Susie Essman News

New York City's Comic Strip Live, (www.comicstriplive.com) the Guinness Book of World Records holder of the Longest Stand Up Comedy Show, presents Comic Strip Live Theater, one- and two-person theatrical shows.

Jim Breuer, one of the most outrageous comedians in the U.S., is coming to Bay Street. Known for his incredible stand-up performances, charismatic stage antics and impressions, various television appearances, movie roles and his Sirius Satellite Radio show, Breuer will delight and entertain on July 27 at 8:00 p.m. as part of Bay Street Theatre's Monday Night Comedy Club.

The Off-Broadway hit comedy sensation of celebrities reading from their fellow celebs' biographies is coming to Bay Street and is sure to have audiences roaring. Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words will be at Bay Street on July 20 at 8:00 p.m. as part of Bay Street Theatre's Monday Night Comedy Club.

Bay Street Theatre kicks off the month of July with a bang as the legendary Betty Buckley returns for three performances of a new and critically acclaimed show 'Broadway By Request.' The 4th of July weekend fun begins on Friday, July 3 (Ms. Buckley's birthday concert) at 8pm, with additional shows on Saturday, July 4th at 5pm and 7pm. 'Broadway By Request' features songs and behind the scene stories from Buckley's many Broadway hits as requested by the audience.

David Brenner, stand-up comedian, author, and founder and creator of funnydeli.com is coming to Bay Street. Recognized as a political pundit who can be seen regularly on television news shows, Brenner will find the humor in current events on July 13 at 8:00 p.m. as part of Bay Street Theatre's Monday Night Comedy Club.

On Friday and Saturday nights Richard Lewis and Susie Essman performed at the Venetian Theatre. It was vintage Las Vegas ? very funny and very, very blue. They are a perfect combination. He is burdened by tons of psychological baggage and she carries nothing, just lets it all out. It was great fun and I hope they return very, very soon

'One of the 100 Greatest Stand-Up Comedians of All Time' according to Comedy Central is coming to Bay Street. Stand-up comedian and actor Louie Anderson will find the humor in life's troubles on June 15 at 8:00 p.m. as part of Bay Street Theatre's Monday Night Comedy Club.

If you need a good laugh, Bay Street Theatre will be the place to be on Monday nights this summer. Stand-up comedian and actress Caroline Rhea will kick off an all-star line up of Bay Street's comedy series on June 8 at 8:00 p.m.

As previously announced, The Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs will celebrate the 23rd Annual MAC Awards on Monday, May 18th at 7:30pm at B.B. King Blues Club (237 West 42nd St, Between Broadway 8th Avenue). This year's performers/presenters include Polly Bergen (Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award), Klea Blackhurst, Tyne Daly, Karen Mason, Marilyn Maye, John McDaniel, Rex Reed, Steve Ross, and Julie Wilson among others.

The Tribeca Film Festival heralded Woody Allen's return to making his films in New York City by debuting his new movie, 'Whatever Works' on the festival's opening night April 22nd, 2009.

Spring has sprung and Bay Street Theatre is proud to announce its' star-filled summer line-up, with celebrities and productions to suit a variety of tastes. From New York City witches to a dinner party from hell, from Dames at Sea to the musical talents of Michael Feinstein and Betty Buckley on shore-the Bay Street stage promises to be aglow in summer fun.

The nominees for the 23rd Annual MAC Awards have been announced, honoring excellence in New York City cabaret, comedy and jazz.

Complete listing of the 2009 MAC Award Nominees and Special Award recipients.

Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words continues its sit-down, open-ended run at the Triad Theater, 158 West 72 Street, Monday, March 23, at 7:30pm, with a cast that includes Scott Adsit, Craig Bierko, Mike Birbiglia, Rachel Dratch, Susie Essman, Kristen Johnston, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, Sherri Shepherd, Michael Urie, and Alan Zweibel.

Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words continues its sit-down, open-ended run at the Triad Theater, 158 West 72 Street, Monday, March 23, at 7:30pm, with a cast that includes Scott Adsit, Craig Bierko, Mike Birbiglia, Rachel Dratch, Susie Essman, Kristen Johnston, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, Sherri Shepherd, Michael Urie, and Alan Zweibel.