Wanda Sykes Headshot

Wanda Sykes News

Get Wanda Sykes Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Ralph Harris' MANISH BOY Opens 8/9 at FringeNYC
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 28, 2014


Funny Big Brother Productions presents MANish BOY, written & performed by RALPH HARRIS, as part of the 2014 New York International Fringe Festival/Fringe NYC. Nominated for the NAACP Theater Award for 'Best One Person Play,' MANish BOY is directed by Oz Scott with dramaturgy by Stacey McClain.

Jeff Ross Is 'Roastmaster General' for NBC's LAST COMIC STANDING Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jul 24, 2014


Jeff Ross mentors the comics and Gilbert Gottfried is the man of the hour as the comedians learn the art of roasting on NBC's lively laughfest 'Last Comic Standing,' airing tonight, July 24 (10-11 p.m. ET).

The Capitol Steps, Wanda Sykes, Mannheim Steamroller, Kenny Rogers and More Join The Van Wezel's 2014-15 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2014


Seven spectacular shows just added to the upcoming 2014-15 season at the Van Wezel! Tickets go on sale Friday, July 25 at 10am at the Box Office, online, and by phone.

Jeff Ross is 'Roastmaster General' for NBC's LAST COMIC STANDING, 7/24
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 22, 2014


Jeff Ross mentors the comics and Gilbert Gottfried is the man of the hour as the comedians learn the art of roasting on NBC's lively laughfest "Last Comic Standing," airing Thursday, July 24 (10-11 p.m. ET).

Wanda Sykes Headed to NJPAC, 9/19
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 22, 2014


New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents Wanda Sykes on Friday, September, 19, 2014 at 8PM. Named one of the '25 Funniest People in America' by Entertainment Weekly, Wanda Sykes brings her smart-witted stand-up to the Prudential Hall stage. Get your tickets now at NJPAC.org or 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722).

Vickie Shaw Set for I'M NOT YOUR ROLE MODEL Gala Evening at LA LGBT Center, 8/9
by Movies News Desk - Jul 21, 2014


The Los Angeles LGBT Center's Lily Tomlin/Jane Wagner Cultural Arts Center and StandOut Productions present a gala evening celebrating the world premiere of Vickie Shaw's brand new comedy film, I'm Not Your Role Model, directed by StandOut's Andrea Meyerson A 'comedy Q&A' featuring Ms. Shaw and her funniest friends, Roxana Ward and Lisa Koch, will follow the screening. The audience is then invited to an outdoor reception in the beautiful courtyard of the Center's The Village at Ed Gould Plaza. The party will take place on Saturday, August 9, starting at 8 p.m.

Dennis Henlsey's THE MISMATCH GAME to Return to the Renberg Theatre, 8/8 & 10
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2014


Dennis Hensley's The MisMatch Game returns to the Los Angeles LGBT Center's Renberg Theatre for two more of its riotously unpredictable performances on Friday and Sunday, August 8 and 10, 2014.

Photo Flash: Joy Behar, Jennifer Coolidge, Susie Essman and Anita Wise Preview LIPSHTICK: THE PERFECT SHADE OF STAND-UP in Las Vegas
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2014


Emmy Award winner and talk show host Joy Behar, 2 BROKE GIRLS star and 'Stiffler's Mom' from AMERICAN PIE fame Jennifer Coolidge, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM's Susie Essman, and Anita Wise came out for a special preview of The Venetian Las Vegas' LIPSHTICK: THE PERFECT SHADE OF STAND-UP tonight at LAVO New York. Scroll down for photos!

Terry Crews to Host 2014 TCA AWARDS Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jul 19, 2014


The 'WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE?' host Terry Crews, the fan-favorite actor, comedian, and star of the hit precinct sitcom 'BROOKLYN NINE-NINE,' will host the 30th Annual Television Critics Association (TCA) Awards, tonight, July 19, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, announced Scott Pierce, TCA President and TV critic for the Salt Lake Tribune.

NBC Renews Trio of Alternative Series: AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, LAST COMIC STANDING, and AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR
by Courtnie Mele - Jul 13, 2014


As a sign of the prolific work being accomplished in the network's alternative division, NBC has given renewals to a 10th season of “America's Got Talent,” a ninth season of “Last Comic Standing” and a fourth season of “American Ninja Warrior,” which airs in partnership with Esquire Network.

LAST COMIC STANDING Coming to Paramount Theatre, 10/22
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 7, 2014


America's most compelling comedy competition is coming to Colorado October 22 when NBC's Emmy Award-nominated series 'Last Comic Standing' showcases live.

NBC to Air LAST COMIC STANDING ROOM ONLY Special, 6/29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 29, 2014


America's favorite summer comedy, NBC's 'Last Comic Standing,' will air an all-new 'Last Comic Standing Room Only' special episode on Sunday, June 29 (9-11 p.m. ET).

Terry Crews Named Host of 2014 TCA AWARDS, 7/19
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 26, 2014


The “WHO WANTS TO BE A MILLIONAIRE?” host Terry Crews, the fan-favorite actor, comedian, and star of the hit precinct sitcom “BROOKLYN NINE-NINE,” will host the 30th Annual Television Critics Association

NBC to Air LAST COMIC STANDING ROOM ONLY Special, 6/29
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 26, 2014


America's favorite summer comedy, NBC's 'Last Comic Standing,' will air an all-new 'Last Comic Standing Room Only' special episode on Sunday, June 29 (9-11 p.m. ET).

LAST COMIC STANDING ROOM ONLY Special to Air 6/29 on NBC
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 25, 2014


America's favorite summer comedy, NBC's “Last Comic Standing,” will air an all-new “Last Comic Standing Room Only” special episode on Sunday, June 29 (9-11 p.m. ET).

LAST COMIC STANDING Challenge Rounds Begin Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 26, 2014


'Last Comic Standing's exciting challenge rounds, in which comics will be tested in a variety of comedy disciplines ranging from sketch comedy to improv, kick off tonight, June 26 (10-11 p.m. ET) on NBC with guest mentor Cheryl Hines ('Curb Your Enthusiasm,' 'Suburgatory').

Top Ten Finalists are Revealed on LAST COMIC STANDING, Challenge Rounds Begin 6/26
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 20, 2014


The last of the top 10 finalists were revealed in last night's episode of “Last Comic Standing,” ending the semi-final rounds of the Emmy-nominated series. The exciting challenge rounds, in which comics will be tested in a variety of comedy disciplines ranging from sketch comedy to improv, will kick off Thursday, June 26 (10-11 p.m. ET) on NBC with guest mentor Cheryl Hines (“Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Suburgatory”).

NBC's LAST COMIC STANDING Lets Viewers Give Favorite Eliminated Comic a 2nd Chance Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 19, 2014


NBC's 'Last Comic Standing' is kicking off a 'Comic Comeback' online competition tonight, June 19 that will give fans of the popular series a chance to give their favorite eliminated comic a second chance to appear on the show.

NBC's LAST COMIC STANDING to Let Viewers Give Favorite Eliminated Comic a 2nd Chance
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2014


NBC's "Last Comic Standing" is kicking off a "Comic Comeback" online competition on June 19 that will give fans of the popular series a chance to give their favorite eliminated comic a second chance to appear on the show.

  …        26       …    

Get Wanda Sykes Email Alerts

Be the first to get news, photos, videos & more.

Videos