BWW Interviews: LA Meteorologist Fritz Coleman Talks Weather, Stand-up and the El Portal
by Don Grigware
- Aug 9, 2010
Popular KNBC meteorologist/funny man Fritz Coleman brings his new show An Evening with Fritz Coleman/On the Fritz to the El Portal Theatre in NoHo August 19-22 only. Coleman certainly needs no introduction to Angelenos as he has been reporting the weather three times daily in his own inimitable style for the past 27 years on Channel 4. In our talk, he discusses the new show, his roots, his favorite comics and even explains a little about the whys of the fantastic summer weather we've been experiencing.
Mark Palmer's THE BEST MEDICINE Plays On Broadway Aug 3-21
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 3, 2010
We have all heard the saying 'laughter is the best medicine' and there is a valid reason behind that statement - laughing is good for you! Laughter not only makes the journey through life endurable and enjoyable, it also helps keep us healthy.
Seinfeld-Helmed 'Colin Quinn Long Story Short' Extends NYC Run Thru Sept. 4
by Jessica Lewis
- Jul 28, 2010
Former 'Saturday Night Live' cast member and writer Colin Quinn will return to the New York City scene when he debuts his new one-man show 'Colin Quinn Long Story Short' directed by Jerry Seinfeld. Due to popular demand, the show will extend its run through Saturday, September 4 at the Bleecker Street Theatre (located at 45 Bleecker Street between Bowery and Lafayette Street). The production began performances on Saturday, June 19th and will now play an eleven week limited engagement.
Jerry Seinfeld-Whoopi Goldberg Headline Arsht Center's 'Comedy Planet'
by Beau Higgins
- Jul 27, 2010
The COMEDY SERIES kicks off with the iconic American comic, JERRY SEINFELD, appearing in two stand up performances on November 6, 2010. In a rare solo appearance, entertainment legend and comedy queen WHOOPI GOLDBERG performs for one night only on January 15, 2011. NPR's award-winning comedy quiz show WAIT WAIT...DON'T TELL ME!, jumps straight off the airwaves and into the Knight Concert Hall February 3 and 4, 2011 for a series of live performances and audio tapings to air on NPR Member Stations. CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY, the show where surprise guest stars read from the real and really hilarious memoirs of their celebrity colleagues, takes Miami by storm, April 28-May 8, 2011.
Orleans Summer Comedy Series Closes with Tom Papa, 8/27-28
by Nicolas Coburn
- Jul 22, 2010
The Orleans Summer Comedy Series starring comedian, actor and host of NBC's The Marriage Ref Tom Papa closes out the summer August 27 and 28. Joining Papa for this final Comedy Series engagement for 2010 is Greg Giraldo.
Aurora Funny Fridays Begins 4th Season on 7/23 with Rob Cleveland
by BWW
News Desk
- Jul 23, 2010
Four years ago there was no place to see live club comedy in Gwinnett. Aurora Theatre was a pioneer in blazing the trail for comedy with our booming series Funny Fridays. Today, it might be a little easier to see stand-up in Gwinnett, but if you want the top comedians in the best atmosphere, Aurora Theatre continues to stay ahead of the curve.
VH1 Premieres Weight-Loss Show 'Money Hungry,' 8/2
by Nicolas Coburn
- Jul 21, 2010
With America's obesity epidemic at an all-time high, the struggle to shed pounds has become an obsession. But what many Americans are finding is that good health and good looks aren't motivation enough to put down the fries. So this summer, VH1 is giving viewers a never-before-seen comedic look at a weight loss competition using the greatest American motivator of all... MONEY! That's right, 'Money Hungry,' premiering Monday, August 2 at 9:00 PM* puts $10,000 of the contestants' own money on the line to encourage them to drop those unwanted pounds once and for all. Tune in to see the drama, laughs and tears as these overweight teams fight to lose their fat and not their money!
Mark Palmer's THE BEST MEDICINE Plays On Broadway Aug 3-21
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Jul 20, 2010
We have all heard the saying 'laughter is the best medicine' and there is a valid reason behind that statement - laughing is good for you! Laughter not only makes the journey through life endurable and enjoyable, it also helps keep us healthy.
Jerry Seinfeld-Whoopi Goldberg Headline Arsht Center's 'Comedy Planet'
by Beau Higgins
- Jul 19, 2010
The COMEDY SERIES kicks off with the iconic American comic, JERRY SEINFELD, appearing in two stand-up performances on November 6, 2010. In a rare solo appearance, entertainment legend and comedy queen WHOOPI GOLDBERG performs for one night only on January 15, 2011. NPR's award-winning comedy quiz show WAIT WAIT...DON'T TELL ME!, jumps straight off the airwaves and into the Knight Concert Hall February 3 and 4, 2011 for a series of live performances and audio tapings to air on NPR Member Stations. CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY, the show where surprise guest stars read from the real and really hilarious memoirs of their celebrity colleagues, takes Miami by storm, April 28-May 8, 2011.
Aurora Funny Fridays Begins 4th Season on 7/23 with Rob Cleveland
by Lauren Wolman
- Jul 15, 2010
Four years ago there was no place to see live club comedy in Gwinnett. Aurora Theatre was a pioneer in blazing the trail for comedy with our booming series Funny Fridays. Today, it might be a little easier to see stand-up in Gwinnett, but if you want the top comedians in the best atmosphere, Aurora Theatre continues to stay ahead of the curve.
Jerry Seinfeld To Return To Standup At Miami's Arsht Center
by Beau Higgins
- Jul 13, 2010
Jerry Seinfeld, star of the megahit TV series SEINFELD is hitting the road in a return to his first love - stand-up comedy. Recently hailed as 'the master stand-up comic of his generation' and 'the best comedian of our time' in a Washington Post article by Tom Shales, SEINFELD has an uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere. SEINFELD now sets his sights on performing his material across the country in 2010.
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