Ambitious and groundbreaking, comedian, actor (TBS's "Sullivan & Son") and host of the popular weekly podcast "Why Didn't They Laugh" on the Sideshow Network, Owen Benjamin announced his latest comedic mission to his fans in search of support. Owen has announced that he will write in just one week and perform an entirely new 60 minutes of comedic material comprised of suggestions from fans and friends of the comedian for his shows this Thursday through Saturday at the Brea, CA Improv. Owen is seeking content for this new comedy set by asking fans to submit suggestions via email and social media. "Send me what you want to hear me talk about, what is important to you, bothers you, you love, anything" shared Owen. The comedian is not looking for jokes, just searching for premises for him to write jokes.
Carolines on Broadway announces its line-up for the month of November 2015, highlighted by headliners Jim Florentine, from VH-1's "That Metal Show" and SiriusXM Radio's "Opie Radio," on November 1; Justin Willman, from his Comedy Central's "@midnight" and his stand-up special "Sleight of Mouth," November 5 - 8; and MANY more!
The award-winning series MetroFocus premieres new episodes in the New York and tri-state region weeknights at 5 p.m. on WLIW21, 5:30 p.m. on NJTV and 6 p.m. on THIRTEEN. All episodes are available at metrofocus.org following the broadcast.
The award-winning series MetroFocus premieres new episodes in the New York and tri-state region weeknights at 5 p.m. on WLIW21, 5:30 p.m. on NJTV and 6 p.m. on THIRTEEN. All episodes are available at metrofocus.org following the broadcast.
Chili Challis, nationally known comic and former writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, will storm the Yellow Barn in Ann Arbor on November 1 at 8pm with his mischievous grin and endearing style. Part of Emergent Arts' The UNclub's series, The Legends of Comedy, Chili is taking a break from his blistering Damn Funny Tour that has been tearing up the Midwest and Eastern U.S. to come spend a special night with his devotees. One night only, November 1 at 8pm. Tickets are $10 General Admission, available on-line at www.emergentarts.com.
Grab your lamp and flying carpet for the Diamond Edition of Disney's Aladdin, which was just re-released on Blu-ray and Digital HD. The 1992 animated musical fantasy film was produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released by Walt Disney Pictures, marking the 31st animated feature in the Walt Disney Animated Classics series, and was part of the Disney film era known as the Disney Renaissance. Some of the stars of the Broadway production and voices of the original movie characters joined forces earlier this week to celebrate the release and BroadwayWorld was on hand to chat with the whole gang!
New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) located at 1 Center Street in Newark, New Jersey presents Gilbert Gottfried. Gilbert Gottfried, the outspoken comedian known equally for voicing animated kids' characters and for testing the boundaries of good taste, presents an evening of standup featuring his signature brand of irreverent, foul-mouthed hilarity on Friday, March 11, 2016 at 8PM.
Grab your lamp and flying carpet for the Diamond Edition of Disney's Aladdin, which was just re-released on Blu-ray and Digital HD. Below, check out an exclusive clip featuring Alan Menken as he discusses the treasure trove of material that he and Howard Ashman wrote that didn't make it into the film. Part of doing the show on Broadway was an homage to his dear friend and collaborator's wonderful work.
Grab your lamp and flying carpet for the Diamond Edition of Disney's Aladdin, which was just re-released on Blu-ray and Digital HD. Below, check out an exclusive clip about the song "Proud of Your Boy" and the personal victory for Tom Schumacher and Alan Menken as it was a beautiful song written by Howard Ashman. They discuss how difficult it was for Alan Menken when the song was cut.
Need a good laugh? Leave it to Playhouse on Park to supply the smiles as Season Seven Comedy Series kicks off tonight, September 12. The event will feature Ace Aceto, headliner; Liz Barrett, opening act; and Angel Rentas, emcee.
Need a good laugh? Leave it to Playhouse on Park to supply the smiles as Season Seven Comedy Series kicks off on Saturday, September 12. The event will feature Ace Aceto, headliner; Liz Barrett, opening act; and Angel Rentas, emcee.
Penn Jillette and Teller make their long-awaited return to the Broadway stage this summer with Penn & Teller On Broadway, now in performances at the Marquis Theatre (46th Street between Broadway and 8th). The production opened last night, July 12 and will play a strictly limited six-week engagement through August 16. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the red carpet arrivals below!
Jennifer Jiles, (NYC Rockettes) (Kicking & Screaming), is proud to announce her new film, 'Mother of the Week', was nominated for the 'Audience Award' in the 2015 Hoboken International Film Festival at last week's gala, hosted by Gilbert Gottfried, with special Guest, Mike Starr, accepting his Lifetime Achievement Award.
June 13 will be the third in a fun series at The Mix with an all star performance by the very best comics who have appeared at The Mix UNclub Sunday night standup show. Show starts at 8 pm at The Mix Studio Theater, 8 N. Washington, Ypsilanti, MI 48197. All seats $10, available at www.emergentarts.com.
AOL announced today that the Emmy-nominated original series 'Park Bench with Steve Buscemi' will return for a second season on Thursday, June 18th. Created by and starring Steve Buscemi, 'Park Bench' features Steve and his famous friends sitting down to discuss the special people, places, and spirit that embody to the true essence of New York City.
The second season of Hulu's Original DEADBEAT will launch on Monday, April 20th. Check out teaser art at left and an all-new teaser trailer for the new season below!
