The Comedian 1923

Opened: March 13, 1923

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From La Jolla Playhouse to Broadway - A Brief History
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 24, 2024


Learn more about some of the Broadway productions that you may not have realized began their journey at La Jolla Playhouse! 

Video: Get A First Look at GROUCHO: A LIFE IN REVUE at Walnut Street Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Feb 26, 2024


Get a first look at an all-new trailer for GROUCHO:  A LIFE IN REVUE is now playing at Walnut Street Theatre.

Alex Edelman to Host The 39th Artios Awards New York Ceremony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024


Alex Edelman will host the New York ceremony for the 39th Artios Awards. Learn more about the awards ceremony and see who is nominated!

Photos: First Look at GROUCHO: A LIFE IN REVUE at Walnut Street Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024


GROUCHO:  A LIFE IN REVUE is now playing at Walnut Street Theatre. Check out all new photos here!

Wilton's Music Hall Reveals Summer 2024 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024


Wilton's Music Hall has revealed the lineup for its 2024 summer season. The season will kick off this June with The Sorcerer and will continue thorugh the end of the summer. Learn more about the lineup here!

Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Marx Brothers at Walnut Street Theatre with GROUCHO: A LIFE IN REVUE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2024


Celebrate the 100th anniversary of The Marx Brothers' historic three-month run at the Walnut with this hilarious and moving tribute to 'The Kings of Comedy.'

New Supernatural Horror Film FROM THE SHADOWS Starring Bruce Davison, Keith David & More Available on Vudu This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Get ready for the spine-chilling thrills of 'From The Shadows,' the new supernatural horror film starring Davison, Anduze, and David. Available to watch on Vudu beginning 10/6, this gripping movie will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out on the supernatural scares and chilling terror - stream 'From The Shadows' today!

Christopher Street West Association Announces Grand Marshals And Details For 2023 LA PRIDE PARADE & VILLAGE 
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2023


Christopher Street West Association (CSW) – the 501(c)3 nonprofit that has produced the iconic LA Pride celebration for more than 50 years – announces its trio of grand marshals to be celebrated at the LA Pride Parade on Sunday, June 11 taking place at its original historic location in Hollywood.

Broadway Buying Guide: May 8, 2023
by Team BWW - May 8, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, May 8, 2023.

BBC Audio Drama Awards 2023 Winners Announced
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 20, 2023


Actor, producer and director Martin Jarvis OBE (Just William, The Forsyte Saga, Eastenders, Doctor Who) has won the BBC Audio Drama award for Lifetime Achievement, presented at Broadcasting House’s Radio Theatre.

The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Film Festival To Offer 22 Movies During Final Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2023


'Experience the Magic of Cinema' is the slogan of a major new cultural event: The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Film Festival Presented by MorseLife—and movie fans can still enjoy 22 amazing screenings.

Emelin Theatre For The Performing Arts Announces Lineup for 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2023


Emelin Theatre For The Performing Arts has announced details for its upcoming 50th anniversary season.

Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos at Joe's Pub with The Skivvies & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2022


Joe’s Pub has announced upcoming shows fom October 18 - November 7. Join The Spooky Celebration With The Fourth Annual Bowery Boys Halloween Ghost Story Live Show, shows From Renee Goust & Epic Players, plus more. 

Comedians Announced for JOKES ON MAIN Comedy Series
by Marissa Tomeo - May 21, 2022


Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts (PTPA) announces a brand new edition of Jokes on Main, its comedy series featuring the Tri-State's funniest stand-up comedians, Steve Shaffer, John McClellan, Patty Rosborough & Rich Aronovitch on Friday, June 24 at 8:00pm. Some material may not be suitable for children. Lobby and bar concessions open at 7pm. Tickets are $30 plus fees. Save $5 per ticket when ordering 10 or more tickets - use code GROUP2022. Tickets can be purchased online anytime at PatchogueTheatre.org or at the Box Office, (631) 207-1313, 71 East Main Street in Patchogue. Advanced ticket purchase is strongly recommended. PTPA COVID-19 Restrictions have been lifted.

A Comedic Legend Returns To The Walnut In FRANK FERRANTE'S GROUCHO
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2022


For one show only, Frank Ferrante will perform his acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx in Frank Ferrante's Groucho.

Crossroads Comedy Theater Celebrates One Year Anniversary With Special Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2022


Crossroads Comedy Theater, home to some of Philadelphia's most recognized comedy shows and programs, such as Not Yet Rated and Study Hall, is celebrating its one year anniversary with a series of hilarious presentations throughout the late winter and early spring months. 

Crossroads Comedy Theater Celebrates One Year Anniversary With Special Valentine's Day, Philly Theatre Week, and Spring Programs
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2022


Crossroads Comedy Theater, home to some of Philadelphia's most recognized comedy shows and programs, such as Not Yet Rated and Study Hall, is celebrating its one year anniversary with a series of hilarious presentations throughout the late winter and early spring months.

AN EVENING WITH JIM DALE Announced At The Episcopal Actors' Guild
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2019


We are thrilled to announce that Tony Award winner, two-time Grammy Award winner and Academy Award nominee Jim Dale will be back at Guild Hall this fall with an all-new show!

BWW Review: MINNIE'S BOYS at Musical Theatre Guild
by Cary Ginell - Feb 12, 2019


Musical Theatre Guild revived an oldie but not so goodie last Sunday at the Alex Theatre. 'Minnie's Boys' purported to be modeled on 'Gypsy,' using a meddlesome, domineering mother to get her progeny, the four Marx Brothers, into show business. Unfortunately, a tepid book and uneven score made this a flop in 1970 and it doesn't fare much better today, despite the valiant efforts of the MTG cast.

Groucho Returns to the Walnut With Frank Ferrante in AN EVENING WITH GROUCHO
by Julie Musbach - Feb 11, 2019


For one night only, Frank Ferrante will perform his acclaimed portrayal of legendary comedian Groucho Marx in An Evening With Groucho. The performance that Variety called "a Tour de Force" will happen on the Walnut Mainstage on Monday, February 25. Ferrante also directed and is now performing in Ken Ludwig's A COMEDY OF TENORS at the Walnut, on stage now through March 3.

Bill Irwin To Speak At EAG's 2018 Annual Memorial Service
by Julie Musbach - Oct 17, 2018


Since 1923, EAG's Annual Memorial Service has brought together members of the performing arts community on an afternoon in November to celebrate the lives and work of our colleagues who have passed away in the previous year. This unique event features music, reflection, and a reading of the names of those being remembered, which is always followed by a heartfelt standing ovation.

“Mr. Show Business.” Mark Nadler Stars In I LOVE A PIANO
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2018


Beloved performer Mark Nadler serenades with a potpourri of songs by greats such as Gershwin and Porter and lesser-known New York treasures like John Wallowitch on the newly rebuilt Guild Hall stage.

Photo Flash: Arena Stage Previews Its Upcoming Season!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 30, 2018


Arena Stage Artistic Director Molly Smith and Executive Director Edgar Dobie announce the 2018/19 season lineup for the company's 69th season. The season reflects Arena Stage's commitment to championing diverse voices and producing work that is politically and socially relevant.

BAMcinématek Presents Pioneers: First Women Filmmakers, July 20�"26
by Macon Prickett - Jun 21, 2018


From Friday, July 20 through Thursday, July 26, BAMcinématek presents Pioneers: First Women Filmmakers in collaboration with Kino Lorber and The Library of Congress. A follow-up to its award-winning Pioneers of African-American Cinema, this collection was produced for Kino Lorber by Bret Wood and curated by historian Shelley Stamp. The series presents a vast array of new 2K restorations, focusing primarily on women directors of the silent-era American cinema. As was frequently the case, women directors remained uncredited or were co-credited as director, even though for all intents and purposes, they were the de-facto directors and primary creative forces of the film. “Women played an extraordinary role in early filmmaking, but this history has been largely forgotten,” says series curator Shelley Stamp, 'I'm so thrilled that these films have been restored and re-scored so that contemporary audiences will have a chance to see what female filmmakers were up to 100 years ago.” Stamp will be present to introduce the first four programs in the series.

Lantern Theater Company Presents The Philadelphia Premiere Of DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2018


Lantern Theater Company concludes its record-smashing 2017/18 season with the regional premiere of Don't Dress for Dinner by French playwright Marc Camoletti. Lantern Resident Director Kathryn MacMillan will direct a cast that includes some of Philadelphia's finest comedic actors: Chris Anthony, Jessica Bedford, Marc LeVasseur, Lee Minora, Karen Peakes, and William Zielinski. Theater critics and members of the press are invited to request tickets for opening night on Wednesday, May 30 at 7 p.m. by contacting Anne Shuff at ashuff@lanterntheater.org. Performances run Thursday, May 24 through Sunday, June 24, 2018; a full schedule is included in the fact sheet below.

The Comedian FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Comedian have there been?
The Comedian has had 1 productions including Broadway which opened in 1923.

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