Andy Kaufman News

Contemporary performance company Drunken Chorus will premiere their new show tonight and tomorrow, February 11 and 12, 2015 as part of FIRST Festival of solo performance at The Tristan Bates Theatre in London. The new show, which catalogues historic failures in stand-up comedy routines, had its world premiere at the Kulturhuset Stadsteatern in Stockholm in August last year, where it was described as 'Comedy genius!' (STOFF Festival Director). Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast in action!

New York's treasured radio and TV host Joe Franklin died on Saturday, Jan. 24, from prostate cancer. He was 88.

Contemporary performance company Drunken Chorus will premiere their new show on February 11 and 12, 2015 as part of FIRST Festival of solo performance at The Tristan Bates Theatre in London. The new show, which catalogues historic failures in stand-up comedy routines, had its world premiere at the Kulturhuset Stadsteatern in Stockholm in August last year, where it was described as 'Comedy genius!' (STOFF Festival Director). Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast in action!

After performing camera left of such names as Carrie Fisher, Tim Gunn, and Anothony Bourdain, actress Monica Hammond has teamed up with award winning comedian Jenn Dodd, and filmmaker Brendan Mcloughlin to release her new comedy web series 'Get a Life Coach'.

Comedy Central Records releases the debut comedy album from exciting stand-up talent Nick Vatterott. 'For Amusement Only' is available on iTunes, Amazon and all streaming services.

Comedy Central Records is set to release the debut comedy album from exciting stand-up talent Nick Vatterott. “For Amusement Only” will be available on iTunes, Amazon and all streaming services, and is currently available for pre-order on iTunes. Fans in NYC can join Vatterott and friends at his New York Comedy Festival show and album release party on Friday, November 7 at 10:00 p.m. at The Stand (239 Third Avenue New York, NY 10003).

Comedy Central Records is set to release the debut comedy album from exciting stand-up talent Nick Vatterott. "For Amusement Only" will be available on iTunes, Amazon and all streaming services, and is currently available for pre-order on iTunes.

It appears that deceased comedian Andy Kaufman may be pulling one over on all of us. According to NYPost, Kaufman's writing partner, Bob Zmuda reveals in his book, ANDY KAUFMAN: THE TRUTH, FINALLY, that Kaufman's death was exactly like a bit they wrote for a film called The Tony Clifton Story, which featured a title character based on Kaufman.

Announcing the extension of The World Premiere of Schachner Vs. Schachner, a dark autobiographical comedy written and performed by Abby Schachner, Fridays at 8pm from today, September 12th through October 24th.

Announcing the extension of The World Premiere of Schachner Vs. Schachner, a dark autobiographical comedy written and performed by Abby Schachner, Fridays at 8pm from September 12th through October 24th.

Food Fight Comedy Night is set for tonight, July 16, 9pm, at The Triad (158 W. 72nd st). All tickets $10, plus 2 drinks cash only.

Food Fight Comedy Night is set for July 16, 9pm, at The Triad (158 W. 72nd st). All tickets $10, plus 2 drinks cash only. Get ready for incredible night of comedy and variety hosted by Andy Kaufman Award recipient; comedian and juggler Marcus Monroe.

Shirley Gnome is a gifted singer, a skilled songwriter and a powerhouse performer - but you may not want to bring the kids to this one… This internationally acclaimed musical comedian hits the St-Ambroise Montreal Fringe Festival with Shirley Gnome: She's Presenting, playing at Petit Campus from June 13-22.

Diversionary Theatre and Martinis Above Fourth | Table & Stage in beautiful Hillcrest are excited to announce a new collaboration in 2014, presenting for the first time ever performances of Diversionary's adventurous Cabaret series in San Diego's premier Dinner Theatre!

From performing for President Clinton, the NY Mets, and the Queen of England, to being credited as the comedian who opened the door for female standups on cable TV, in March and April, comedian, writer & animal activistElayne Boosler will bring her one-of-a-kind wit back home with two rare NYC performances tonight, March 29 at 9pm and Friday, April 18 at 9pm at STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street).

Diversionary Theatre and Martinis Above Fourth | Table & Stage in beautiful Hillcrest are excited to announce a new collaboration in 2014, presenting for the first time ever performances of Diversionary's adventurous Cabaret series in San Diego's premier Dinner Theatre!

From performing for President Clinton, the NY Mets, and the Queen of England, to being credited as the comedian who opened the door for female standups on cable TV, in March and April, comedian, writer & animal activistElayne Boosler will bring her one-of-a-kind wit back home with two rare NYC performances on Saturday, March 29 at 9pm and Friday, April 18 at 9pm at STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street). Known for her thoughtful & feisty political humor and her love of animals, every show she performs also serves to rescue animals in the city in which she is appearing, with all after show merchandise sold 100% for the benefit of local rescue organizations. So come and laugh, meet some of the best local rescuers after the show, maybe even buy something wonderful and save a life!

From performing for President Clinton, the NY Mets, and the Queen of England, to being credited as the comedian who opened the door for female standups on cable TV, in March and April, comedian, writer & animal activist Elayne Boosler will bring her one-of-a-kind wit back home with two rare NYC performances on Saturday, March 29 at 9pm and Friday, April 18 at 9pm at STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street). Known for her thoughtful & feisty political humor and her love of animals, every show she performs also serves to rescue animals in the city in which she is appearing, with all after show merchandise sold 100% for the benefit of local rescue organizations. So come and laugh, meet some of the best local rescuers after the show, maybe even buy something wonderful and save a life!