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Braunger's second one-hour stand-up special, “Big, Dumb Animal,” was filmed at The Bell House in Brooklyn. In front of a live audience, Braunger delves into why being 39 is lamer than being 40, the absurdity of a quiet Jägerbomb, why his hometown of Portland is too nice of a place, and what it is to be a big dumb animal with an anger problem. Also, how he got the nickname “Peaches.”

Matt Braunger comes crashing through the woods in his return to Comedy Central in the world premiere of "Matt Braunger: Big, Dumb Animal" on Friday, February 6 at Midnight ET/PT. Braunger's second one-hour stand-up special, "Big, Dumb Animal," was filmed at The Bell House in Brooklyn. In front of a live audience, Braunger delves into why being 39 is lamer than being 40, the absurdity of a quiet Jagerbomb, why his hometown of Portland is too nice of a place, and what it is to be a big dumb animal with an anger problem. Also, how he got the nickname "Peaches."

The Mission Theater, founded by Chicago improv comedy legends TJ Jagodowski and David Pasquesi, presents a special New Year's Eve performance of their critically-acclaimed improv show "TJ & Dave" on December 31, 2014 at 10 p.m.

Paul Stein and THE SOLO COLLECTIVE (L.A.'s only Solo Collective company) in residence at VS. THEATRE COMPANY have announced the world premiere of THE SERIOUSLY NEUROTIC DREAM OF MARY SHELLEY, written and performed by Carla Cackowski and directed by Jane Morris. THE SERIOUSLY NEUROTIC DREAM OF MARY SHELLEY will perform on Sunday, December 7 at 7pm; Tuesday, December 9 at 8pm & Sunday, December 14 at 7pm at VS. Theatre Company, 5453 W. Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles.

Magnet Theater presents The Sixth Annual New York Musical Improv Festival from today, October 16 - 19, 2014 at 254 W. 29th Street, ground floor (between 7th and 8th Avenues), NYC.

TJ Jagodowski and David Pasquesi of the renowned improvisational duo 'TJ & Dave' announce the full lineup of diverse programming for The Mission Theater. Located inside the new iO Theater building (1501 N. Kingsbury), The Mission Theater presents an assortment of incredible entertainment every day of the week, from live music to hysterical comedy including the long-running, critically acclaimed 'TJ & Dave' as well as the centerpiece of the new theater's repertoire 'TRAP,' a sketch revue directed by Jagodowski and Pasquesi.

Magnet Theater presents The Sixth Annual New York Musical Improv Festival from October 16 - 19, 2014 at 254 W. 29th Street, ground floor (between 7th and 8th Avenues), NYC. Tickets are now available for purchase at www.nymif.com. Most tickets are $10-$15 and feature performances by two to four different musical improv acts per show.

After a wildly successful first year, Paul Stein and THE SOLO COLLECTIVE (L.A.'s only Solo Collective company) in residence at VS. THEATRE COMPANY is thrilled to announce its second annual SOLO COLLECTIVE, with three solo shows performing this Fall: Opening with the World Premiere of Antonio Sacre's THE STORYTELLER; a special return engagement of Drew Droege's BRIGHT PATTERNS AND BOLD COLORS and closing with the world premiere of Carla Cackowski's GAL INVINCIBLE. Antonio Sacre in THE STORYTELLER, directed by Paul Stein, will preview on Sunday, September 7 and will open on Friday, September 12 at 8pm and run through Sunday, September 28 at the new home of VS. Theatre Company, 5453 W. Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles.

After taking a month off for a little summer vacation (and by vacation we mean teaching our first round of improv classes and some cast members traveling to NYC to perform at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for The Del Close Marathon), we can't wait to be back on stage!

After taking a month off for a little summer vacation (and by vacation we mean teaching our first round of improv classes and some cast members traveling to NYC to perform at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for The Del Close Marathon), we can't wait to be back on stage!

Columbia native and New York actor Martha Hearn and USC professor Cathy Brookshire will lead intensive workshops this summer at Columbia Children's Theatre in Improvisation, Clowning and Stage Combat. Martha will lead CCT's Improv Intensive June 23-27 from 9 am to 12:30 pm and she and Cathy will team up for Big Top Buffoonery the same week from 1 pm to 4:30 pm.

QWEIRDO! is a recurring showcase of Chicago's top gay comedians and improvisers coming together on Sundays to make you laugh in the way that only your gay best friend (or a drunk Jessica Lange) can. The anchor improv team is 'ThoraBirch' featuring Drew Anderson, Thom Gaughan, and Derek Van Barham. They will invite different gay groups and solo acts to perform with them each Sunday.

DSI Comedy Theater has settled into its new home. The Triangle comedy mainstay is breaking in its new stage with a month of special appearances from notable performers from around the country. Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17, DSI is welcoming Key and Peele Writer and Co-Producer Rich Talarico for two 8:30 p.m. shows and workshops throughout the weekend. Tickets cost $10. Tickets, more information about the shows and more information on the workshops is available online at www.dsicomedy.com. DSI Comedy Theater's new location is 462 W. Franklin St.

ImprovBoston and the Chicago-based nationally acclaimed Improvised Shakespeare Company join forces for one night only to create a fully improvised, fully comedic Shakespearean masterpiece. Starting from a single audience suggestion, the Company uses Shakespeare's themes and language to bring an unforgettable evening of off-the-cuff comedy. Nothing has been planned out, rehearsed, or written. All of the dialogue is spoken for the first (and last) time, the characters are created on spot, and nobody - not even the actors themselves - know where the show is headed. The night could reveal a tragedy, comedy, or history. Each play is completely improvised; each play is entirely new.

The next improv class/workshops are set for today, Jan 23 7-10 & Sun Feb 2nd 3-6 at Standard Toykraft. Details below!

The next improv class/workshops are set for Thurs Jan 23 7-10 & Sun Feb 2nd 3-6 at Standard Toykraft. Details below!

Bay Street Theatre presents 'The Upright Citizens Brigade Tour Company' on Thanksgiving Weekend! Mark your calendar for tonight, November 30 at 8 pm.

The most wonderful time of the year is underway as Goodman Theatre's A Christmas Carol begins its 36th annual production. Directing the holiday favorite for the first time, Henry Wishcamper's production features all-new on stage magic-set elements, special effects and more. The cast of 27 (below, includes 14 new and 13 returning cast members) stars Larry Yando, who most recently appeared in Mary Zimmerman's production of The Jungle Book as Shere Khan, in his sixth turn as Ebenezer Scrooge and 8-year-old Matthew Abraham as Tiny Tim for the second year. A Christmas Carol runs now through December 28 in the Goodman's Albert Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

The most wonderful time of the year is underway as rehearsals begin this week for Goodman Theatre's A Christmas Carol, 'a joyous present for the entire family' (Chicago Sun-Times), in its 36th annual production. Directing the holiday favorite for the first time, Henry Wishcamper's production features all-new on stage magic-set elements, special effects and more. The cast of 27 (below, includes 14 new and 13 returning cast members) stars Larry Yando, who most recently appeared in Mary Zimmerman's production of The Jungle Book as Shere Khan, in his sixth turn as Ebenezer Scrooge and 8-year-old Matthew Abraham as Tiny Tim for the second year. A Christmas Carol runs tonight, November 16 - December 28 in the Goodman's Albert Theatre.

Bay Street Theatre presents 'The Upright Citizens Brigade Tour Company' on Thanksgiving Weekend! Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 30 at 8 pm.