Chris Rock News

Flyover Comedy Festival is returning to St. Louis Nov 9-11, 2023 with three days of stand-up, improv and sketch comedy. While the full, nearly 100 artist line-up will be revealed in the coming weeks, organizers are releasing a sneak peek and early ticket offering with the announcement of its Thursday night headliner, Sheng Wang, as well as its Saturday night headliners, Jeff Ross and Janelle James.

The Paw Patrol film will feature new voice talents, including Mckenna Grace, Taraji P. Henson, Christian Convery, Ron Pardo, Lil Rel Howery, Chris Rock, Serena Williams, Alan Kim, Brice Gonzalez, North West, Saint West, Christian Corrao, Luxton Handspiker, Nylan Parthipan, Callum Shoniker, James Marsden, Kristen Bell and Finn Lee-Epp

Following his recent extension announcement, beloved comedian and resident headliner, Nate Bargatze, has announced another additional show at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas following his already-sold-out scheduled appearances at the venue this November.

Netflix has shared new photos from Rustin, their upcoming Bayard Rustin biopic starring Colman Domingo, Audra McDonald, and more. Directed by DGA Award and five-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe, the film also features Adrienne Warren, Michael Potts, Glynn Turman, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Chris Rock, and more.

Don't miss the exciting news! Betty Who and Phillip Boykin are set to join the cast of Hadestown as Persephone and Hades, bringing their incredible talents to the acclaimed Broadway musical.

Experience the emotional depth and powerful storytelling of August Wilson's Fences at Shakespeare & Company. Follow the struggles of Troy Maxson as he navigates dreams, regrets, and a longing for a different life. Don't miss this Pulitzer Prize-winning play, part of Wilson's acclaimed American Century Cycle. Get your tickets now!

Award-winning comedian and actress Mary Dimino is slated to perform at St. George Theatre on Thursday August 24th.  She brings with her the comedy troupe she founded, Supersized Women of Comedy, for a two-show event.

Celebrated for his clean and relatable comedic style, Bargatze will present an additional show of “The Be Funny” Tour at Encore Theater on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Tickets for this performance go on sale to the public this Friday, July 14, 2023 at 10 a.m. PST.

The leading ladies are Broadway's Steffanie Leigh (Mary Poppins, War Paint), Isabelle McCalla (Aladdin, The Prom), Storm Lever (Six, The Donna Summer Musical) and Australia's own original 'Belle' from Beauty and the Beast, Rachael Beck.

Superstar comedian Gabriel Iglesias will return to Australia for the first time in four years with his brand new highly acclaimed show Don’t Worry Be Fluffy.  He will be performing nationally including a headlining appearance at the Just For Laughs Sydney Comedy Festival.

Peacock has announced two exciting projects in partnership with Kevin Hart and his multi-platform media company, Hartbeat. Standup comedy special KEVIN HART: REALITY CHECK and the third season of Hart’s celebrity talk show, HART TO HEART will both premiere in celebration of Hart’s birthday. 

BWW catches up with Chris Turner to chat about bringing Vegas, Baby! to the 2023 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Comedian and Emmy-nominated writer Nimesh Patel announced his Fast & Loose Tour. Produced by Live Nation, the massive 37-city tour kicks off on September 1 at Hackney Empire in London, UK, and then will make its way across the U.S. including DPAC on Saturday, September 30, 2023.

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts just announced that the Billy Rose Theatre Division has acquired the archive of George C. Wolfe, the writer, director, and producer.

The Westport Weston Family YMCA (WWFY) will present a free-of-charge screening of “Below Surface” at Westport Country Playhouse on Friday, June 9, at 7 p.m.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) welcomes Passaic native, Tom Papa, one of America's greatest comedians will perform live in Newark on Saturday, October 21st, at 8 pm. Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country, finding success as an author in film, TV, radio, and podcasts, as well as on the live stage.

Due to high demand, comedian and resident headliner Nate Bargatze has announced an additional performance of “The Be Funny” Tour to his June appearances at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas. Fans can now see Bargatze on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at 8 p.m..

Comedian Nate Bargatze brought his The Be Funny Tour to his hometown of Nashville at the Bridgestone Arena this Saturday, April 15 where he broke the venue's attendance record with 19,365 people.  The Tennessee Kid began his comedy career performing stand-up at Zanies in Nashville and has grown to be an international success story. 

State Theatre New Jersey and The Stress Factory Comedy Club present Tim Dillon Live on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 8pm. 

Idina Menzel opened the 24th Annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor ceremony by performing Adam Sandler's 'Opera Man.' Menzel's performance called out famous audience members who gathered to celebrate Sandler, including Jennifer Aniston, Rob Schneider, David Spade, and more. Watch the performance video now!