Eddie Izzard News

OBERON, the American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.)'s second stage and club theater venue, continues its mission to bring exciting and original programming to Boston area audiences. A destination for theater and nightlife on the fringe of Harvard Square, OBERON is the home of the A.R.T.'s hit productions The Lily's Revenge, Futurity, The Donkey Show, Cabaret, Prometheus Bound, and Ryan Landry's Rocky Horror Show, OBERON is also a thriving incubator for local and visiting artists.

She came to worldwide attention thanks to her Total Eclipse of the Heart viral video - and this weekend Christina Bianco is in London doing her Diva Moments cabaret at the Hippodrome!

The Carol Tambor Theatrical Foundation has announced the winner of this year's The Carol Tambor Best of Edinburgh Award, the highest honor at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The winner of The Carol Tambor Best of Edinburgh Award was announced at the closing ceremonies of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe on Friday, August 23 at 10:45 AM BST (5:45 AM EST).

David Furr is the stuffy club president in The Explorers Club, a shot of Marx Brothers and a dash of Monty Python, served over the top.

59E59 Theaters announces the 2013 line up for the 8th annual EAST TO EDINBURGH festival, beginning today, July 9 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 28.

Stage Left Theatre is pleased to announce the programming for its 32nd season. The company will offer three mainstage productions that examine the concept of responsibility. Parents, teachers, law enforcement officers-they have a responsibility to guide us and look out for us. Season 32 examines what happens if they can't. Or won't.

The Public Theater announced today that Kevin Kline will reprise his Tony Award-winning role of The Pirate King with Glenn Close as Ruth, Eric Idle as the Sergeant, and Martin Short as Major-General Stanley in the one-night-only concert performance of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE for The Public's annual gala. Co-chaired by Sir Howard Stringer, Arielle Tepper Madover, and Renee Beaumont, this unforgettable summer evening will also honor the late Nora Ephron who was a long-time board member and consummate lover of The Public's Shakespeare in the Park.

59E59 Theaters announces the 2013 line up for the 8th annual EAST TO EDINBURGH festival, beginning on Tuesday, July 9 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 28.

Sarah Silverman, Seth Meyers, Joan Rivers, Eddie Izzard, Taran Killam & Bobby Moynihan, Nick Kroll, Amy Schumer, Colin Quinn, Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, Kristen Schaal, Bo Burnham, Hannibal Buress, Danny Bhoy, Marc Maron, Pete Holmes, Tig Notaro, Maria Bamford, and Judah Friedlander highlight the opening lineup announcements for this year's Montreal Just For Laughs Festival presented by Videotron in association with Loto-Québec. Comprised of some of the biggest female names in comedy, living legends, hottest stars, and brightest emerging talents, this year's lineup promises to be both the biggest and best in the Festival's history.

Actor and comedian Eddie Izzard plans to run for Mayor of London in 2019, according to a report in The Mirror. 'People say, 'Well, you're a bit woolly' and 'You're really not informed'; 'You're not this' and 'You're not that,' Izzard said, 'But I realise those attacks are going to happen and you have to push through to get to a better place.'

Charismatic actor and comedian, Cedric 'The Entertainer,' best known for performances in such hit films as 'Barbershop,' 'Be Cool,' 'Madagascar' and 'Intolerable Cruelty,' among countless others, will be visiting the MGM Grand Theater at Foxwoods for one night only when he performs his gut busting routine tonight, May 10 at 9 p.m.

The Public Theater announced today that Kevin Kline will reprise his Tony Award-winning role of The Pirate King with Glenn Close as Ruth, Eric Idle as the Sergeant, and Martin Short as Major-General Stanley in the one-night-only concert performance of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE for The Public's annual gala. Co-chaired by Sir Howard Stringer, Arielle Tepper Madover, and Renee Beaumont, this unforgettable summer evening will also honor the late Nora Ephron who was a long-time board member and consummate lover of The Public's Shakespeare in the Park.

SHOWTIME announces its line-up for 2013 Summer/Fall programming!

Russell Brand will take BrandX back to his hometown roots in London, England on Thursday, March 7 and Thursday, March 14 for his full-hour live show on FX. Both shows will take place at the Duchess Theatre in Soho and broadcast at its new time of 11:00 PM ET/PT. Emmy(R) nominated stand-up comic Eddie Izzard and musician Noel Gallagher will guest star on March 7; (Guest stars for March 14 are TBD).

Whether he's singing an ode to 'queer tattoos,' telling his potential paramour all the things he won't be doing for her, or lamenting his new vegan lifestyle, Stephen Lynch will always consider himself 'a musician trapped in the body of a comedian.' Comix At Foxwoods will give guests the chance to witness his hilarity when he visits Fox Theater at Foxwoods tonight, Feb. 23, 2013 at 8 p.m.

NBC has just debuted the first trailer for its upcoming series HANNIBAL, featuring one of the most fascinating literary characters: psychiatrist-turned-serial killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter. In this new drama from Bryan Fuller ('Pushing Daisies,' 'Heroes'), based on the characters from Thomas Harris' classic novels, we see where this incredible story began. Check out a first look below!

NBC's Hannibal has (finally) received a premiere date. HANNIBAL, featuring one of the most fascinating literary characters: psychiatrist-turned-serial killer, will officially premiere on April 4 at 10PM. The drama adaptation of of Thomas Harris' novels takes the time slot formerly held by the short-lived DO NO HARM.

NBC has just debuted the first promo art for its upcoming series HANNIBAL, featuring one of the most fascinating literary characters: psychiatrist-turned-serial killer, Dr. Hannibal Lecter. In this new drama from Bryan Fuller ('Pushing Daisies,' 'Heroes'), based on the characters from Thomas Harris' classic novels, we see where this incredible story began. Check out a first look below!

Local funnyman, Nick DiPaolo, is set to return to Comix At Foxwoods this April after a two year hiatus, having last performed there in May 2011 when he shot his critically acclaimed hour-long special, "Raw Nerve" for Showtime. DiPaolo's hilarious act will be featured on Thursday, Apr. 18 at 8 p.m., Friday, Apr. 19 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Apr. 20 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and are $25 for general advance admission ($35 the day of), while VIP advance admission tickets are $50 ($60 the day of). A two-drink minimum applies to all tickets. The show is 21+ and is for mature audiences only.

Billed by Dennis Miller as "the next really big comedian" and described by fans as 'acerbic and brilliant,' Colin Kane has proven himself to be a force in comedic circles. This April, Kane will take the Comix stage for the first time for four highly-anticipated shows beginning on Thursday, Apr. 11 at 8 p.m., with additional shows on Friday, Apr. 12 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Apr. 13 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. These shows are not for the faint of heart or easily offended, lines will be crossed and common decency will be left at the door. Fans will be welcomed to witness a "Nasty Show with Colin Kane" during his final uproarious performance.