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Actor, author and comedian Jim Breuer of Today Night Live fame and Half Baked (the 'stoner comedy' film) fame is coming to do his family-friendly stand-up at The Ridgefield Playhouse today, June 28, at 8 p.m.

Named one of Comedy Central's 100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time, Jim Breuer is one of the most recognizable comedians in the business, known for his charismatic stage antics, dead-on impressions and family friendly schtick. He will entertain today, June 28, at 8 p.m. at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Jim Breuer is well known as a cast member alum of Today Night Live and for his starring role in the 1998 cult 'stoner comedy' Half Baked, alongside Dave Chappelle. With more than 20 years of stand-up comedy experience, Jim Breuer remains one of today's top entertainers winning over audiences with his off-the-wall humor and lovable personality. Special guest is Rich Aronovitch, LA Comedy Awards 'Break Out Comic of The Year' nominee and a regular on Friday's with Jim Breuer on Raw Dog Channel 99, XM Sirius Radio. Bissell House (378 Main St., Ridgefield) is offering a free glass of house wine or draught beer with dinner the night of this show when tickets/stubs are presented. This event is part of the Clark Construction Comedy Series and is partially underwritten by Cultec. Media sponsors are WPLR 99.1fm and The Fox 95.9fm.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is extending invitations to join the organization to 271 artists and executives who have distinguished themselves by their contributions to theatrical motion pictures. Those who accept the invitations will be the only additions to the Academy's membership in 2014.

From July 20 through August 10, Lincoln Center Out of Doors will offer more than 100 free performances across the Lincoln Center campus. The 44th season of the popular summer festival features premieres and debuts, family programs and a wide range of music and dance events.

Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood New Jersey is proud to present one of America's greatest ventriloquists JEFF DUNHAM tonight, June 26, 2014 at 7:30PM.

Actor, author and comedian Jim Breuer of Saturday Night Live fame and Half Baked (the 'stoner comedy' film) fame is coming to do his family-friendly stand-up at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, June 28, at 8 p.m.

More chart topping names have been added to the already stellar lineup of performances at the "BET Awards"

Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, the popular award-winning Web series created by and starring Jerry Seinfeld, will return to Crackle and ComediansInCarsGettingCoffee.com on June 19.

Comedian Brian Regan kicks off the second leg to his 2014 North American theater tour. More information and links to purchase tickets are available at www.BrianRegan.com.

The CW previously announced that actor, comedian and producer Cedric 'The Entertainer' will host the live broadcast of the FOURTH ANNUAL CRITICS' CHOICE TELEVISION AWARDS tonight, June 19 (8:00-10:00pm ET). Tonight's broadcast from the Beverly Hilton Hotel will mark the first time the CCTAs will be broadcast live on network television.

Drama Desk Award Nominee CHRISTINA BIANCO (Forbidden Broadway; NEWSical The Musical) and South Pacific's LAURISSA ROMAIN ('Finally Famous'; 'The Voice') join the starry line-up of special guests for Tim Realbuto's upcoming (not so) solo show at 54 Below entitled Tim Realbuto: Alone (With Plenty of Help).

That's right, President Obama faced some criticism for chewing gum during a D-Day ceremony. He was like, “Sorry, but if I don't get my Nicorette, there's going to be another war on this beach.”

Comedian Chris Rock surprised Seth Meyers on last night's LATE NIGHT by crashing the host's opening monologue.

Chris Rock stopped by last night's TONIGHT SHOW to talk about his upcoming comedy tour and how he came up with the tour name Black Plague

'THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON' LISTINGS: JUNE 12 - 19

Named one of Comedy Central's 100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time, Jim Breuer is one of the most recognizable comedians in the business, known for his charismatic stage antics, dead-on impressions and family friendly schtick. He will entertain on Saturday, June 28, at 8 p.m. at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Jim Breuer is well known as a cast member alum of Saturday Night Live and for his starring role in the 1998 cult 'stoner comedy' Half Baked, alongside Dave Chappelle. With more than 20 years of stand-up comedy experience, Jim Breuer remains one of today's top entertainers winning over audiences with his off-the-wall humor and lovable personality. Special guest is Rich Aronovitch, LA Comedy Awards 'Break Out Comic of The Year' nominee and a regular on Friday's with Jim Breuer on Raw Dog Channel 99, XM Sirius Radio. Bissell House (378 Main St., Ridgefield) is offering a free glass of house wine or draught beer with dinner the night of this show when tickets/stubs are presented. This event is part of the Clark Construction Comedy Series and is partially underwritten by Cultec. Media sponsors are WPLR 99.1fm and The Fox 95.9fm.

Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, the popular award-winning Web series created by and starring Jerry Seinfeld, will return to Crackle and ComediansInCarsGettingCoffee.com on June 19.

For tickets ($37), call the box office at 203-438-5795, or order online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org. The Ridgefield Playhouse is a non-profit performing arts center located at 80 East Ridge, parallel to Main Street, Ridgefield, CT.

Bergen Performing Arts Center located at 30 North Van Brunt Street in Englewood New Jersey is proud to present one of America's greatest ventriloquists JEFF DUNHAM on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at 7:30PM. Be sure to reserve tickets for this spectacular show at www.ticketmaster.com or Box Office at 201.227.1030.