Fred Armisen News

Comedian, actor, writer, and musician Fred Armisen will lead a new music docuseries for CNN, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look into Universal Music Group's vaults, which form the world’s largest music archives. 

Netflix Is a Joke Fest is back. The week-long extravaganza will once again bring together comedy's biggest names, including Rachel Bloom, Bill Burr, Alex Edelman, Jeff Hiller, Bob Odenkirk, Martin Short, Sarah Silverman, and many more.

John Mulaney will bring Mister Whatever to the Mahalia Jackson Theater for Performing Arts  next month. The event is on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 7:30PM.

Joe McGinty & The Loser's Lounge have released a new single from their upcoming holiday album, coming in 2026. Listen to 'Winter World Of Love,' now, which features lead vocals by Tony Award-winning actor and musician Michael Cerveris.

The Peacock original documentary “Downey Wrote That,” about the career of Jim Downey, is set to premiere Oct. 17. The hourlong film explores the sketches, contributions, and enduring influence of the SNL comedy writer.

Comedian, writer, producer, and musician Fred Armisen is this year’s recipient of the annual Ernie Kovacs Award at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 22, at the historic Texas Theatre.

Steppenwolf Theatre will present Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein from the Emmy-nominated TV show Portlandia will bring their new tour A Visit From Portlandia with Fred and Carrie. Learn more!

Lucha VaVoom, the unique live Mexican wrestling show mixed with the most flamboyant entertainment acts on the planet, will make its UK debut in London at The Troxy.

During a recent visit to The Tonight Show, Tony Award-winner David Byrne shared how his American Utopia stage show led him to an unexpected side gig. Watch the interview now!

Get ready for a night of laughs with Jon Stewart, John Mulaney, and Pete Davidson when they take to the stage in Belmont Park, NY at UBS Arena on October 15.  

The Hulu Original comedy series Deli Boys has been renewed for a second season from Onyx Collective and 20th Television. Fred Armisen will join the sophomore season as a series regular, alongside Asif Ali, Saagar Shaikh, and Poorna Jagannathan.

You can now get a first look at Jenna Fischer and more in rehearsals for Ashland Avenue at Goodman Theatre. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!

Netflix has unveiled the trailer for Part 2 of Wednesday Season 2, officially revealing the return of fan-favorite character Principal Weems. Check out the trailer now.

Netflix has ordered a third season of Wednesday, the Addams Family-inspired series following Jenna Ortega's Wednesday Addams. Season 3 details, casting, and additional information will be shared at a later time.

Bob Mould will be at The Grammy Museum’s intimate 200-seat Clive Davis Theater on August 25 for a conversation with comedian/writer/musician and music fan Fred Armisen.

Netflix has released the official trailer for Season 2 of Wednesday, with a soundtrack featuring the iconic organ part from Broadway's The Phantom of the Opera. Check it out, along with new photos of the cast!

Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein, the Emmy-nominated creators and stars of the hit sketch comedy series Portlandia, are heading back on tour with A Visit from Portlandia with Fred and Carrie.

Saturday Night Live’s 50th Anniversary exhibit, “SNL: Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of Music,' is now open at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio.

Kentucky Performing Arts will present Fred Armisen in his acclaimed live show Comedy for Musicians but Everyone is Welcome on Tuesday, June 24 at 7:00 PM at Old Forester’s Paristown Hall.

Netflix recently previewed the anticipated second season of Wednesday by sharing the first six minutes of the new season at Netflix Tudum 2025. Watch it here.