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TBS Just For Laughs Chicago has announced the addition of Russell Brand, Pete Holmes, Paul F. Tompkins, Brian Posehn, Doug Benson, Todd Glass, Scott Adsit, Kevin Dorff, Jon Glaser, TJ & Dave, Horatio Sanz, Matt Walsh, Brad Morris and Joe Nunez to its 5th anniversary festival line-up. America's biggest comedy festival also announced the addition of a second Nick Swardson show at The Vic to accommodate tremendous demand, and director Paul Feig (Bridesmaids) will make a special appearance to introduce an advance screening of his new movie The Heat at Kerasotes ShowPlace ICON on June 11.

TBS Just For Laughs Chicago has announced the addition of Russell Brand, Pete Holmes, Paul F. Tompkins, Brian Posehn, Doug Benson, Todd Glass, Scott Adsit, Kevin Dorff, Jon Glaser, TJ & Dave, Horatio Sanz, Matt Walsh, Brad Morris and Joe Nunez to its 5th anniversary festival line-up.

The only female and youngest comedian to hold the title of NBC'S “Last Comic Standing,” Iliza Shlesinger will return to Comix At Foxwoods to take the stage for four shows beginning Thursday, June 20 at 8 p.m. Additional shows will be held on Friday, June 21 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 22 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tickets are currently available in advance for $25 for general admission ($35 day of) and $50 for VIP admission ($60 day of). This show is for mature audiences only. A two drink minimum applies to all tickets.

Emmy Award nominee, Colin Jost, will appear on the Comix stage for the first time ever for four performances on Thursday, June 13 at 8 p.m., Friday, June 14 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 15 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Fans are welcomed to witness a "Nasty Show with Colin Jost" during his final uproarious performance.

ALMA Award nominee, Gabriel Iglesias, will look to end the weekend at Comix on a good note, as he visits the MGM Grand Theater at Foxwoods on Sunday, Sept. 1 at 9 p.m. Tickets are currently available for presale through Comix and Ticketmaster and regular tickets are set to go on sale tomorrow, Friday, April 26 at 10 a.m. Fans can purchase tickets in advance for $40, $50 and $60. This show is for mature audiences only.

One of Variety's '10 Comics To Watch,' Moshe Kasher will take the stage in front of Comix audiences for the first time for four performances beginning Thursday, June 6 at 8 p.m. with additional performances Friday, June 7 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, June 8 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Fans are welcomed to witness a 'Nasty Show with Moshe Kasher' during his final uproarious performance.

South Beach Comedy Festival returns to Miami Beach today, April 17 th to Sunday, April 21 st, for another stellar comedy showcase featuring some of the world's most favorite entertainers.

Tickets go on sale Fri. April 12th at 11 am for comedian/actor BILL BURR's June 14th Palace Theatre show (8 pm), and also for the Irish singing quintet CELTIC THUNDER's October 16th 7:30 pm concert "Mythology" in the State Theatre.

On the upcoming episode of FOX's NEW GIRL, viewers will meet Nick's mom, played by Margo Martingdale, as well as his brother Jamie, comedian Nick Kroll and cousin Bobby, actor Bill Burr. Below EW.com gives you an exclusive first look at the upcoming episode airing Tuesday, March 26 at 9:00 pm/ET on FOX.

April is Stand-Up Month on Comedy Central featuring four premiere stand-up specials throughout the month, as well as the eighth annual South Beach Comedy Festival.

The Aces of Comedy series at The Mirage Hotel & Casino features one of the country's most comprehensive and diverse comedic line-ups. The 1, 265-seat Terry Fator Theatre at The Mirage hosts more than 100 annual performances featuring the below comedians.

South Beach Comedy Festival returns to Miami Beach Wednesday, April 17 th to Sunday, April 21 st, for another stellar comedy showcase featuring some of the world's most favorite entertainers.

Seattle Theatre Group (STG) announces the following concerts going on sale this week.

The Mirage Hotel & Casino will welcome comedian Bill Burr to the resort when he makes his Aces of Comedy debut at the Terry Fator Theatre May 17 - 18 at 10 p.m. nightly. Burr is one of the top comedic voices of his generation, achieving success in TV and film as well as the live stage.

James Braly's LIFE IN A MARITAL INSTITUTION has been announced as one of the closing night shows of the upcoming New York Comedy Festival. The critically acclaimed one-man show, written and performed by This American Life contributor James Braly, returns to New York City from its national tour for the first time since its sold-out Off-Broadway run. The special performance tonight, November 11, 2012 at Stage 72 (formerly the Triad Theatre) will be followed by a talk-back with producer Meredith Vieira.

COMEDY CENTRAL and Jon Stewart's Busboy Productions welcomes an all-star cast for its biennial autism benefit, NIGHT OF TOO MANY STARS: AMERICA COMES TOGETHER FOR AUTISM PROGRAMS. Taping on Saturday, October 13 from the Beacon Theatre in New York City, the benefit for Autism programs, schools, and services will feature Stewart hosting an evening filled with live performances, sketches and short films from a roster of comedy all-stars. 'Night of Too Many Stars' airs on COMEDY CENTRAL tonight, October 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.

COMEDY CENTRAL previously announced that international superstar Katy Perry joined the all-star roster of celebrities participating in the network's biennial autism benefit hosted by Jon Stewart. In honor of this charity, Perry will treat the audience to a one-time only special performance of 'Firework' at NIGHT OF TOO MANY STARS: America Comes Together for Autism Programs.' The special taped in New York City at the Beacon Theatre on Saturday, October 13 and will premiere on COMEDY CENTRAL tonight, October 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Katy Perry and Jodi DiPiazza sang 'Firework' at the Beacon Theater in New York as part of NIGHT OF TOO MANY STARS: America Comes Together for Autism Programs. Hosted by Jon Stewart, the program will raise money for autism programs, schools, and services all over the country. Tune-in for the world premiere on Sunday, October 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central and get a sneak peek at Perry's special performance below!

Broadway's Lawrence Leritz will appear in 'Night Of Too Many Stars', performing in 'Call Me Maybe' with Carly Rae Jepsen and Harvey Keitel. Comedy Central has once again joined forces with Jon Stewart's Busboy Productions for its fourth biennial special event, 'Night of Too Many Stars: America Comes Together for Autism Programs.' Taped at the Beacon Theatre in New York City, the benefit features Jon Stewart hosting an evening filled with live performances, sketches and short films from a roster of comedy and celebrity all-stars. This year's event will premiere on Comedy Central on Sunday, October 21, 2012, at 8/7c.

COMEDY CENTRAL announced that Carly Rae Jepsen, Chris Matthews, Paula Deen, Steve Schirripa and "Jersey Shore" stars Jenni "JWoww" Farley and Sammi "Sweetheart" Giancola will join the star-studded line up for the taping of NIGHT OF TOO MANY STARS America Comes Together For Autism Programs" tonight, October 13 at the Beacon Theatre in New York City. The special will premiere on COMEDY CENTRAL on Sunday, October 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.