47 -0500

Addison TX - It's the time of year when love is in the air. except at ComedySportz. Every year at this time, it's the men against the women to see who can take the bragging rights for being funnier. For the last two years, the women have stomped the men. This year, the men say they are taking the gloves off! The fact that neither team wears gloves seems to have eluded the men's team.

ComedySportz will be playing at the Studio Theatre in Addison on Tuesday, February 14th at 8pm. The theatre is located in the Addison Conference and Theatre Complex located at 15650 Addison Road, Addison, TX 75001. The cost for this show is just $15. No coupons or passes can be accepted for this special show.

"Many people have said that women cannot be funny", the Captain of the women's team was recently quoted as saying. "Well, we've proved them wrong for the last couple of years". Further, she added this to the men's team, "Bring it!".

The men's team has not replied, maybe because they have chosen to keep this year's strategy to themselves. Although, sources speaking with the condition of anonymity say they're quiet because they're frightened.

ComedySportz DFW is a part of a 22-year-old international comedy troupe, with locations throughout the US and now in England and Ireland. ComedySportz does fast paced, hilarious comedy that's totally clean. Nothing ever said or done will offend anyone. All ages are welcome. A perfect place for a Valentine's Date Night!

For more information or to buy tickets, please go to www.comedysportzdfw.com, or call 214-521-LAFF (5233).

ComedySportz is not comedy about sports! It's comedy played AS a sport!!!!

Whitie McWhiteivich - "Funny Songs" Released

Mon, 6 Feb 2006 11:03:05 -0500

Whitie McWhiteivich comedy songs CD released. One man, one twisted sense of songwriting. The CD has 20 songs and 1 skit! This is the funniest sum bitch on the web! Dr. Demento called it " Very Stimulating".

Greg Morton Looney Bin Little Rock

Mon, 6 Feb 2006 10:54:37 -0500

Little Rock AR - Greg Morton will be appearing Wednesday Feb 8th thru Saturday Feb 11th. It's Scoobydoo meats Bill Cosby!!!Hightlights of Greg's Show include his own unique version of Star Wars and his trademark celebrity impersonations. See why he received a standing ovation the last time he was in Little Rock!

Rob Brackenridge at Zanies

Mon, 6 Feb 2006 10:46:41 -0500

Chicago IL - Rob Brackenridge from Comedy Central headlines Feb 7-11 at Zanies Get tickets early for this popular headliner.

The Funny Farm University

Mon, 6 Feb 2006 10:38:06 -0500

Roswell GA - The Funny Farm Comedy Club proudly presents The Funny Farm University February 13 - March 27 from 7 pm to 10 pm, 6 weeks, with 7th week being graduation.
. The FFU is for anyone who wants to learn stand-up comedy or/and become a better public speaker. The FFU is a six week course taught at The Funny Farm Comedy Club and will take you from the basics to advance in comedy writing and presentation. The 7th week you will graduate at The Funny Farm Comedy Club in front of your family and friends to show them what makes you, you.

The class is taught by Joe Morrison who writes his own material and has been an internationally touring comedian for over 16 years

COMEDIAN TRIBUTE TO RICHARD PRYOR

Thu, 2 Feb 2006 13:29:27 -0500

Hollywood, CA - 2:00 p.m. February 8, 2006 - Standup comedians will gather to perform a set at Richard Pryor's Star at 6438 Hollywood Blvd. In this way, all comedians will have the opportunity to give tribute to Richard Pryor who will be honored that night at the Grammy's with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Very informal, all comedians welcome. Show up and you are on. No mic, no emcee and no need to signup. Contact grace@ gracewhiteproductions.com

New Jim Gaffigan Special Premiers on Comedy Central Tonight

Sun, 29 Jan 2006 11:41:50 -0500

Los Angeles CA - Jim Gaffigan Comedy Central Special "Beyond The Pale" World Television Premiere debuts on Comedy Central tonight Sunday, January 29th at 9:00 pm. Reviewed by ComedyCritic.com correspondent R. Chris Brown as "...a vivid and hilarious exploration of the workings of a subtle and brilliant comedic mind. Gaffigan's absurdist leaps of reasoning are accompanied by a truly unique and fascinating delivery style..." You can read a complete review of the show on www.ComedyCritic.com. Watch for Encore Presentations airing January 29th at 10:00 pm and February 4th at 9:30 pm For more information on Jim Gaffigan, out check www.jimgaffigan.com/

Report submitted by R. Chris Brown

BET Style Comedy Comes to Union City

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 13:53:45 -0500

Union City, GA - Instead of watching from their Lay-Z-Boy Atlanta area comedy fans will have a chance to witness the comedy of comedian Black Boy first hand. The famed jokester will be hosting Minglin' Mondays at Allie's Place in Union City, Georgia.

Minglin' Mondays is "Comedy, U.C. Style." The event boasts comedy from Black Boy and snaps and cracks from local comedians. In between the laughter, guests enjoy mingling and meeting new people over drinks and finger foods. This event kicks off January 30, 2006. Doors open at 6:30p. Show starts at 8p. Admission is $10. Minglin' Mondays is presented by WMA and Seriously Jokin' Entertainment.

About Black Boy:
Black Boy, an Atlanta / Decatur, Georgia native, has been keeping fans rolling since the early 1990's.and performed around the country from L.A. to New York, Detroit to Atlanta in venues large and small. Plus, Black Boy has appeared on the long-running BET comedy show, Comic View. In addition to performing his own material, Black Boy has also been the sole writer for comedian and BET Comic View host Bruce-Bruce (Pardi Gras season).

Allie's Place
6325 Shannon Parkway, Suite C
Union City, GA 30291.
Directions: 770.964.9320.
Information / Interviews - 404.552.4251

Jim Gaffigan TV Premiere And CD Release ...

Thu, 26 Jan 2006 22:16:03 -0500

NEW YORK, NY, January 17, 2006 --

World Television Premiere Debuts On COMEDY CENTRAL Sunday, January 29 At 9:00 P.M.*
With Encore Presentations Airing January 29 At 10:00 P.M. And February 4 At 9:30 P.M.
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COMEDY CENTRAL Records Releases "Jim Gaffigan: Beyond The Pale" CD On Tuesday, February 7

Watch him on TV or listen to him on CD. Either way the laughs remain the same. COMEDY CENTRAL provides not one, but two ways to enjoy comedian Jim Gaffigan's latest tour-de-force. Don't miss the world premiere of "Jim Gaffigan: Beyond The Pale" Sunday, January 29 at 9:00 p.m. and the COMEDY CENTRAL Records CD release of "Jim Gaffigan: Beyond The Pale," available in stores nationwide and shop.comedycentral.com on Tuesday, February 7.

Beyond Jim Gaffigan's white guy, "everyman" exterior, is a passion for life, laughs and fine food particularly hot pockets. Filmed and recorded in Chicago's historic Vic Theater, the "Jim Gaffigan: Beyond The Pale" special and CD showcase the comic's humorous perspective on everyday situations, deadpan delivery and knack for pointing out the not-so-obvious. From the very first moments, Gaffigan's unique comedic persona takes over "cantankerous but endearing, clean but cutting" with an irrepressible "inside voice" that keeps wickedly popping out, causing viewers and listeners to crack up with laughter. Highlights from the performance include the comic's examination of American obesity, the way cake brings people together and Gaffigan's realization that holiday traditions have little relevance to the holiday being observed.

Gaffigan has performed stand-up in comedy venues and theatres all over the country. He's had comedic turns on renowned television shows such as "Sex and the City," "That 70's Show," and "Ellen" and continues to make frequent guest appearances on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and "The Late Show with David Letterman." Gaffigan also stars alongside Tilda Swinton, Timothy Hutton and Amber Tamblyn in the new dramatic feature film, "Stephanie Daley," an official selection of the 2006 Sundance Film Festival.

In addition to "Jim Gaffigan: Beyond The Pale," COMEDY CENTRAL Records has previously released Lewis Black's Grammy-nominated "Luther Burbank Performing Arts Center Blues," Dane Cook's platinum-selling "Retaliation," D.L. Hughley's "Notes From The GED Section," Gaffigan's own "Doing My Time," Denis Leary's "Merry F#%$in' Christmas," Mitch Hedberg's "Mitch All Together" and "Strategic Grill Locations" and "Dave Attell's "Skanks For The Memories." Other releases include "The Marijuana Logues" and "Crank Yankers: The Best Uncensored Crank Calls" (Vol. 1, 2 and 3).

Dare To Be Stupid

Thu, 26 Jan 2006 17:40:00 -0500

Matthew Mask Productions is set to debut a 13 episode season of their sketch comedy program "Dare To Be Stupid". A show that combines sketch comedy with unscripted reality bits featuring show creator Danny Nunes- portraying Matthew Mask, a character he has been portraying for the past few years- Danny Nunes was trained by Shameless Hussy Productions, based in Vancouver B.C- where he studied acting and writing. The program is filmed in both Kitimat & Terrace B.C and attracts a wide ranging demographic. The Show will be airing on City West Cable in Kitimat, Terrace, and Prince Rupert B.C.

You can visit the show's website at www.daretobestupid.piczo.com and have a look at some of the sketches and humour featured on the program

2006 Comedy Spring Bling

Thu, 26 Jan 2006 17:33:19 -0500

2006 Comedy Spring Bling presents: T.K. Kirkland,Rodney Perry, Ray Lipowski, Howie Bell, Kool-Aid *tentative*, and Martin Harris. This exclusive event will take place on April 1, 2006 (APRIL FOOLS DAY) from 8:00pm- 11:00pm at the Millennium Centre in Southfield, MI. Hosted by the funny and lovely radio personality "COCO" from FM 98 WJLB. Go to www.comedyspringbling.com for more info.

Comedy Workshop starts Feb. 12 in LA

Tue, 24 Jan 2006 19:25:20 -0500

Los Angeles CA - Unleash your creativity in this breakthrough writing & performance workshop for comics, writers, actors, and anyone who wants to go deeper with their own creative process. Sundays Feb. 12, 19, 26, March 5 (3-6pm) at M-Bar, 1253 N. Vine $300 ($270 if you sign up by Feb. 1 - only $250 each if you sign up with a friend!) Registration & info: http://www.uncabaret.com or 323-993-3305

Un-Cabaret Special Valentine Show

Tue, 24 Jan 2006 19:22:38 -0500

Los Angeles CA - Join Beth Lapides, Julia Sweeney, Laura Kightlinger and other great talent for the kind of fresh, funny, personal comedy that has made Un-Cabaret a legend. M-Bar, 1253 N. Vine St. in Hollywood. Show starts at 8pm, doors open at 7pm for drinks & dinner. Tickets $15 + drinks. http://www.uncabaret.com or 323-993-3305 for info & reservations

South Beach Comedy Festival

Mon, 23 Jan 2006 21:41:57 -0500

SPONSORED BY MYSPACE
South Beach Comedy Festival
January 18-21
Miami, FL
South Beach Comedy Festival features a stellar lineup including Dane Cook, David Spade, Greg Giraldo, DL Hughley, more. Vote for your favorite comedian!

Dirty South Six

Mon, 23 Jan 2006 17:04:03 -0500

North Carolina's Dirty South Improv Festival is proud to announce the full line-up for its 6th annual comedy event, the largest event in the Southeastern United States dedicated to the art of improvisation. Each year professional improv groups and college teams from across the country travel to Chapel Hill and Carrboro for a week of showcase performances and improv workshops produced by DSI Comedy Theater.

National Comedy Theatre Prepares to Entertain Troops in Iraq

Mon, 23 Jan 2006 15:11:54 -0500

The National Comedy Theatre, one of the leading improv comedy companies in the country, has been selected out of hundreds of entertainment groups to entertain U.S. troops overseas. Starting February 21st, the group will perform as part of a four-week tour visiting troops in Iraq, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Djibouti, Bahrain, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. . This is the fourth time that the NCT has been selected to perform for the Armed Forces.

"The Tour is a marathon of shows, travel and little sleep," says NCT Artistic Director and "Big Cheese", Gary Kramer. "We will be performing in mess halls, officer's clubs, theaters, tents and outside facilities. It's just like Bob Hope's tours, except for the dancing girls and the celebrities and Bob Hope," he adds.

This year, the Tour will be in more dangerous areas, such as Iraq and Saudi Arabia. "The bases in Iraq contain upwards of 10,000 people, all with weapons," adds Kramer "We've been told that we're safer there than in midtown Manhattan. They obviously haven't spent much time in the subway.

In an ironic twist, one of the performers, David Tierney, is a former Marine who served in Desert Storm. This will be David's first time back to the Middle East since returning home. "I dropped my keys in the sand when I was there before, so this will be my opportunity to get back into my apartment. I sure would like to see my girlfriend again," he quips.

According to Kramer, the tour lasts from February 21st to March 18th. Despite the lack of sleep and the comforts of home, Kramer says all of the NCT performers find the tour extremely rewarding. "To hear the laughter of a group of soldiers who are constantly placed in harm's way is enormously uplifting," he states. "I think we get as much out of it as they do."

For more information, contact the National Comedy Theatre at 212-629-5202

Doug Powell's CD taping with XM Radio @ DC Arts Center

Fri, 20 Jan 2006 14:43:53 -0500

Washington DC - March 24th and 25th at 10pm DC Comedian Doug Powell will tape his first ever live CD with the help of XM Satellite Radio and the DC Arts Center. Doug is a one of a kind act who uses an unusual blend of music and comedy to entertain his audiences. The DC/ Baltimore native who's already been featured on XM Satellite Radio's Comedy channel will be performing two shows, each starting at 10:00 pm at the DC Arts Center at 2438 18th street NW, Washington DC. Show dates are March 24th and 25th and the theatre only seats 50 so call now, reserve your seats and be a part of comedy history.
http://www.dcartscenter.org
202-462-7833 for ticket information

That OLD Hippie Chick on FCC FREE

Thu, 19 Jan 2006 16:52:36 -0500

January 19, 2006 That's right That OLD Hippie Chick, Comedian Grace White, will be on The John and Frye Show Tonight!

106.7 KWSS FM
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA
http://KWSS1067.COM
http://FCCFREE.COM

Listen live via your computer, or get in your car now and you'll have just enough time to make it to the AZ airwaves.

Show starts 6:00 p.m. Scottsdale time -that's 5:00 p.m. in CA, the center of the universe.

Hear Grace talk about Grace White, Women Who Kick Comedy Butt, Richard Pryor, my daughter's wedding, & Bush & Co., in that order.

ComedySportz DFW to play at the Pocket!

Tue, 10 Jan 2006 16:55:00 -0500

Dallas TX - Start your week off with a laugh or a lot of laughs! ComedySportz DFW will be bringing their unique form of comedy to the Pocket Sandwich Theatre on Monday, January 16th for one night only!

ComedySportz DFW is part of a 22-year-old international group. They opened here in Dallas 5 years ago and have entertained thousands. ComedySportz is not comedy about sports. It's comedy played AS a sport! It's fast paced, hilarious, and clean. It's the only show in town where you can bring your date, your spouse, or your kids and never be offended any anything said or done.

The Pocket Sandwich Theatre has been a Dallas landmark for over 20 years. It is home to local playwrights and actors. You can see dramas, comedies, musicals, popcorn throwing melodramas, and now ComedySportz! You can eat, drink and see our show this Monday, January 16th. Bring your church group, your family, or just yourself and be ready for a great time!

Call the Pocket's box office directly for tickets at 214.821.1860. The Pocket is located at 5400 E. Mockingbird Lane in Dallas 75206. Visit their website at www.pocketsandwich.com.

The show on Monday is at 7:30pm, with dinner service beginning at 6:30pm.

ComedySportz also plays on Friday and Saturday nights in January at the Stone Cottage Theatre in Addison. Call 214-521-LAFF (5233) for more information, or visit their website at www.comedysportzdfw.com.

New Comedy CD Released

Thu, 5 Jan 2006 00:38:02 -0500

Dallas TX - Comedian Eric Lokke released his debut comedy CD entitled "Eric Lokke: Mistakes And All" in association World Comedy Radio consisting of three live comedy sets with narratives to set up each. Total runtime is approximately 58 minutes. CD's to be distributed worldwide online via the UndergroundComedyStore.com and EricLokke.com

Todd Justice in Temple Texas January 6-7

Wed, 4 Jan 2006 21:39:55 -0500

Temple TX - Todd Justice and CedMan are scheduled to take the stage this Friday and Saturday for two shows at the new Club Image comedy club in Temple Texas. Gaining a reputation for bringing top comedy headliners to the growing Texas community. Todd Justice fits the profile as one of the hottest comedians on any stage according to the ComedyCritic.com. He has been selling out shows across the country with strong comedy sets that frequently result in standing ovations. Ced Man, the scheduled feature, is another top comedy name with strong comedy making this weekend a major comedy event in Temple, Texas.

Warren B Hall at the Future Legends Show in Dallas

Sat, 31 Dec 2005 10:10:22 -0500

"We caught Warren B Hall at the West End Comedy Theatre performing a set as guest star and host for the "Future Legends of Comedy" Tour. One of the hottest stand-up comedy talents to recently call Texas home. Warren has it all. Comedy material that burns red hot and an animated presentation that knocks audiences up-side the head with blow-out lines that rattle the bar-glasses. Oh, you have to love this comic. Warren was an all-star addition to the Dallas stop. "Warren B Hall" is "A-List" comedy from start to finish. He's just that funny! Get the tickets before they sell out for this comedian anywhere he takes the stage, you won't regret it!
Hope to see more of Warren very soon!" - Review by the Comedy Critic

Shawn Halpin Comedy Causes Seizure

Sat, 31 Dec 2005 01:01:32 -0500

Arlington TX - True story, EMT's were called in for an audience member during comedy set by comedian Shawn Halpin at Hyena's Comedy Night Club in Arlington Texas Friday, December 30, 2005. The un-named audience member suffered a seizure during the comedy set by Halpin. After revival the audience member is said to have recovered.

SPF7 Brings Improv to San Francisco Comedy College's Line-up

Sat, 31 Dec 2005 00:09:23 -0500

San Francisco CA - If doing improv takes a lot of heart, then the newest comedy troupe to hit the stage at the San Francisco Comedy College has got enough to cure the world's coronary troubles. They will be bringing their comic energy to San Francisco audiences every Friday and Saturday at 10:00 pm. It all kicks off Friday, December 30th SPF7 with Head to Headline a comedic look at each week's most interesting news stories. This weekly news tribute will also include guest appearances by some of the Bay Areas top comedians. Starting on Saturday, December 31st you can ring in the new year, or simply ignore it by laughing until you forget about it with SPF7's signature longform, Daggermouth, which is a frenetic montage that is inspired by cartoons such as The Simpsons and The Family Guy. Both shows are free and take place at the San Francisco Comedy College, 414 Mason Street, Suite 705 in the Native Sons Building, Downtown San Francisco. For more information: (415) 921-2051, www.spf7.org or www.sfcomedycollege.com.

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt Jan 13 & 14

Wed, 28 Dec 2005 22:54:40 -0500

Marin, CA - Women Who Kick Comedy Butt is returning to Larkspur Cafe and Theatre on January 13 & 14, 2006. Comedian and producer Grace White's lineup includes funny women Laura Hayden, Maura Lake, Lynn Epstein, Debbie Lockhart, and of course That OLD Hippie Chick Grace White.

Women Who Kick Comedy Butt (WWKCB) is an all-female stand-up comedy show featuring very different comics with very different acts.

The brainchild of comedian Grace White, WWKCB was conceived to spotlight funny women. "This is not a girly girl show, Hot Mommies or Women Who Tell Jokes Who Have Bosoms. This is a show boasting talented female comics doing their own act," says White.

Each comic in her own unique way will show how now more than ever, women have come into their own on-stage. No longer restricted to voicing vanilla views on love and marriage, these bright women offer more flavors than Baskin-Robbins, and represent all ages, ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. They will be telling their tales for all to hear, guaranteeing a laugh-fest you really don't want to miss.

This show welcomes everyone to enjoy a great night out with comedy that's power-packed, high-energy and hysterical.

ComedySportz DFW To Have Two Shows on New Year's Eve

Tue, 27 Dec 2005 14:29:44 -0500

Dallas TX - ComedySportz DFW will have two shows on New Year's Eve at 8pm and 10pm. ComedySportz is always fast paced, hilarious, and totally clean. Any age can come see the show. They are the only show where you can bring your date, your Mom or your kids and not be worried about anything said or done. ComedySportz does recommend that if you are on a date, you don't bring your Mom, but the point is you could! Where else can three generations see a show without all the stuff your Mom would send you to your room for?

The show is $25 for general admission and $18 for kids under 12. The price includes the show, a lite hors d'ouvre buffet, party favors, a soda, a sparkling cider toast, and a pass to come back to see a future show in 2006!

ComedySportz will be playing at the historic Stone Cottage Theatre in Addison, located at 15650 Addison Road, Addison, TX 75001. These shows always fill up, so make your reservations early!

George Sarris Joins The Laugh Factory

Fri, 23 Dec 2005 05:46:18 -0500

Dec, 5, 2005 (NEW YORK CITY) - For a quarter century the World Famous Laugh Factory has been a benchmark for entertainment in Los Angeles. The Laugh Factory NY is proud to announce George Sarris has come on board to help run the number one comedy clubs in the country ("USA Today"). Mr. Sarris is the Executive Producer of The NYC Underground Comedy Festival TM "Officially Endorsed by Mayor Micheal Bloomberg"

A BLACK GUY, A WHITE GUY AND A MEXICAN WALK INTO A BAR

Tue, 13 Dec 2005 14:30:45 -0500

LOS ANGELES, CA - A Black Guy, A White Guy and A Mexican Walk Into a Bar is a nationally touring stand-up comedy event featuring three stand-up comedians come home to Dallas, TX for the first time Thursday, December 22. NBC Universals newest talent acquisition, Los Angeles based Marvin Michaels, New York City based Jason James and Jerry Roacha touch on topics ranging from Affirmative Action, Hurricane Katrina to open borders; nothing is off limits. Widely acclaimed as a breakthrough in stand-up comedy, the show offers not only stand-up but incorporates improv and sketch with one, two or all three of the comedians on stage at the same time. Their credits range from The Travel Channel, BET Comic View, SiTV, ComiXspotlight, New York Underground Comedy Festival, Calgary Comedy Festival (Best of the Fest), clubs and colleges across the United States, Canada and as far away as London, England. All three performers have proven their crossover appeal. As comedy clubs are offering showcases targeting specific ethnic profiles, these three comedians are challenging the notion that Latinos should all Jam at the same time, Christians are unable to laugh with Pagans in the room or that black audiences are only interested in the urban point of view on a chocolate night. Regardless of ethnic background; honest, authentic and original writing crosses cultural divides. When asked why they decided to take on such racially charged topics, Jason James said, Stand-up comedy has the undeniable power to bring people from different backgrounds, religions and cultures together. Our goal is take that to a new, challenging level. Produced by John Crosby Management of Los Angeles, the tour will be visiting comedy clubs, colleges and theaters across the country in 2006. For additional information or to schedule interviews please contact us at (818) 679-6721 or via e-mail william@ johncrosbymanagement.com.

Richard Pryor leaves Comedy Legacy at Age 65

Mon, 12 Dec 2005 00:12:12 -0500

Comedian Richard Pryor died Saturday, December 10, 2005. The cause cardiac arrest. Pryor had been in ill-health for years, having been diagnosed with the Multiple Sclerosis in 1986. Pryor's comedy broke ground with social commentary that continually crossed lines. His comedy made people re-evaluate stereo-types and social prejudices.

Comedy! - Sadiki Fuller and Mustard Man Dec 20th in Seatle

Sun, 11 Dec 2005 10:52:30 -0500

Houston, TX - Native Houstonian Sadiki Fuller comes to Seattle, at Goldie's on 45th. Joined with Mark "The Mustard Man" Kikel, this comedy duo is ripping up comedy clubs all over the west coast! Fuller is a finalist in the 2005 Seattle International Comedy Competition, and "The Mustard Man" has been seen on The Tonight Show, and Steve Harvey's Big Time Challenge.

Don't miss the show at Goldie's on 45th located at 2121 N. 45th in Seattle Washington, December 20, 2005, at 8:00pm. Tickets are just $7.00

Backdoor Comedy Presents New Year's Eve Special Event

Sat, 10 Dec 2005 07:27:43 -0500

DALLAS TX -- You'll laugh. You'll wear a funny hat. You'll drink champagne. And if you're really lucky, you will kiss the person next to you.

Start the New Year with a laugh at Backdoor Comedy located at 2613 Ross Ave. in downtown Dallas. Voted "Best Comedy Club" by D Magazine, The Backdoor presents a New Year's Eve comedy extravaganza with headliner Paul Varghese from NBC's Last Comic Standing 2, Joe Fox from BET's Comic View, Emmy award-winning comedienne/filmmaker Linda Stogner and other Backdoor Comedy favorites, including Jan Norton, Tony Ybarra and Aaron Aryanpur. The comedy club will provide two shows that evening, an early show starting at 8pm and the late show at 10:30pm.

Headliner Paul Varghese is one of the hottest young comics in the country. A semi-finalist in the second season of NBC's Last Comic Standing, he has appeared at the premiere clubs in Los Angeles and New York City, and in the major cities around the country. A favorite in North Texas, he frequently headlines at the Addison Improv.

After entertaining the troops stationed abroad, Joe Fox returns home to Dallas for the New Year's Eve shows at the Backdoor. He has appeared on the last two season's of BET's Comic View and performs regularly around the country and overseas.

Linda Stogner has appeared on Joan River's Funniest Woman in America Comedy Special and was a finalist in the 2002 Las Vegas Comedy Festival. She also appeared on the Emmy award-winning national PBS series, Life 360, where she wrote, directed, produced and starred in the award winning short film, "Adopted." Stogner won a Gracie Award for the comedy special "Onstage at the Backdoor," and received a regional Emmy for "Turtle Cinema," which is now the successful Internet series, Turtle TV.

The New Year's Eve special event will also spotlight some of the best local comics in the metro-plex including comedienne/actress Jan Norton, seen recently in the independent film, Bit Parts; plus, up and coming comic, Tony Ybarra and Dallas favorite, Aaron Aryanpur.

Tickets for the early show are $20 per person and tickets for the late show are $45 per person. The celebrants at the second show will receive the comedy show, a free pass to a future show, party favors, black-eyed peas and a champagne toast at midnight with the New Year's Eve countdown. Tickets can be purchased in advance by phone at anytime now through December, or at the club on show nights, Thursday, Friday and Saturday after 8:30pm. To purchase tickets for New Year's Eve or for more information, please call (214) 328-4444

CD: "You Can't Get Into Heaven Treating People Like Crap!"

Sun, 4 Dec 2005 11:07:21 -0500

Grandview MO - Robert Louden announced the release of his album, "You Can't Get Into Heaven Treating People Like Crap!" a collection of comedy and social commentary performances. Robert Louden takes on social norms, historical prejudices, injustices and stigmas in America. Lightly sprinkled with comic commentary, Robert shares his views on life, race, politics, economics and sex on social issues in the tradition of other comic social commentators. Audio clips and streaming audio from the CD are available online at http://www.RobertLouden.com. This 12-year-comedy-veteran packs his CD with a mix of social commentary and jokes. Be warned, "You Can't Get Into Heaven Treating People Like Crap" is not G-rated comedy or light listening. Robert will make you think. A big part of this CD is spoken commentary containing very real solutions for poverty, how Rob videotaped the police to stay out of jail, and other plans to save the world.

The Laugh Pack of Comedy Show!

Sat, 3 Dec 2005 13:03:02 -0500

Las Vegas NV - TheLaughCorner.com and Krave Lounge have teamed up for The Laugh Corner LIVE! The Laugh Pack of Comedy Show!

The show will take place on December 28th at the Krave Lounge inside the Aladdin Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV. The doors will open at 8:00pm and the show will begin at 9:00pm.

The Laugh Corner LIVE! The Laugh Pack of Comedy Show! will be hosted by The Laugh Corner's creative director Jason "Van Urkel" Dinant. The Laugh Pack of Comedy is: Jason Dinant, Mel Aubert (pronounced Oh-Bear), Dave Russo and Honour Pillow.

The show will feature stand up routines from each member of The Laugh Pack as well as improv skits. The improv skits will include all members of The Laugh Pack as well as up & comers including Shereas Spencer and Alissa Lee.

Join TheLaughCorner.com and Krave Lounge on Wed, December 28th for an evening of fun and laughter as we celebrate the launch of The Laugh Corner LIVE! The Laugh Pack of Comedy Show!

TheLaughCorner.com Launch

Sat, 3 Dec 2005 04:12:11 -0500

Las Vegas - TheLaughCorner.com Launch Party took place on November 18, 2005 at the ICE night club in Las Vegas. The event was a benefit for AIDS outreach & prevention programs of AFAN (Aid for AIDS of NV).

TheLaughCorner.com is the all new all comedy website that features interviews with some of today's top comics, original comedy skits, show reviews and more. The launch party celebrated the launch of the site as well as the comedy weekend in Las Vegas. VIPs at the party included: comedians - Dave Russo (The Entertainer!), Marcus Weiss (Blue Man Group), Mel Aubert, Rob Brackenridge, Honour Pillow, as well as Yvette Brown (Who Wants to Be a Hilton), Delisco (The Entertainer!) and David Rosen (SONY music).

The evening was filled with fun and laughter. At midnight the event goers were treated to a magic show by Las Vegas illusionist Nick Comis. Everyone enjoyed themselves and the event was a success. The Laugh Corner would like to thank the sponsors for the event: ICE night club, Havana Honey's Cigars and Vegas Club Scene. Visit The Laugh Corner online at: http://www.TheLaughCorner.com

New York National Comedy Theatre Presents New Year's Eve Spectacular

Sat, 3 Dec 2005 04:06:58 -0500

New York, NY - The National Comedy Theatre will present its NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECTACULAR on Saturday, December 31st, beginning at 9:30 p.m. In addition to the regular performance, there will be catered food, and an after-show party with the cast, culminating in a countdown to the New Year. After performing nearly two decades on the west coast, the National Comedy Theatre has expanded and built a brand new spectacular theatre in the midtown theatre arts district in Manhattan to house their critically acclaimed improvisational comedy show. Similar in style to Drew Carey's "Whose Line is it Anyway," the National Comedy Theatre (NCT) is a high-octane improvisational comedy show based completely on audience suggestions. The show has received national acclaim and is appropriate for all audiences. "Hilarious scenarios! Keeps the laughter flowing" New York WHERE Magazine "INGENIOUS! FUNNY! You have to see it!"- San Jose Mercury News "Exhilirating to watch! Hilarious! A raucous GOOD TIME!- Santa Barbara Independent Tickets for the New Year's show are $69. Reservations may be made online at http://www.manhattancomedy.com, or by calling the business office at 212-629-5202.

Sitcoms Are Back on NBC

Fri, 2 Dec 2005 11:51:56 -0500

Dallas - In an effort to boost Thursday night ratings Matt LeBlanc's "Joey" and Donald Trump's "The Apprentice," are being moved out of Thursday-nights on NBC to make room for a reorganized comedy evening. The new schedule will have Will & Grace moving to 8 p.m. from 8:30, followed by "Four Kings", "Earl" and "The Office" back to back on Thursdays, followed by "ER." The schedule goes into effect Jan. 2.

LAUGH FACTORY ANNOUNCES EBAY WINNER!

Fri, 25 Nov 2005 20:40:33 -0500

LAUGH FACTORY, EBAY, RED CROSS, AND JON LOVITZ MAKE COMEDY DREAM A REALITY!

WITNESS HISTORY LIVE AS TOP EBAY BIDDER PERFORMS WITH LOVITZ ON NOVEMBER 30th!

The World Famous Laugh Factory made history last month by becoming the world's first comedy club to auction off a comedy spot on eBay. The winning bid came in at $7,600, and one-hundred percent of all proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross for global victims of all this year's natural disasters (i.e., Hurricane Katrina).

Our highest eBay bidder, Mark Moseley, offered $7,600 and secured himself a ten-minute set with Jon Lovitz during his weekly show at Laugh Factory in Hollywood on Wednesday, November 30, 2005. Moseley, one of the stars of Disney's MULAN 2, is a stand-up comic and actor who has appeared in movies such as SHREK 2, and TV shows including FATHER OF THE PRIDE. Mark also appears in the new video game hit TRUE CRIME-NEW YORK CITY.
Jon Lovitz adds: "I think the important thing is to recognize Mark Moseley's extreme generosity in donating $7,600 to help hurricane victims, and I really hope he has a great show." Mark is excited to be working to help Katrina victims. Says Mark, "I grew up down there and worked in radio along the Gulf Coast, including in New Orleans, where I lived for two years. I have a lot of love for that area. This money will help a lot of folks who are still hurting."
Moseley's performance will also be seen at www.laughfactory.com

Laugh Factory V.P. of Business Development Shawn Ullman explains, "The Laugh Factory and owner Jamie Masada have always been extremely charitable with donations and community outreach, but now with the merging of the tech market and entertainment industries, we are the first comedy club in history to auction off stage time and broadcast the winner's performance online. We are delighted to make this generous contribution in such a groundbreaking way!"

Winner: Mark Moseley
Winning eBay Bid: $7,600
Performance date: Wednesday, November 30, 2005, 8 p.m.
Location:Laugh Factory, 8001 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood
Reservations/info: 323-656-1336 x1

Wannabes Wednesday's Canceled Indefinately

Thu, 17 Nov 2005 15:14:25 -0500

Richardson, TX - Wannabes Wednesdays hosted by popular Wizards Sports Cafe in Dallas suburb of Richardson Texas has been canceled. In a developing story, show promoter and comedian Angela Ice issued the following statement. "Sorry to announce the cancellation of the Open Mic. It was fun while it lasted." Apparently last night's comedy crossed a line for the management and patrons of Wizards. Angela said that management pointed to "crude and vulgar humor" as a reason for the closure!" As Angela noted, "management made the ultimate decision to cancel the show." in reaction to complaints from patrons. It was an understandable financial decision, from managements viewpoint, when hard core comedy sets by a few comedians are a mis-matched for venue patrons. On a positive note, Angela indicated that they might be open to re-starting sometime in the future when they can be assured of relatively clean comedy acts!.

Angela Ice and Laura Cole worked hard to bring Dallas comedians a quality venue at Wizards so it was understandable to hear that she was very disappointed in the out-come. As she put it, "I am really sorry it didn't last longer."

Thanks from The NYC Underground Comedy Festival

Thu, 17 Nov 2005 11:00:36 -0500

New York NY - Today, George Sarris, Executive Producer, "New York City Underground Comedy Festival" issued a special thanks on behalf of the entire New York City Underground Comedy Festival staff. "We wanted to offer our deepest and most sincere thanks. Thank you to all those who attended and participated in The 2005 NYC Underground Comedy Festival. Officially backed by Mayor Bloomberg as "The Biggest Comedy Festival in the History of The City of New York". A special thanks to all the industry: CBS, NBC, ABC, HBO, Comedy Central, VH-1 and Nickelodeon. Also, much gratitude to all the casting directors, producers,managers and agents who supported us. The NYUCF is extremely appreciative of all the media, including coverage from "The Today Show," "CBS Early Show," New York Magazine and Time Out NY. And a very special thanks to our new broadband partner who shares our vision of turning The NYUCF into the first global comedy festival. Our partnership allows us to reach a worldwide audience, paving the way people receive comedy in the digital age. Plans are already in the works for the 2006 NYUCF.

Winter Radio Theater Returns to Harrisburg

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 13:19:52 -0500

Harrisburg PA - What if George Bailey hadn't lived to take over the old Bailey Savings & Loan? Would Mr. Potter have been visited by George's ghost - and maybe even three spirits? And what does Martha Stewart have to do with any of this? Find out when the Not Ready for Drive Time Players present a twin bill of adult-themed entertainment on Monday, December 5th at 7 P.M. at the Appalachian Brewing Company, 50 North Cameron Street in Harrisburg.

Highlighting the evening: a reprise of last year's successful IT'S A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS CAROL, a grand collision of two of the world's most beloved holiday stories, adapted from a radio spoof which originally aired on 93.5 WTPA-FM on Christmas Eve 2003. Added to the line-up this year is the new spoof, DEEP INSIDE OZ, a bawdy romp that merges the worlds of Star Wars and The Wizard of Oz.

Both plays will be staged the old-fashioned radio way with no props, no costumes and live sound effects, and performed by a cast of local on-air and non on-air radio talent.

Admission is $5.00 at the door, plus the donation of at least one non-perishable food item (optional). Proceeds will benefit local food drives. Both shows conceived and written by Randy Gross. Caution: these shows are for mature audiences only. Rated R for adult situations and language.

"No Excuses" Comedy DVD Released by Taffi

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 09:15:51 -0500

MeLissa Carruthers Wilson aka comedian "Taffi" releases "No Excuses" a new comedy DVD from Millinium Music Events, promoted as "Somin' good to watch when ya jus feel like being entertained..." Check out the web site.

Comedian Kelly Moran Dies

Tue, 15 Nov 2005 10:07:10 -0500

by Brent Dawson

"I learned that comedian Kelly Moran died a few weeks ago. I did not know him well, that is to say, I had a handful of conversations with him. Kelly was part owner of the Amarillo Comedy Club and a national headliner with some 20 years of experience. Most of you won't recognize his name, because he was one of the hundreds of talented road comics who never scored a spot on Letterman or Comedy Central. He worked the road doing what he loved and doing it well.

While I have always had a love of stand-up comedy, it was conversations with Kelly that opened my heart to the life of comedy that occurs everyday on stages all across the country beyond the canned sets that are seen on TV. He introduced me to comics like Jim Holder, Chris Cannon, Carl Labove, Bengt Washburn, etc. To comics that really do the work to keep the art form authentic and real. These conversations sparked an addiction within me that could only be satisfied by driving out to the club and seeing one of these comics. These conversations sparked an addiction that could only be satisfied by getting on stage and pursuing this drug for myself. It was at the Amarillo Comedy Club that I first committed to doing comedy seriously and it was Kelly who challenged me to do so.

While he had no reason to do so, he always remembered my name and always remembered where our last conversation ended and was ready to continue on with a fresh new perspective. So it was a blow to my heart to read two days ago on Doug Stanhope's website, that Kelly had passed away on October 25, one day shy of his 47th birthday. The Amarillo Globe News offered no details, simply that he did not wake up.

Kelly, I never took the time to tell you, but I appreciate your generous spirit. You have opened more doors for me than you will ever know and it is a debt that I can never repay. Thank you. I raise a glass to one of the great road comics I've ever seen and more importantly one of the great human beings I've ever met. I'll miss you. Good bye."

A special thanks from Comedy Newswire for this contribution from one of the major rising stars in stand-up comedy, Brent Dawson.

Holiday Freddy Soto Benefit November 16th

Thu, 10 Nov 2005 23:49:31 -0500

Los Angeles CA - Next Wednesday - Nov. 16th. the world famous Laugh Factory and Comedy Community Join Together to Celebrate the Life of Freddy Soto. Comedians move forward with plans to bring holiday cheer to family of late comic Freddy Soto

The World Famous Laugh Factory is hosting a benefit Wednesday, November 16th to raise funds for Cory and Cruz Soto, the widow and three-year old daughter of recently-deceased stand-up comedian Freddy Soto.

Soto died in his sleep of heart failure on July 10, 2005 at the age of 35. Only one night before, Freddy triumphantly left the stage of Laugh Factory in Hollywood to a raucous, standing ovation. Freddy struggled and moved up the ranks of show business for 14 years, and although he was on the brink of major stardom, like many other comedians, he had no insurance.

Freddy was known for imitating his family in a loving way and he had universal appeal. His credits included THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO, THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH CRAIG KILBORN, HBO's COMEDY MINUTOS, Comedy Centrals PREMIUM BLEND, Showtime's LATINO LAUGH FESTIVAL, the Aspen Comedy Festival, and several films including Adam Sandlers SPANGLISH. Hispanic Magazine rated him one of the Top 10 Latino Comedians.

Comics participating in the Laugh Factorys November 16th benefit include: Bob Saget, Jon Lovitz, Carlos Mencia, Paul Rodriguez, Dane Cook, Joe Rogan, and others to be announced soon.

There will be 2 benefit performances on Wednesday, November 16th -- at 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

The minimum donation per person is $25, or $35 for VIP tickets. All proceeds will be donated to the Soto Family Fund.

Reservations recommended. Please visit www.laughfactory.com or call 323-656-1336 x1 for reservations/information.

Jesse Pangeinan Benefit, San Antonio November 14th

Thu, 10 Nov 2005 13:26:42 -0500

San Antonio TX - Support a comedy legend, Monday, November 14th, when top comedians come together in a benefit for one of comedy's favorite sons, Jesse Pangelinan at the River Center Comedy Club in San Antonio. Scheduled to appear are Cleto Rodriguez, Matt Golightly, Jay LaFarr, Richard Trevino, Ceasar Cervantes and a host of others. Fans and comedians have a chance to make a difference in Jesse's fight against complications from Diabetes. It's going to be a fun show when all the stars come out! Sponsors include Sugars Men's Club and "That's the Ticket Defensive Driving School".. Tickets are just $10, proceeds will benefit Jesse and the American Diabetes Association. Call 210-229-1420 for more information

Go for Zucker

Tue, 8 Nov 2005 18:53:27 -0500

German-Jewish Comedy Sensation Comes to the States in December!

"Go for Zucker!" dominated this year's German Film Prizes, earning best picture, best actor (for Henry H'chen), best direction and best screenplay honors among its six wins. Produced by X-Filme, the company responsible for such blockbusters as "Good Bye, Lenin!" and "Run, Lola, Run," the film debuted in Germany on January 6. As a box office hit, the film has generated substantial interest not only because of its unique pedigree as a film about a comically dysfunctional Jewish family made by a Jewish director in Germany, but because the film's story about two brother's separated for decades by the Berlin Wall has proved to be a powerful metaphor for the cultural and social estrangement Jews and Germans have been grappling with since the Holocaust.

Based on the success of Zucker, the director has been given production funding for his next project, a comedy about Hitler, which he shoots in January 2006. The audacious Jewish director states he wants to kill Hitler with comedy. "Go for Zucker" opens in the US in December. For more information visit First Run Features, http://www.firstrunfeatures.com.

Brandon Enriquez Wins Dallas' Funniest Person Contest

Sat, 5 Nov 2005 23:53:59 -0500

Dallas TX - Brandon Enriquez as comedic personality "Yarko" was pronounced Dallas' Funniest Person for 2005 with one of the most original stand-up sets on any stage. The West End Comedy Theatre in downtown Dallas was host to this year's competition. Dustin Ybarra delivered a creative, high energy set taking 2nd.
Brent Dawson earned 3rd with a clever appeal for revolution, another strong comedy set. In a tough comedy competition that had a packed house in stitches, five top Dallas finalists took the stage delivering quality sets across the board. There were no losers in this competition, just not enough trophies. Correy Sutton and Tom Davenport completed the group of five finalists that earned their way to the top in preliminary rounds. Hosted by the clever Dixon Wiles with his topical quick quips that could give a fast case of verbal whiplash, the show and competition was a resounding success. Organized by Jenn Hoff and backed by the West End Comedy Theatre, the competition drew Dallas' up and coming stand-up talent in a series of showcase competitions.

ComedySportz DFW Now Playing in Addison, TX

Fri, 4 Nov 2005 12:04:46 -0500

Addison TX - ComedySportz will be playing in Addison, TX on Friday and Saturday night, November 4th and 5th, 2005. They will be bringing their hilarious brand of comedy to the Stone Cottage Theatre located at 15650 Addison road in Addison, TX 75001. The Stone Cottage Theatre is a historic building that is part of the Addison Conference and Theatre Complex. A beautiful area with plenty of free parking and great restaurants, the Stone Cottage offers an intimate and fun place for ComedySportz to play.

For reservations or more information, please call 214-521-5233.

Addison Improv Another Great Night of All Star Comedy

Thu, 3 Nov 2005 23:15:16 -0500

Dallas TX - It was the Addison Improv where Jason Kanter hosted, Rob Cantrell featured with a guest spot by Craig Gass and Sean Rouse headlined in a packed house. It was like watching 4 headliners. Nice to see a series of four comedians hit the stage with so much talent. Makes me want to try it again Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For complete reviews of each comedian watch http://www.comedycritic.com

WIN GEORGE CARLIN AUTOGRAPHED POSTER FROM THE LAUGH FACTORY

Tue, 1 Nov 2005 11:49:54 -0500

The World Famous Laugh Factory is celebrating George Carlin's 13th HBO comedy special by giving you the chance to win a poster personally-signed by George Carlin--the icon of counterculture humor. Carlin's new special, LIFE IS WORTH LOSING, is a parody on life, death and suicide.

See it live on HBO Saturday, November 5th 10:00PM ET/PT.

Laugh Factory invites you to send us a humorous, 250-word or less, George Carlin-esque tirade on the topic of your choice. Two winners will each receive one poster personally-autographed by George Carlin, AND will have their winning tirades published on the Laugh Factory Blog.

Don't miss this fun and unique opportunity to own exclusive memorabilia from this American stand-up comedy legend!CONTEST ENDS: Saturday, November 5th 12:00 Noon PT WEB LINK: http://www.laughfactory.com/carlin EMAIL SUBMISSIONS TO: marc@laughfactory.com

Dallas Funniest Person Contest Update

Mon, 17 Oct 2005 12:16:03 -0500

Dallas TX - Chosen from a field of 15 live comedy performances at the West End Comedy Theatre in Dallas last Wednesday, the list of semifinalists grew by an unexpected 5 names. Scheduled to pick just 4 the judges had a tie and a fifth comedian was selected. In the second round of the Dallas Funniest Person Contest the comedians that passed through were were Bryce Richardson, Billy McFarlin, Brent Dawson, Tom Davenport and Dustin Ybarra. The competition was strong and the performances even stronger. The group played to a packed house hosted by Dixon Wiles. The next round is this coming Wednesday when another group is scheduled to complete for the finals at the West End Comedy Theatre in downtown Dallas. Tickets available at the door, just $5

Ever Wanted to Be Heard Around the World?

Wed, 12 Oct 2005 16:42:09 -0500

Hollywood CA - The World Famous Laugh Factory is breaking out all over cyberspace - and will now auction off the world's first ever comedy spot to be sold on eBay. One-hundred percent of all proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross for global victims of all this year's natural disasters (hurricanes, earthquakes, etc.)

There are many ways to be heard or seen around the world, but now Laugh Factory offers an exciting, innovative, and charitable way to get yourself in the spotlight. You can now follow in the footsteps of Richard Pryor, Chris Rock, Adam Sandler, Dave Chappelle, Robin Williams, Dane Cook, Jerry Seinfeld, and many others.

We are giving the highest eBay bidder a ten-minute set with Jon Lovitz during his weekly show at the World Famous Laugh Factory on Hollywood's legendary Sunset Strip. And you will be seen at http://www.laughfactory.com

Brian Malow - Not Available in Stores! Hits Dallas

Mon, 10 Oct 2005 22:22:03 -0500

Dallas TX - Standup Tragedian Brian Malow (a Texan living in San Francisco) brings his one-man show to the Addison Improv, one night only, Wednesday. October 12th, at 8:30pm. Brian tells the story of his parents' heart attacks, strokes, and memory problems - exploring how we deal with tragedy in our lives - the things we turn to for support (friends, family, television and other drugs) - and how we come through it with our optimism and sense of humor somewhat intact. The show features multimedia - video, slides, and sound effects. In fact, it's structured like a television program, including commercial breaks. Television becomes a prime target for Brian's satire, as does that guy in the White House. Comedy and Tragedy, all in one night. For more info, visit the Brian's web site at http://www.butseriously.com. For ticket information visit the Improv website at http://www.improvclubs.com Tickets: $12 Addison Improv at 4980 Beltline Road in Dallas, Texas. 972-404-8501

Comedy Benefit in Atlanta October 14th

Fri, 7 Oct 2005 23:26:25 -0500

Atlanta GA - If you're in Atlanta and want to laugh why not contribute to aworthy cause. Come To Us Play on Barrett Parkway in Kennesaw Georgia on October 14th at 7:30pm to COMEDY FOR A CAUSE! We're doing a comedy show to support Dreammakers for Disabled Children! Comed see and hear and drink and be entertained. Roy Clark will be doing 30 mins and Ronnie Simmons and Diane Linke will be doing comedy also. Call 678-777-5071 or 678-398-6693 for tickets and/or info.

Coming to the Gospel Stage Funniest Comedian Contest

Tue, 6 Sep 2005 13:36:25 -0500

Columbus OH - So you think your funny? Well prove it! Audition for the "Coming to the Gospel Stage" Funniest Comedian Contest Friday October 28, 2005 at 7:00 PM King Arts Complex in Columbus, Ohio. In conjunction with the upcoming "Laughalujah Comedy Experience," Allen & Allen, LLC and AAGSE are conducting the "Coming to the Gospel Stage" Funniest Comedian Contest to discover the funniest person in Columbus, Ohio! The winner will be given the opportunity to perform "LIVE" alongside professional comedians at the Laughalujah Concert on Saturday, November 19, 2005. For more information contact: Tamara R. Allen (614) 221-3446 ext. 127 or email at: tallen@mtolivetbaptist-oh.org

L. A. Hardy appearing at Loony Bin, Wichita Oct 4-9

Mon, 5 Sep 2005 00:13:16 -0500

Wichita KS - L.A.Hardy is appearing at the Loony Bin comedy club beginning October 4th thru the 9th. He has been seen on "According to Jim", BET's "Comicview", and national commercials for the NFL, Sears, and Capitol One. You may also recognize him from his appearance as the mailman in the Bowling For Soup music video "1985". L.A. has also performed for the U.S. Dept of Defense in Iraq and Afghanistan......see him live in Wichita, KS in October.

Do You Have A Seasoned Act? Are You Really Funny?

Mon, 5 Sep 2005 00:07:08 -0500

Houston TX - If you are a seasoned comedy act, you could become a permanent fixture on our worldwide satellite television network! Our company is looking to cast 80 or more comedy performers to showcase their comedy performance each month. The fee is $1,200 each month. Interested? Send your audition tape to: Comedy Nation, P O Box 1326, Alief, Texas 77411-1326. No tape will be returned.

ComedySportz Dallas to Play at the Pocket

Mon, 5 Sep 2005 00:01:06 -0500

Dallas TX - ComedySportz will play a one night only show at the Pocket Sandwich Theatre on Wednesday, October 5th at 7:30. ComedySportz is a 21 year old organization that has always made use of funny rather than foul. The Pocket Sandwich Theatre is a Dallas landmark, home to many Dallas/Ft.Worth writers and actors. And now the Pocket will be host of the popular ComedySportz show! Call 214-821-1860 for reservations.

Tom Wilson at the Addison Improv

Sun, 2 Oct 2005 23:36:13 -0500

Dallas TX - Read the latest Comedy Critic reviews at http://www.ComedyCritic.com from the Addison Improv where the show included Tom Wilson, Paul Varghese, Anthony Perez and Denzel Snipes.

Reverend Offers Tips for a Miserable Marriage

Thu, 29 Sep 2005 18:58:11 -0500

New York, NY - With the divorce rate at all time high in America, a happy marriage is now thought of as a dysfunctional one. If you wake up in the morning next to your spouse and feel joy, chances are you are suffering from this ailment. The Reverend Bob Levy, who's been preaching across America since 1985, is a self-proclaimed expert on how men can make their marriage miserable and bring them back into the social norm.

Reverend Bob Levy is not only divorced but, regarded as one of the funniest comedians in America today. He will be headlining an all-star cast of performers from the Howard Stern Show (featuring Sal "The Stockbroker," Jim Florentine, Richard Christy, Craig Gass, and Dan "The Song Parody Man") at the 2005 New York City Underground Comedy Festival.

Officially recognized by Mayor Mike Bloomberg, the NYCUCF will take place Oct. 2-10 2005. It will feature over 336 comedy related events from stand up showcases to writing / comedy workshops which take place in 75 locations across all five boroughs of NY. Due to its growing popularity, this year the festival expands into New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. For more information or for tickets, visit the web site or call (212) 265-5510.

Say the Word: Says Who?

Thu, 29 Sep 2005 18:52:58 -0500

Los Angeles CA - Say The Word's "What!?" Festival continues Friday, October 21st with "Says Who?" - Beth Lapides, John Riggi ("The Comeback"), Liz Warner ("Ditched by Dr. Right"), Jordan Brady ("Dill Scallion") & Kevin Rooney ("Politically Incorrect") turn their attention to authority, rebellion, hearing loss, and famous quotations at the Skirball Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Show starts at 8pm, doors open at 7, Tickets $8-15. Call 866-468-3399 or http://www.ticketweb.com

Beth Lapides' Comedy at the UN-CABARET!

Thu, 29 Sep 2005 18:39:24 -0500

Los Angeles CA - Saturday, Oct. 15 the UN-CABARET hosts One-of-a-kind stories & stand-up from Beth Lapides, Patton Oswalt, Kevin Nealon & Laura Kightlinger. Un-Cabaret at M-Bar, 1253 N. Vine. Show starts at 8pm, doors open at 7 for drinks & dinner. Tickets $10, call 323-993-3305 or http://www.uncabaret.com

NYC Underground Comedy Festival Will Host Over 13 Katrina Relief Fundraisers the Night of October 10th

Wed, 28 Sep 2005 22:32:23 -0500

Responding in the face of Hurricane Katrina's torrid aftermath, The New York City Underground Comedy Festival (backed by Mayor Mike Bloomberg) will hold over 13 Relief Fundraising shows on Oct. 10, 2005. Proceeds will go to the American Red Cross. Some of the comedy clubs that will be donating proceeds from their shows that night include: The NY Improv, Gotham Comedy Club, Laugh Lounge NYC, Comedy Village and The Improv Group "8 Is Never Enough" NYCUCF will also raise money for over 30 additional charities including "Operation: Uplink," an organization that helps our troops keep in contact with their families. So far, NYCUCF has raised over $20,000 for them.

Largest Comedy Festival in the History of New York Will Pay Tribute to Legendary Comedian Bill Hicks

Wed, 28 Sep 2005 18:55:03 -0500

New York NY - The New York City Underground Comedy Festival will honor legendary comedian Bill Hicks at a benefit show on Oct. 9 (8:30 pm) at the Laugh Factory in Times Square. The event titled "In The Spirit of Bill: A Tribute to Bill Hicks," produced by Luchia, will feature rare stage footage of Hicks (projected on a 6 x 8 foot wide screen) along with live performances by Jesse Joyce, Luchia, John Morrison, Dave Baldwin, Alan Cox & Jim Mendrinos. With the blessing of the Hicks family, the first ever "Bill Hicks Spirit Award for Thought Provoking Comedy" will also be presented.

Admission to the show is $15 and all proceeds benefit The Bill Hicks Foundation for Wildlife Rehabilitation. For more information or for tickets, visit http://www.nycundergroundcomedy.com or call (212) 265-5510.

Round One Dallas' Funniest Person Contest

Fri, 23 Sep 2005 17:43:28 -0500

Dallas TX - Are you REALLY that funny? Let our panel of judges either validate or dash those dreams! Three winners will be selected to perform at the 2006 Dallas Comedy Festival. Hosted by Dixon Wiles, West End Comedy Theatre in downtown Dallas hosts Round One of Dallas' Funniest Person Contest, Wednesday, October, 5th at 8:00pm located at 603 Munger Street Ticket Office Phone - 214.880.9990 - Just $5.00

Ryan Stout Wins Boston Comedy Competition

Fri, 23 Sep 2005 06:55:36 -0500

San Francisco CA - Congratulations! San Francisco comedian, Ryan Stout (http://www.ryanstout.net), was awarded First Prize at the Sixth Annual Boston International Comedy & Film Festival that ran September 9-17th. 96 competitors took the mic for a chance at the $10,000 1st place prize. Second Place was Kevin Bozeman. Jennifer Grant took third. James P Connolly, Rob O'Reilly, Mike Green, Eric Schwartz, and Rich Aranovich rounded out the list of finalists. To book Ryan Stout, contact Neil Leiberman (The Comedy Coach - http://www.comedycoach.com/) toll free at 1-800-528-4465.

Ad-Libs Tour Hits Oklahoma City

Thu, 22 Sep 2005 08:35:08 -0500

Dallas TX - Ad-Libs Comedy Improv Troupe visits Oklahoma City September 30th at the Stage Center's Tolbert Theater for an 8pm show. Tickets $20-23 at the door 800- 754-0141 or visit the Ad-Libs web site.

FDNY Stand-up Comedy Fundraiser for Louisiana Firefighters

Sun, 18 Sep 2005 21:08:29 -0500

New York NY - Six funny NYC Firefighters perform stand up comedy at the Laugh Factory W42 and 8th Ave in New York City for the over 900 displaced Louisiana Firefighters. Show date is September 27th at 8pm $15 donation. For reservations call 212-586-7829.

Comedy Sportz Tackles Katrina Relief Benefit

Fri, 16 Sep 2005 11:31:40 -0500

Dallas TX - ComedySportz DFW, along with other ComedySportz locations around the globe, have scheduled a benefit show to support Katrina relief organizations. ComedySportz locations will give the proceeds to The Salvation Army! The Dallas show will be held at the Contemporary Theatre of Dallas, located at 5601 Sears St., on Sunday, September 25th at 7:30pm. Guest/celebrity judges to determine who wins the match and will include former Miss USA Shannon Marketic, Fox4 News Anchor Heather Hays, and Vice President of Talent Development for John Robert Powers, Brian Wall. Tickets are $20 for this event. No discounts will be available for this special show ComedySportz DFW is part the World Comedy League. A 21 year old international group of improvisers located around the world, all dedicated to making people laugh with hilarious, CLEAN humor. It's not comedy ABOUT sports; it's comedy AS a sport!ComedySportz DFW regularly plays on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 PM at the West End Comedy Theatre. In Dallas call 214-521-LAFF (5233) for details or contact your local ComedySportz location for the show in your area.

Rock Hall shuns "Weird Al" again; fans vow to fight on

Fri, 16 Sep 2005 05:56:21 -0500

Cleveland OH - According to Greg Method, organizer for The "Make the Rock Hall Weird" Campaign, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation have again turned their backs on, "Weird Al" Yankovic's successful career in rock parody. His fans have vowed to continue campaigning.

Hawaii International Comedy Festival

Fri, 16 Sep 2005 01:37:54 -0500

Hawaii - The 1st Annual Hawaii International Comedy Festival is now accepting submissions for comics who wish to participate in our 2 competitions. The Carnival Cruise Challenge winner will work aboard the Carnival Spirit. Our other competition will be for a chance to perform on The Late Show with David Letterman. In addition to the competitions, we're adding a Laff-a-thon, and more workshops specifcally for writers, and actual casting directors to teach you how to properly go through the audition process for television and movies.

Stand-Up For The Gulf Coast

Fri, 16 Sep 2005 01:30:17 -0500

Dallas, TX. " The Unusual Suspects, a group of Dallas-based stand-up comedians, will perform and all profits from the night's show will be donated to The American Red Cross fund for victims of Hurricane Katrina. Thursday, October 6 "Right now, people could use a good laugh. But for the people who were directly affected by this, what they need even more is money. We hope this show can provide plenty of both," said Johnny Elbow, show organizer and member of The Unusual Suspects. Reservations can be emailed to unusualsuspects@gmail.com The Unusual Suspects are Johnny Elbow, Shaun Arredondo, Josh Weatherspoon, Tom Devenport, Anthony Perez and Brad Meyers. Host is Bob Zak. Special guest is Sherry Belle. The Unusual Suspects play several venues, which includes the West End Comedy Theatre, the Backdoor Comedy Club, Poor David's Pub, and many more. For tickets call 817-938-7579. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. with showtime 8:00 pm at Dave & Busters,: Central Expressway at Walnut Hill. Tickets $10

Ron White in Dallas

Wed, 14 Sep 2005 15:42:55 -0500

Dallas TX - Ron White took the stage at the Addison Improv while in Dallas for four shows at the Majestic Theatre. He played to a sell-out audience at the Improv and received a standing ovation. Read all about it at http://www.ComedyCritic.com. For tour information and tickets visit http://www.tattersalad.com, Ron's web site.

Un-Cabaret's SAY THE WORD in L.A.!

Tue, 13 Sep 2005 18:37:34 -0500

Los Angeles CA - September 16 at the Skirball: 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Tickets $8-15: 866-468-3399 or ticketweb.com Traveling, impatience, and the dawning of the new age with Beth Lapides, Kevin Rooney, Jim Turner, Tami Sagher Gary Janetti and Jon Kinnally...

FOUND FOOTAGE FESTIVAL in L.A.!

Tue, 13 Sep 2005 18:36:23 -0500

Los Angeles CA -Found Footage Festival - 8pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sept. 22, 23, 24 at M-Bar: 1253 N. Vine. Reservations at 323-993-3305. This one-of-a-kind event features hilarious, disturbing, and ridiculous video footage found in garage sales, thrift stores, warehouses and dumpsters by Hosts & Curators Geoff Haas, Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher.

Donna Lee McBride comes to Chick Schtick Sept 19th

Tue, 13 Sep 2005 18:27:43 -0500

AUSTIN TX - Donna Lee McBride (DamnMama.com) comes to Austin's Capital City Comedy Club to participate in an all female line up titled, "Chick Schtick." Donna Lee McBride, creator of the DamnMama.com Movement, continues to book for her southern US tour as she performs Monday Night at 8pm in Austin, Texas. Tickets are $6 at the door. Limited Passes available at DamnMama.com

Stand-up's "Fantastic Four" Take the Stage

Thu, 8 Sep 2005 08:42:36 -0500

Dallas TX - Stand-up comedy's "Fantastic Four" to appear in Dallas. It's going to be the Addison Improv where doors open at 6:30pm for the 8:30pm show. Come hang out with stand-up comedians Dixon Wiles heard every Saturday on Live 105.3, and the boyz Robby Bowen, Shawn Halpin, and Marvin Michaels. This should be a great show. Don't miss it. Tickets available online.

Comedy Thursdays with Anastasia in Dallas

Thu, 8 Sep 2005 08:37:34 -0500

Dallas TX - Comedy Thursday's at Dave and Busters this week September 8th features Anastasia, Success, Black Larry and Ced Man in an action packed night of stand-up comedy. This is a line up of some of Dallas' best. Tickets $20 at the door.

Gary Gulman to Appear at the Hollywood Improv

Thu, 8 Sep 2005 08:34:41 -0500

Hollywood CA - Gary Gulman is scheduled to appear September 10th at the Hollywood Improv in two exciting stand-up comedy shows. Show times are 8:30 and 10:30pm. Gary recently released his first comedy CD to rave reviews. Contact the Improv for ticket information.

HBO Comedy Arts Festival Taping in Dallas

Thu, 8 Sep 2005 00:19:30 -0500

Dallas TX - The Improv in Addison played host to top area comedians as they taped 9 minute segments of their acts for submission for consideration to be included in the HBO Comedy Arts Festival later this year. The audience was treated to an all-star show with over 15 top comedians performing on a single stage including Charles Brochman, Gary Seinz, Rudy Rush, June Bug, Nanette Lee, Marvin Michaels, Dean Lewis, JR Brown, Sean Halpin, Dave Little, Dellis, Keith Terry, Paul Varghesse, Michael Prince and Chris Dodge.

No Cover - Katrina Donations

Wed, 7 Sep 2005 08:28:59 -0500

Los Angeles CA - The Comedy District in Los Angeles announced a suspension of all cover charges this week to be replaced by cash donation only for the victims of Katrina. In additiona The Comedy District will be donating 20% of all sales. Even if patrons are unable to donate at the door, 20% of the 2 drink minimum will go to help!!! The comedy schedule starts Thursday is at 9pm - Friday is at 8:30pm and Saturday is at 10:15pm. For more info, visit the Comedy District web site at www.thecomedydistrict.com.

"Hot 6" Comedians in Dallas Announced

Tue, 6 Sep 2005 09:57:17 -0500

Dallas TX - The "Hot 6" Comedians in Dallas for the week ending September 3rd were COREY SUTTON, BRYCE RICHARDSON, MS. VICKIE, JENN HOFF, VAN CORONA, and DAVE LITTLE.

Sari Karplus at the Hollywood Improv

Tue, 6 Sep 2005 06:45:00 -0500

Los Angeles CA - Sari Karplus to appear at the world famous Hollywood Improv before beginning a New York tour. Scheduled to appear Thursday, September 8th at 10:30pm Sari will share the stage with ANDY KINDLER, PAUL F. TOMPKINS, BLAINE CAPATCH, DAVE JUSKOW, plus schedule permitting, DAVID CROSS! Tickets are just $5 plus a 1 item minimum at The Improv located at 8162 Melrose Ave. in Los Angeles

UndergroundComedyStore.com Opens Online

Fri, 26 Aug 2005 11:27:50 -0500

Dallas TX - The Underground Comedy Store has opened online offering hard to find CD's, DVD's, autographed photos and other artist products including T-shirts and more.

Don Barnhart on Current TV

Tue, 23 Aug 2005 13:37:49 -0500

Los Angeles - Current TV's website is up and running featuring comedian/writer/director Don Barnhart's sketches from the The South Bay Boys.

Idiot Comic Records CD

Tue, 23 Aug 2005 13:22:51 -0500

Nathan Timmel announced the release of his CD titled "Nathan Timmel: An Idiot Speaks". The CD is available for purchase on his web site at http://www.timmeltime.com

Un-Cabaret ACLU Benefit in L.A.

Tue, 23 Aug 2005 12:41:52 -0500

Saturday, August 27-Uncabaret @ M-Bar. 8pm. Some of the deepest comic minds in the business take on some of the heaviest issues of the day in the funniest possible way.

New Jersey's Biggest New Comedy Club Is Ready To Crack'em Up

Tue, 23 Aug 2005 12:24:47 -0500

Woodbridge, NJ - In a serious world, we need more laughs, and that's just what the folks at J&J Comedy are giving Central and Northern Jersey. J & J Comedy presents The Comedy Shoppe in the Sheraton at Woodbridge Place every Saturday night with weekly shows taking place in Christie's Bar and Grille, and monthly headliner events taking place in the ballroom of the popular hotel complex.

"Shtickmen" Comedy DVD Release

Mon, 22 Aug 2005 10:20:53 -0500

Dallas - "Shtickmen - Dying is Easy... Comedy is Hard" the award winning theatrical comedy mockumentary is now available in DVD format online.

Dave Little Does the Improv

Wed, 17 Aug 2005 22:56:37 -0500

Dallas TX - It was Dallas' Dave Little in a one man show at the Addison Improv where he explored a variety of comic formats including stand-up, monologue and musical satire.

L. A. Hardy On The Road in Vegas

Fri, 12 Aug 2005 22:31:26 -0500

Las Vegas NV - Comedian L.A. Hardy will be hosting shows at the Harrah's Improv beginning Tuesday Aug 16th through the 21st.

Underground Lounge at the Improv

Wed, 10 Aug 2005 12:03:43 -0500

Hollywood CA - Thursday, August 11th at the Melrose Improv at: Greg Proops, Zach Galifianakis, Maria Bamford, Jasper Redd, Sari Karplus, Joe Wagner, Michelle Biloon, Jay Larson, Mishna Wolff, and Michael Loftus. Only $5 cover plus a one item minimum 10:30pm

Comedy Fundraiser for Freddy Soto Family in Dallas

Tue, 9 Aug 2005 20:55:52 -0500

Addison - In a night to remember, friends, comedians, industry leaders and media, shared an evening of fabulous comedy celebrating the life of friend, Freddy Soto in support of his wife Cory, and beautiful daughter, Cruz at the Addison Improv. Headliners returned to Dallas including Pablo Francisco, Ralphie May, Cleto Rodriguez, Gary Sagnz, Shawn Halpin, Christina Lopez, Flow Hernandez, and Jesse Pangelinan to share comedy, stories and video clips.

At 35, Freddy Soto was a rising comedy star that had just reached the edge of super star status crossing over to movies. A native Texan, Freddy was a comedian loved by other comedians as much as his own fans. Freddy Soto, known for always reaching out to help when needed would have been the first to lend a hand, always the amigo. Even the Improv wait-staff donated their hard earned tips in honor of the comedian that won their hearts and affection. Improv owners and management were generous supporters of the cause, spearheading promotional efforts, donating food, drink, facilities, and personal time to make a statement that will be remembered for years to come. Donations are still being accepted and very much appreciated on behalf of the Soto Family. Details available at http://www.FreddySoto.com.

Fundraiser for Comedy Day

Mon, 8 Aug 2005 15:19:50 -0500

Larkspur CA - Murphy Productions & Grace White Productions present:"Women Who Kick Comedy Butt" a Comedy Day Fundraiser, September 7th at 8:00 pm. Priority seating tickets $15 - in advance

World Comedy Network Consolidates Online

Mon, 8 Aug 2005 12:02:35 -0500

Dallas - Connected to over 2 million comedy fans through over 4000 cities, on 5 continents, using thousands of web sites and domains, the World Comedy Network seeks to become the first global communications network dedicated to comedy.

Frank Caliendo Show Review on Comedy Critic

Mon, 8 Aug 2005 11:57:26 -0500

Just released, the show review by Comedy Critic of the Frank Caliendo appearance at the Improv in Addison Texas.

More Comedy Reviews at the Comedy Critic

Mon, 8 Aug 2005 10:25:56 -0500

Dallas - The Comedy Critic has been writing again with additional comedy reviews from the recent Dallas Comedy Festival. Visit http://www.comedycritic.com for the latest releases.

Un-Cabaret in L.A.!

Fri, 5 Aug 2005 12:02:25 -0500

Hollywood - On August 19th join Beth Lapides and Taylor Negron, and on September 10th join Beth and Paul F. Tompkins for two nights of serious comedy. Un-Cabaret happens at M-Bar in Hollywood. Visit www.uncabaret.com

Spamalot Contest Launched!

Thu, 4 Aug 2005 19:14:35 -0500

Win a trip for two to New York City to see "Spamalot". The "Video That Goes Like This" contest has launched! Create a one minute long music video to one of the songs off of The Original Cast Recording of Spamalot to enter. The creator of the winning video, selected by online voters, will win a trip for two to New York City and tickets to see the hilarious Tony award winning musical Spamalot!!!

Yahoo Releases Audio Search

Thu, 4 Aug 2005 14:18:41 -0500

Sunnyvale CA - Yahoo has a new audio/video/image search capability operational at http://audio.search.yahoo.com/ offering comedians and other artists an opportunity to list audio and video files in Yahoo for public presentation. Submission details available at http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/submit.

The Other Network - Festival of the Best Un-aired TV Shows Ever Made!

Wed, 3 Aug 2005 09:21:27 -0500

Los Angeles - "The Other Network", features the new, inspired comedy pilot "Early Bird" by Rodney Rothman & Paul Feig plus "North Hollywood" by Judd Apatow and other great un-aired masterpieces from the archive on Saturday, August 13th.

Un-Cabaret Civil Rights Benefit in L.A.!

Wed, 3 Aug 2005 09:03:45 -0500

Los Angeles-Comedians Beth Lapides, Kevin Rooney, Rick Overton, Merrill Markoe, Henriette Mantel, Greg Fitzsimmons, and Sue Murphy take on the PATRIOT ACT, the SUPREME COURT, DISSENT, RELIGIOUS LIBERTY, DRUG POLICY, and other ACLU-ey topics. This show will be taped for a new ACLU documentary series.

Frank Caliendo at the Improv in Addison

Tue, 2 Aug 2005 09:21:19 -0500

Dallas - Frank Caliendo will appear at the Improv in Addison August 3rd through the 7th. Frank is best known for his John Madden impressions on MAD TV.

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