Dave Chapelle News

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, comedian Maz Jobrani has rescheduled his upcoming engagement at The Den Theatre, originally scheduled for April 16 a?" 18, 2020.

Pia Chaozon Barlow has been named Senior Vice President of Program Marketing for HBO Max, it was announced today by Chris Spadaccini, Chief Marketing Officer of WarnerMedia Entertainment and Direct-to-Consumer, to whom she will report. It is a homecoming of sorts for Chaozon Barlow, who was responsible for launching some of HBO's most creative campaigns including Girls, Silicon Valley, Boardwalk Empire and The Newsroom, when she served as Director of Advertising & Promotions at HBO until her departure for Netflix in 2014.

Comedian Maz Jobrani brings his stand-up tour to The Den Theatre for three performances only April 16 - 18, 2020 on The Den's Heath Main Stage, 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago. Tehran Von Ghasri opens. Tickets ($35 general admission, $45 - $65 VIP seating) are currently available at www.thedentheatre.com, in person at the The Den box office or by calling (773) 697-3830. Ages 18+.

The Mangina Dialogues is a rare gem of a podcast hosted by stand-up comedian Nick Scopoletti (aka Nick Scopes) and Comedy DJTheGregalicious. The show's unique variety of content makes it a must-listen! Hilarious and insightful, this entertaining and thought-provoking show features an array of refreshing personalities and looks for the humor in real life situations. The title is the brainchild of TheGregalicious and was inspired by the film 'Step Brothers.' He and Nick knew they were onto something special with this bold play on words, and their content is just as innovative and audacious. Fans of artists such as Tom Segura, Joey Diaz, and Dave Chapelle will love this show and its diverse approach to sounds and comedy podcasting! New episodes drop every Sunday and are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play and everywhere else you find your favorite podcasts.

Hackney Empire plans to combine its commitment to community and championing of young people with a programme that revives a variety programme for a modern-day audience and celebrates all genres. Since Artistic Director Yamin Choudury and Executive Director Jo Hemmant were appointed in 2018, the theatre has seen an average of 83% new bookers for many productions - a huge achievement for a 1000+ seater theatre in London.

Compagnia de' Colombari, an international collective of performing artists founded and directed by Karin Coonrod,celebrates the bicentennial of the birth of America's most influential poet, Walt Whitman, with a revival of their acclaimed production More Or Less I Am. Performances begin May 18, 2019 at multiple venues throughout the five boroughs, with most performances being free and open to the public. More information can be found at www.colombari.org.

The SoHo Playhouse announced that THE DAY I BECAME BLACK, created, written and performed by Bill Posley and directed by Bente Engelstoft will be extended through May 6. Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Posley about his career and his current show.

A playful and poignant fairy tale for all ages, THE DRAGON GRISWYND by Carrie Robbins will have its world premier in the Community Space Theater at The Theater for the New City, Crystal Field (Artistic Director), as part of the 2018 Dream Up Festival, committed to wide-ranging, original theatrical visions. THE DRAGON GRISWYND is based on a story by RD Robbins. 

A playful, and poignant fairy tale for all ages, THE DRAGON GRISWYND by Carrie Robbins will have its world premier in the Community Space Theater at The Theater for the New City, Crystal Field (Artistic Director), as part of the 2018 Dream Up Festival, committed to wide-ranging, original theatrical visions. THE DRAGON GRISWYND is based on a story by RDRobbins.

Presenting an unparalleled travel experience on the East Coast, Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa continues to raise the bar in Atlantic City fifteen years after its momentous debut, offering guests an electrifying summer season of the biggest names in entertainment, exclusive culinary experiences, as well as unique casino promotions and special events.

Ars Nova one of the most adventurous Off-Broadway companies (New York Times), piece by piece productions and Z Space present the world premiere of The Lucky Ones, a new musical by The Bengsons and Sarah Gancher (Hundred Days), commissioned and developed by Ars Nova.

Make America wait again? Not a chance. Two all-new stand-up specials from Dave Chappelle. New Year's Eve. Only on Netflix.

Dave Chappelle has never had a problem with white people ever in his life -- but that doesn't mean he always agrees with them. His new stand-up special, Equanimity, streams New Year's Eve. Only on Netflix.

MRWW LLC. is proud to present the inaugural Winter Wonderland Staten Island event to be held at Richmond County Bank Ballpark at St. George, opening November 25, 2017 and running through December 23, 2017. The event will be open Thursdays through Sundays between these dates. Winter Wonderland Staten Island is Staten Island's PREMIERE fully immersive holiday experience for locals and tourists alike. The event will feature a skating rink, 100 long slide called Mounty Liberty, rides, games, a holiday market, and a festive, family friendly atmosphere.

Lenny Bruce was a complex man, and his life is now captured in a solo performance called Lenny Bruce is Back, produced by the Dallas based Bren Rapp and Upstart Productions, and stars Upstart Artistic Director Joey Folsom. The show is unique because despite being a theatrical performance recounting Bruce's life, the show will go on stage at traditional theaters, comedy venues, including iO West in Los Angeles and Second City in Chicago, and even the Dallas Burlesque Club Viva's. It's only appropriate for a man that defied definition throughout his career.

Legendary Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award-winning artists Quincy Jones and Mel Brooks were honored Sunday, March 19 at the Geffen Playhouse's 15th annual fundraiser, Backstage at the Geffen, which honors the accomplishments of leaders in the artistic community and supports the theater's mission to produce original, quality works and engage the community in the live arts.

Downtown Easton creative studio Mercantile Home will present Hedda Lettuce in LETTUCE REJOICE: A Holiday Tradition, at the Acopian Ballroom inside The State Theatre at 453 Northampton Street on Friday, December 9th at 9pm.

TV One salutes comedy genius Eddie Murphy with the network premiere of PBS' Eddie Murphy: The Mark Twain Prize tonight, December 4 at 8 p.m. ET.

TV One salutes comedy genius Eddie Murphy with the network premiere of PBS' Eddie Murphy: The Mark Twain Prize on Friday, December 4 at 8 p.m. ET.

Need a laugh in the midst of all the spooky this Halloween? Come on down to Playhouse on Park for Comedy Night tonight, October 31! Both performances guarantee a night full of uproarious entertainment! Comedy night is hosted by Jess Miller, with opening act from Nicky Sunshine, finishing with headliner Phil Selman.