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Josh Johnson, is a standup, writer and performer originally from Alexandria, LA by way of Chicago. He is currently a writer on "The Daily Show with Trevor Noah" and was featured on season 1 of Kevin Hart’s "Hart of the City". Additionally, Josh was named one of Comedy Central’s ‘Comics to Watch’ in 2015 and one of the Just for Laughs ‘New Faces’ in 2016. He is a former writer and performer on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon", where he also made his late-night standup debut in 2017. As a stand-up, Josh has performed at clubs, colleges and festivals across the US, including JFL Montreal, Moontower, Riot LA, Bridgetown, High Plains and the New York Comedy Festival. On screen, Josh has appeared on "Conan", "@midnight" with Chris Hardwick, and, in 2017, he released his Comedy Central half-hour special and album "I Like You" which debuted at #11 on Billboard and #4 on iTunes.

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Gilda's LaughFest Continues With Tammy Pescatelli and Clean Comedy Showcase This Week


The second day of Gilda's LaughFest features Tammy Pescatelli on Thursday, March 7 (5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.) at Gun Lake Casino in Wayland. The Clean Comedy Showcase also has two shows (7 p.m. and 8 p.m.) at Dr. Grins in the B.O.B.

Gilda's LaughFest Kicks Off This Week


Gilda's LaughFest kicks off on Wednesday, March 6. Learn more about the festival lineup here!

Gilda's Club Grand Rapids Reveals Artists For 2024 LaughFest


Gilda’s Club Grand Rapids has announced artists for the upcoming 2024 LaughFest coming up March 6-10, including Tammy Pescatelli, Josh Johnson, Piff the Magic Dragon, and Demetri Martin.

SF SKETCHFEST Kicks Off Next Week With Eric Idle, 200+ Shows January 18 - February 4


SF Sketchfest kicks off its 21st comedy festival with legend Eric Idle at the Castro Theatre on Thursday, January 18 followed by over 200 shows taking place through February 4 in venues across San Francisco.

Comedian Josh Johnson Comes To Levity Live in West Nyack, February 2- 4


Comedian Josh Johnson will be performing at Levity Live on February 2-4. Don't miss this hilarious show!

SF Sketchfest Unveils Lineup for 2024 Comedy Festival Featuring More Than 200 Shows


SF Sketchfest has revealed the initial lineup for the 2024 Comedy Festival in San Francisco. Tickets go on sale on November 19.

Moonchild Reimagine Their Previous Hits In New Project 'Reflections'


‘Reflections' is the new EP from GRAMMY-nominated LA-trio Moonchild (aka Amber Navran, Andris Mattson, & Max Bryk). Inspired by the band's iconic Tiny Desk performance (now on 4.9 million views), the ‘Reflections' project sees the band reimagine and revisit old songs, including some of the trio's biggest hits.

Moonchild Hypnotise With A Piano Rendition of 'Cure'


Moonchild Hypnotise with a Piano Rendition of “Cure”. Grammy-nominated LA-trio Moonchild releases an acoustic version of their song 'Cure' from the upcoming EP 'Reflections.' The piano rendition offers a serene take on the original track.

Meshell Ndegeocello Releases New Single 'Vuma' Featuring Thandiswa & Joel Ross


The Omnichord Real Book was produced by Josh Johnson and features a wide range of guest artists including Jason Moran, Ambrose Akinmusire, Jeff Parker, Brandee Younger, Julius Rodriguez, Mark Guiliana, Cory Henry, Joan As Police Woman, and others. The album was introduced last month with the expansive lead single “Virgo,” and is up for pre-order.

FAKE BIRTHDAY To Be Presented at Littlefield NYC, April 2


FAKE BIRTHDAY will be presented at Littlefield NYC in Brooklyn on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 7:00pm. Hosted by Caitlin Cook and A.J. Holmes presented by 2/3rds of a Threesome.

Meshell Ndgeocello Announces New Album & Releases First Track 'Virgo'


Meshell Ndegeocello makes her Blue Note Records debut with a new album. The Omnichord Real Book was produced by Josh Johnson and features a wide range of guest artists including Jason Moran, Ambrose Akinmusire, Joel Ross, Jeff Parker, Brandee Younger, Julius Rodriguez, Mark Guiliana, Cory Henry, Joan As Police Woman, Thandiswa, and others.

Josh Johnson's 'Up Here Killing Myself' Stand-Up Comedy Special Now Streaming on Peacock


Johnson transforms an hour of talk therapy about his relationships with money, his father, and a stalker, into an hour of stand-up. In this comedic exploration of Black mental health and self-discovery, Josh shares with his therapist, and the audience, his thoughts on growing up without money, grieving, and first-time experiences.

Josh Johnson's UP HERE KILLING MYSELF to Stream on Peacock


Johnson transforms an hour of talk therapy about his relationships with money, his father, and a stalker, into an hour of stand-up. In this comedic exploration of Black mental health and self-discovery, Josh shares with his therapist, and the audience, his thoughts on growing up without money, grieving, and first-time experiences.

James Monroe Iglehart, Kimiko Glenn & More to Appear on Disney's KIFF


Kimiko Glenn ('Orange Is the New Black') stars in the titular role of Kiff, whose thirst for life takes her on countless adventures through their city alongside Barry, voiced by H Michael Croner ('Craig of the Creek'). The series also features Lauren Ash and James Monroe Iglehart (as Kiff’s parents), Rhys Darby, Kate Flannery and Eugene Cordero.

Josh Johnson To Perform At Ambush For Special Album Taping, January 25


Josh Johnson (Comedy Central Hour, Netflix, and Daily Show Writer), Lucas Connolly (Comedy Central), and Brittany Cardwell (Sirius XM Drule) will record Johnson's second album for Helium Records at Ambush (Two Boots Pizza in Williamsburg) January 25 for two recordings at 8pm and 10pm.

Josh Johnson Comes To Comedy Works Larimer Square, January 5- 7


Comedy Works has announced that Josh Johnson will perform at Comedy Works Downtown in Larimer Square, January 5 - 7 

Photos: First Look At MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS At Tacoma Little Theatre


Just in time for Fall, Tacoma Little Theatre presents Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Holmes for the Holidays). This thrilling new version of the classic mystery will be directed by Melanie Gladstone. See photos from the production.

Photos: First Look at MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Tacoma Little Theatre


Just in time for Fall, Tacoma Little Theatre presents Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Holmes for the Holidays). This thrilling new version of the classic mystery will be directed by Melanie Gladstone. Check out photos of the production here.

MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Comes to the Tacoma Little Theatre


Just in time for Fall, Tacoma Little Theatre presents Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Holmes for the Holidays). This thrilling new version of the classic mystery will be directed by Melanie Gladstone.

Nate Mercereau Shares New Track 'Flying Together'


Nate Mercereau announces the release of SUNDAYS EXPANSION, which is essentially a companion piece to / expanded edition of his sophomore studio album, SUNDAYS, first released on his own How So Records in 2021. He's also sharing a new track from SUNDAYS EXPANSION, 'Flying Together.'

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