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THE GIRLS OF ATOMIC CITY Lands on Best Seller Lists
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 11, 2014


THE GIRLS OF ATOMIC CITY was hailed by top media outlets as 'fascinating' and 'a phenomenal story' when it was first published last year. It hit The New York Times and The Los Angeles Times Best Seller lists, was an NPR and IndieBound bestseller and made Amazon's Top 100 Best Books of 2013.

Second Season of MARON Debuts 5/8 on IFC
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 10, 2014


This spring, comedian, writer and podcaster Marc Maron is bringing his world of problems, attempts at redemption and brood of cats back to IFC for 13 new half-hour episodes of his comedy series Maron. Revolving around Marc's life and his successful WTF podcast (www.wtfpod.com), each episode lays bare the misguided attempts of a man who is trying to grow, but often finds himself asking, 'We good?' Maron season two premieres May 8 at 10:00pm ET/PT on IFC.

SXSW Presents Comedian Pete Holmes, Tonight
by Christina Mancuso - Mar 10, 2014


Comedian Pete Holmes, host of the hit podcast You Made It Weird, has recently found new success as a talk show host on TBS. The Pete Holmes Show, produced by Conan O'Brien, blends stand-up, sketch, interviews, and offbeat humor, translating host Holmes' comic style and injecting fresh life into late night. In this exclusive panel, Holmes and producers Oren Brimer and Nick Bernstein share behind-the-scenes stories.

Jon Stewart Hosts 2013 MUSICARES Gala, Airing on AXS TV, 3/30
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 10, 2014


AXS TV, the TV home for music festivals, is proud to present the exclusive premiere of the 2013 MusiCares® gala, honoring the legendary Bruce Springsteen

Josh Wolf to Host Discovery's NAKED AFTER DARK
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2014


Comedian Josh Wolf is set to return to Discovery as the host of NAKED AFTER DARK, Discovery's brand new Naked and Afraid after show. NAKED AFTER DARK will launch on Sunday, March 16th at 10:30pm ET/PT, following the premiere of Naked and Afraid. The show will then move to its normal time slot of 10:15pm ET/PT for the following five Sundays. Josh Wolf joins NAKED AFTER DARK after he successfully hosted Discovery's first ever live talk show, Shark After Dark, which premiered after Shark Week 2013.

VIDEO: First Teaser for John Oliver's New HBO Late Night Show LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2014


HBO released the first teaser for John Oliver's topical half-hour comedy series, LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER, premiering SUNDAY, APRIL 27 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT), with other weekly editions debuting subsequent Sundays at the same time on HBO. Check it out below!

MODERN FAMILY, SNL, VEEP, HER & More Among 2014 AMERICAN COMEDY AWARDS Nominees
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 5, 2014


NBC and Don Mischer Productions announced today the nominations for the 'American Comedy Awards,' airing May 15 (9-11 p.m. ET/PT) on NBC.

'THE DAILY SHOW' Brings Jordan Klepper on as 'NEWS TEAM' Correspondent
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2014


Jordan Klepper has been tapped by Comedy Central's Emmy® and Peabody® Award-winning “The Daily Show with Jon Stewart” to join fellow correspondents Samantha Bee, Jason Jones, Aasif Mandvi and Jessica Williams on “The Best F*&#ing News Team Ever!” Klepper's first appearance on the show, reporting “live” from Ukraine, is scheduled to air tonight, March 3 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.

USA Network to Premiere New Comedy Series PLAYING HOUSE, 4/29
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 28, 2014


USA Network's new comedy PLAYING HOUSE will premiere Tuesday, April 29 (10-11 p.m. ET/PT) immediately following top comedy series MODERN FAMILY with two back to back episodes.

THE BOOK OF MORMON, MOTOWN & More Among Broadway Across America-Milwaukee's 2014-15 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 28, 2014


BMO Harris Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center and Broadway Across America-Milwaukee invite you to experience the sounds and splendor at the Marcus Center throughout 2014-2015 with the best of Broadway in Milwaukee!

No Name Comedy / Variety Show to Celebrate 20th Anniversary at The United Palace Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2014


No Name co-founder Eric Vetter celebrates two decades of producing 'NYC's Best Damn Comedy / Variety Show' with a special anniversary blowout at a special location - The United Palace in Washington Heights (175th & Broadway) - onWednesday, February 26th at 7:30pm.

Kevin Spacey to Headline JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE: AFTER THE OSCARS, 3/2
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 24, 2014


The 9th annual “Jimmy Kimmel Live: After The Oscars” special will air live on ABC Sunday, March 2 with guest Kevin Spacey, 2-time Academy Award winner and star of the Emmy winning series “House of Cards.”

Dan Bakkedahl and Ed Furman Return for TRAINWRECK at The Second City Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2014


After an eight year hiatus, The Second City is excited to present a one night special performance of 'Trainwreck,' featuring Second City alumni Dan Bakkedahl and Ed Furman tonight, February 25, at 8:00pm in The Second City e.t.c. Theatre (2nd floor of Piper's Alley). 'Trainwreck' is a completely improvised play created from a single audience suggestion.

1812 Productions to Present AN EVENING WITHOUT THE CATSKILLS: A BRIEF HISTORY OF JEWISH HUMOR, 3/10-11
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2014


Gather your minyan, 1812 Productions brings the Catskills to Philadelphia for two shows only. An Evening Without the Catskills: A Brief History of Jewish Humor spans more than a century of Jewish humor with a script curated and written by 1812's Artistic Director, Jennifer Childs, and performances from Ms. Childs, Karen Getz, David Ingram, and Thomas E. Shotkin.

Don Rickles Returns to Las Vegas at The Orleans Showroom, 8/16-17; On Sale 5/3
by Christina Mancuso - Feb 19, 2014


Returning to Las Vegas for a record-smashing 55th consecutive year, internationally renowned comedian, actor and entertainer Don Rickles is set for The Orleans Showroom in 2014. The upcoming March 22-23 dates for Don Rickles at The Orleans Hotel and Casino have been postponed to August 16-17. Tickets for the August dates will go on sale May 3. Mr. Rickles' previously announced October 11-12 dates at The Orleans remain intact and on schedule.

Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino Presents DAVE ATTELL, 4/4
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2014


Comix At Foxwoods will host the multitalented actor, writer and comedian, Dave Attell, for a one-night-only performance on Friday, April 4 at 9 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased in advance for $30, $40 and $50. This show is for mature audiences only.

Dave Attell to Perform at Fox Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino, 4/4
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 18, 2014


Comix At Foxwoods will host the multitalented actor, writer and comedian, Dave Attell, for a one-night-only performance on Friday, April 4 at 9 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased in advance for $30, $40 and $50. This show is for mature audiences only.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Season Premiere of TOSH.O Among Comedy Central's Best Bets
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 14, 2014


Comedy Central announces its Best Bets for week of February 16th. Below, check out a sneak peek of an all-new episode of TOSH.O.

Dan Bakkedahl & Ed Furman Return for TRAINWRECK at Second City, 2/25
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 13, 2014


After an eight year hiatus, The Second City will present a one night special performance of 'Trainwreck,' featuring Second City alumni Dan Bakkedahl and Ed Furman on Tuesday, February 25, at 8:00pm in The Second City e.t.c. Theatre (2nd floor of Piper's Alley). 'Trainwreck' is a completely improvised play created from a single audience suggestion.

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