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Date of Death: May 16, 1984 (35)

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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VIDEO: Mary Mack Needs A Man-Sized Mound Of Mashed Potatoes
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2018


Mary Mack appeared on last night's CONAN, where she talked about how she wants to crawl inside a mound of mashed potatoes and wait out the Trump presidency. Watch the clip below!

NYC PodFest Announces Lineup For Its 2018 Festival
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2018


ThisMyShow Industries and Existence Media present NYC PodFest, a celebration of live podcasting from around the world, with 3 days of programming on two stages at the Abrons Arts Center on the Lower East Side from April 6th-8th, 2018. This year's festival features shows from Earwolf, Forever Dog, Cadence13, Headgum, Westwood One, Smodcast, and UCB Comedy Podcast Network featuring talent from The State, Kids In The Hall, CNN, AMC, Showtime, Comedy Central, Improv Everywhere, CollegeHumor and more!

the kates at Chicago Improv Welcomes Chicago's Female Comedians
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2018


Chicago comedian and kates creator Kelsie Huff hosts the all-female comedy showcase at the legendary comedy club, The Improv. the kates, a ten-year comedy showcase created by Kelsie Huff and featuring the funniest female stand-ups in Chicago, perform at the Chicago Improv on Jan. 25th 7:30pm for One Night Only! Why all ladies? Why not!

The Actor's Hub Brings Four Shows With Four Men Over Four Weeks
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2018


FOUR men performing four shows across four weeks including one focusing on the impact of a coward punch make up The Actors' Hub offering 4x4x4 at this year's Fringe World. All directed by Amanda Crewes at their East Perth headquarters, the actors are performing a different show each night: Know Your Enemy, One Punch Wonder, Pool (no water) and Why?

ABBA, Elton John Among Upcoming REELZ Specials & Original Series
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 2, 2018


REELZ today announced original programming for winter, spring and early summer 2018 including six new original series, new episodes of five returning viewer favorites and four new specials.

Tony Clifton and The Cliftones Coming to the Iridium Next Week
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2017


Tony Clifton is one of the most enigmatic, outrageous and disturbing comedians on the face of the earth. Discovered by Andy Kaufman, Tony entertained, offended and startled millions.

Tony Clifton and The Cliftones Coming to the Iridium Next Week
by BWW News Desk - Oct 27, 2017


Tony Clifton is one of the most enigmatic, outrageous and disturbing comedians on the face of the earth. Discovered by Andy Kaufman, Tony entertained, offended and startled millions.

VIDEO: Netflix Shares First Look at Jim Carrey in Documentary JIM & ANDY
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 19, 2017


Jim Carrey featured in Netflix's new documentary JIM & ANDY, premiering globally on November 17th.

ACE from Emmy Winner Ted Greenberg Races Off-Broadway
by Julie Musbach - Oct 1, 2017


Lyle Courtney Productions announces that the world premiere of Ace, a beat-the-clock comedy written and performed by Emmy Award-winning Letterman writer Ted Greenberg, races into The Marjorie S. Deane Theater (10 West 64th Street). Elizabeth Margid (Alice Eve Cohen's What I Thought I Knew, Matthew Maguire's Wild Man in Rome) directs.

CBS' Watch! Magazine Debuts Redesign In September/October 2017 Issue
by TV News Desk - Sep 26, 2017


CBS' Watch!, an elegant leisure/entertainment magazine offering a rare and glamorous window into the lives of television and film's biggest stars, today announced its redesign, which will be unveiled in its September/October 2017 issue.

Reformed Whores Bring GRAND OLE CUNTRY to the Cutting Room
by Julie Musbach - Sep 23, 2017


In this politically divided climate, Reformed Whores, the hilariously irreverent musical comedy duo, strive to put on a fun show that brings people - no matter what gender, race or political leaning- together with dick jokes!

Netflix Acquires Chris Smith's JIM & ANDY: THE GREAT BEYOND
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 11, 2017


Netflix announced today, out of this year's Toronto International Film Festival, that it has acquired worldwide rights to director Chris Smith's fascinating deep dive into actor Jim Carrey's time spent portraying famed and complicated comedian Andy Kaufman.

the kates Come to Chicago Improv 10/12
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2017


Chicago comedian and kates creator Kelsie Huff hosts the all-female comedy showcase at the legendary comedy club, The Improv. the kates, a ten-year comedy showcase created by Kelsie Huff and featuring the funniest female stand-ups in Chicago, perform at the Chicago Improv on Oct. 12th 7:30pm for One Night Only! Why all ladies? Why not!

Celebrate Halloween with Tony Clifton at the Iridium
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2017


In a rare appearance, the famous lounge lizard Tony Clifton will perform a pair of Halloween shows at The Iridium in New York City.

Ellen's Stardust Diner Showcase, Anna Nalick, Tony Clifton and More Coming Up at The Iridium
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2017


The Iridium has revealed four just-announced shows, plus its upcoming lineup. Scroll down for details!

getTV to Celebrate Birthday of 'Queen of Comedy' Lucille Ball', 8/6
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 4, 2017


This August 6 will mark the 116th anniversary of the birth of TV's all-time “queen of comedy,” Lucille Ball, and getTV is celebrating with three back to back one hour series episodes featuring guest appearances by Lucy.

Toronto International Film Festival Announces Documentary Lineup
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 1, 2017


The Toronto International Film Festival's® 2017 documentary programme presents a distinct collection of works from award-winning directors with an increased number of World Premieres and potential awards contenders.

THE RISE AND FALL OF MARCUS MONROE Gets Special Two-Night Preview
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 14, 2017


???????Presented by Eva Price and co-written by Josh Koenigsberg, a writer for Netflix's award-winning hit Orange is the New Black, comes the World Premiere of The Rise and Fall of Marcus Monroe. When Marcus takes the stage, you can't help but take notice. Marcus Monroe (winner of the 2012 Andy Kauffman Award) combines innovative juggling with his unique brand of comedic energy in The Rise and Fall of Marcus Monroe, a feat of spectacle story-telling by the “Rock Star of Jugglers” (New York Press).

Chicago's Landmark Avalon Regal Theater Goes Hologram
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2017


Hologram USA Networks Inc.  today announced a partnership with Chicago's historic Avalon Regal Theater to install its patented hologram technology on a permanent basis, allowing live artists to be "beamed" in by telepresence, and for performances by Hologram USA's recreated stars from the past.  The Avalon Regal and the Hologram USA theater in Los Angeles, will be the first full time dedicated hologram theaters in the United States, and their launch kicks off a campaign to build and install 100 theaters nationwide. The network of theaters will be supported by Hologram USA Networks and the FilmOn TV and FOTV Media Group.

The Cutting Room to Present HARRISON GREENBAUM: WHAT JUST HAPPENED?
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2017


Harrison Greenbaum returns to the Cutting Room on Tuesday April 18th with 'What Just Happened?' a one-night comedy event that combines lighting quick punchlines with mind-blowing magic.

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