Cape Comedy by Marc Weingarten is Released
by Christina Mancuso
- Jul 23, 2014
Cape Comedy, a novel by Marc Weingarten available at all online retailers worldwide including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple and Google.
The American comedy club scene is the birthplace of fame and occupies a significantly elevated status when it comes to defining American pop culture. It is the only place where you can witness an unknown Jay Leno, David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld and Robin Williams carve genius from hunger for the price of two iced teas.
After what seems a lifetime of living it, Marc Weingarten's debut novel, Cape Comedy, is ready to explode the world of stand-up comedy and its underbelly into the souls of its fans and inhabitants ... just not from the POV you might expect.
The long awaited debut is finally here. Cape Comedy is not just a cover charge and two-drink minimum in exchange for an evening of laughter. As comedian Bruce Baum said in a published testimonial: 'Marc has written a novel that's Gatsby-like in the way it unveils layers of the comedy world most people don't know exist.'
This quirky, pop culture thriller represents a deep reveal into the anger and pain from which our laughter is gifted to us. Pam Stone, the co-star of the ABC TV show Coach, said this: 'If the general public had any idea of the behind-the-scenes stories that have gone on in comedy clubs across the nation ... oh, Lordy. Most comics have kept our mouths shut, only because someone else has equal dirt on us to spill. Marc Weingarten, in his debut novel, unabashedly shares some of the raw truths and appallingly funny accounts in this fictional (or, is it?), comedic setting ... pulled, I'm sure, from years in the biz.'
A comedy pioneer, Weingarten's resume includes owning a comedy landmark, writing and talent coordinating a late night network television show, producing some of the biggest live comedy events in the country, headlining major venues as a comic, writing material for other comics, and co-founding what is arguably the most prominent comedy recording label in the country.
At 26, Marc became the youngest comedy club owner in America when he and his partners bought the historic Ice House in Pasadena, California. During that time, Marc developed working relationships with some of America's most prominent comedy stars, agents and network executives. From there, he joined legendary L.A. radio personality Rick Dees, who asked Marc to help develop and produce The Rick Dees Comedy Concerts. That association led to seven sold-out shows at such venues as the Universal Amphitheater, Pasadena Civic Auditorium, and Long Beach Terrace Theater. Stars including Jay Leno, Howie Mandel, Brad Garrett, Ellen Degeneres, Bill Maher and Kevin Nealon were featured in Marc's productions.
Marc's credits include being hired as a staff writer and talent coordinator for ABC's Into the Night starring Brad Garrett. He's performed in Las Vegas and major theaters and comedy clubs nationwide and has been a voting member of the GRAMMY's since 1997 for producing the albums of George Lopez, Richard Jeni, Bobby Collins and Jeff Wayne.
For interviews and print reviews Marc is available by phone at 818-571-6996 and by email at marcfunny@msn.com.
Marc Weingarten
PO Box 1497
Deerfield Beach, Fl 33443
Email: marcfunny@msn.com
Web site: www.marcweingarten.com
Cell: 818-571-6996
SEINFELD Emojis Coming to Twitter!
by Caryn Robbins
- Jul 10, 2014
George, Jerry, Kramer and Elaine will be among 42 pictographs of characters from the series that will be available as emoji options on Twitter.
Bravo Top Cable Network in P18-49 & P25-54 on Sunday
by Tyler Peterson
- Jul 9, 2014
Wedding bells rang as Bravo Media was the #1 cable network in primetime this past Sunday night among P18-49 and P25-54 driven by “The Real Housewives of Atlanta: Kandi's Wedding,” “What Watch Happens Live” and “Married to Medicine.
Don Rickles Set for Orleans Showroom, 8/16-17
by Tyler Peterson
- Jul 7, 2014
Continuing his record-breaking 55th consecutive year as a Las Vegas headliner, internationally renowned comedian, actor and entertainer Don Rickles is set to perform at The Orleans Showroom August 16 and 17.
Bobby Collins Comes to Bay Street Theater's Comedy Club, 7/14
by Courtnie Mele
- Jun 28, 2014
Bay Street Theater is pleased to announce Bobby Collins to the Comedy Club stage on Monday, July 14 at 8 pm. Comedy Club is sponsored in part by Saunders & Associates. Tickets are available online at www.baystreet.org or calling the Box Office at 631-725-9500.
Ridgefield Playhouse to Welcome Comedian Jim Breuer, Today
by BWW
News Desk
- Jun 28, 2014
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.
Ridgefield Playhouse to Welcome Jim Breuer, Today
by BWW
News Desk
- Jun 28, 2014
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.
bergenPAC Welcomes Jeff Dunham Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 26, 2014
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.
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