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The "Mark Twain Prize for American Humor" is an American award for humor awarded by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts annually since 1998. It is named after the 19th century novelist, essayist and humorist Mark Twain and is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to American humor. The prize is presented and show is taped in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall in Washington DC, during which the honoree is celebrated by his or her peers. The event is a significant fundraiser to benefit the Kennedy Center, which sells tickets as well as access to dinners and after-parties featuring the celebrities. Recipients of the Twain Prize receive a copy of an 1884 bronze portrait bust of Mark Twain sculpted by Karl Gerhardt (1853-1940).

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Comedy Central to Air Bill Cosby Concert Special FAR FROM FINISHED, 11/24
by Tyler Peterson - July 12, 2013

Bill Cosby's first television concert special in 30 years, 'Far From Finished,' will air on COMEDY CENTRAL November 24, 2013. Robert Townsend directed the show, which will be compiled from material that Cosby performed at the Cerritos Performing Arts Center earlier this summer....


Bill Cosby Brings The Laughs To Treasure Island Theatre One Night Only On 7/2
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2010

Iconic funny man Bill Cosby, who has been making audiences laugh for decades with his keen insight into everyday existence, brings his signature comedy to the Treasure Island Theatre for one night only, July 2. Showtime is 7pm....


Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton to Present Lily Tomlin with the 53rd SAG Life Achievement Award
by Caryn Robbins - January 17, 2017

Jane Fonda and Dolly Parton will present the SAG Life Achievement Award to actor, comedian, writer, producer and all-round entertainment maverick Lily Tomlin during the 23rd Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards...


Iconic Entertainer Bill Cosby to Return to Treasure Island, 7/19
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2013

Iconic funny man Bill Cosby, who has been making audiences laugh for decades with his keen insight into everyday existence, brings his signature comedy back to the Treasure Island Theatre July 19 at 8 p.m....


Lane, Redford, Etc. to Honor Twain Prize-Winner Simon
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2006

Jason Alexander, Richard Dreyfus, Nathan Lane, Cyndi Lauper, Robert Redford, Paul Reiser, Mercedes Ruehl and Jonathan Silverman will be on hand to salute Neil Simon at the Kennedy Center's Ninth Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor ceremony...


Billy Crystal to Receive Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2007

According to The New York Times, Billy Crystal will be the 10th recipient of the annually awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The award will be presented October 11 at the Kennedy Center in DC, in a tribute performance to be televised by PBS....


Jay Leno Receives Kennedy Center's Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Caryn Robbins - October 20, 2014

Late night host and comedian Jay Leno received the Kennedy Center's 17th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor last night, Sunday, October 19th....


Bill Cosby Comes To The Morrison Center 10/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 02, 2011

An Evening with Bill Cosby held at MORRISON CENTER October 8, 2011 - 5 & 8 pm with IMAG Screen...


Washington National Opera to Present M&M's OPERA IN THE OUTFIELD, 5/16
by Matt Smith - April 23, 2015

(WASHINGTON)—Washington National Opera (WNO) celebrates its seventh season of free opera simulcasts at Nationals Park with title sponsor Mars Chocolate North America for the M&M'S® Opera in the Outfield performance of Rossini's charming romantic comedy Cinderella on Saturday, May 16, 2015. This dazz...


Lin-Manuel Miranda Tapped to Host PBS Arts Fall Festival This October
by Caryn Robbins - July 28, 2016

At today's Television Critics Association press tour, PBS President & CEO Paula Kerger revealed that Miranda will also host the PBS Arts Fall Festival, which begins on October 21st. ...


TV One Premieres PBS' EDDIE MURPHY: THE MARK TWAIN PRIZE Tonight
by TV News Desk - December 04, 2015

TV One salutes comedy genius Eddie Murphy with the network premiere of PBS' Eddie Murphy: The Mark Twain Prize tonight, December 4 at 8 p.m. ET....


David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel & More to Salute Bill Murray at Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for Humor
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016

The program is slated to air on PBS stations as Bill Murray: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize nationwide October 28 at 9 p.m. (check local listings). Artists are subject to change....


Bill Cosby Premieres on Comedy Central for First TV Concert in 30 Years Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2013

A legend that needs no introduction, Bill Cosby is coming to Comedy Central for his first television concert special in 30 years. Bill Cosby: Far From Finished will premiere tonight, November 23rd at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT....


Kennedy Center to Present 19th Mark Twain Prize to Bill Murray
by Caryn Robbins - June 13, 2016

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 19th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Bill Murray on October 23, 2016 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall...


VIETNAM Documentary & More Among PBS's Fall 2017 Schedule
by Caryn Robbins - July 12, 2017

PBS today announced its fall 2017 lineup, as well as the January 2018 broadcast of TONY BENNETT: THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS GERSHWIN PRIZE, a PBS music special taping this fall to honor the singer, this year's recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song....


Lin-Manuel Miranda Tapped to Host PBS Arts Fall Festival This October
by Caryn Robbins - July 28, 2016

At today's Television Critics Association press tour, PBS President & CEO Paula Kerger revealed that Miranda will also host the PBS Arts Fall Festival, which begins on October 21st. ...


Kennedy Center Awards Fey Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, 11/9
by Molly Hagan - September 29, 2010

Writer, actress and comedian Tina Fey will be awarded the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in a ceremony at the Kennedy Center on November 9. The ceremony will air on PBS on November 14....


Simon to Receive Twain Award for American Humor, 10/15
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2006

Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Neil Simon--whose The Odd Couple and Barefoot in the Park were recently revived on Broadway--has been announced as this year's recipient of the Kennedy Center's ninth annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor...


Bill Cosby Returns to the Treasure Island Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2014

Beloved comedic genius Bill Cosby brings his signature comedy back to the Treasure Island Theatre tonight, September 26 at 8 p.m....


Comedian Bob Newhart Performs Today During Lucy Town Half Marathon & 5K
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2014

The Lucy Desi Museum & Center for Comedy, Chautauqua Striders, and the Jamestown Savings Bank Arena are proud to announce that comedy legend Bob Newhart will be the featured performer of the 2014 Lucy Town Half Marathon & 5K weekend. Newhart will be showcased today, October 11th in a night of comedy...


Aronoff Center Presents Bill Cosby in Comedy Central's FAR FROM FINISHED Tour, 6/14
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2014

One of America's most beloved comedians of all time, Bill Cosby, whose comedy transcends age, gender, and cultural barriers, is making a rare appearance at the Aronoff Center, Saturday, June 14 at 8:00 PM. Cosby has captivated generations of fans with his comedy routines, iconic albums, and best-sel...


Legendary Entertainer Bill Cosby to Play Show at Treasure Island, 7/18
by Matt Smith - June 24, 2014

Las Vegas— Following a sold-out performance in March, iconic funny man Bill Cosby brings his signature comedy back to the Treasure Island Theatre July 18 at 8 p.m....


Carol Burnett to Be Awarded Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, 10/20
by Nicole Rosky - May 21, 2013

A star-studded lineup of the nation's top comedic entertainers will salute Carol Burnett at the 16th Annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday, October 20, 2013. The Prize, which is named in honor of one of the world's greatest humorists, will air on PBS stations nationwide...


Bill Cosby Awarded The Mark Twain Prize For American Humor 10/26
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2009

Bill Cosby has been awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The Kennedy Center will present the comedian with this award on October 26th at the Center's concert hall. Along with the accompanying festivities, the award ceremony will be filmed for later broadcast on PBS....


Eddie Murphy Reprises Bill Cosby Impersonation While Receiving Mark Twain Prize for Humor
by Caryn Robbins - October 19, 2015

The 18th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor was awarded last night to comedian Eddie Murphy. T...






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