Joan Rivers News

Margaret Cho continues to be the must-see comedian-actress: she stars in Hulu's EMMY nominated rom-com movie -'Fire Island' (People’s Choice Award, GLAAD Media Award, Dorian TV & Gotham Award winner) with SNL alum Bowen Yang, in Awkwafina’s Nora From Queens and with Iliza Shlesinger in Netflix's 'Good on Paper.' 

Bianca Del Rio has officially announced her new North American stand-up comedy tour titled “Dead Inside.” The tour will take the Drag Race icon to the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston on Friday, March 1, 2024.

 Bianca Del Rio’s new North American stand-up comedy tour “Dead Inside” will stop at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn on Thursday, February 29. Learn more about the show and how to purchase tickets here!

The National Comedy Center, the United States' official cultural institution dedicated to the art form of comedy, announced today that it will be preserving an archival collection from Don Rickles' estate, showcasing the late comedy legend's six-decade career.

Bianca Del Rio has officially announced her new North American stand-up comedy tour titled “Dead Inside.” The tour will take the Drag Race icon to 60 different locations across the United States and Canada, including a stop in Raleigh at the Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts on February 21, 2024.

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced National Artists Corporation Presents: Jay Leno with Very Special Guest Arsenio Hall on Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Catch the irreverent and hilarious Lady Bunny in her World Premiere show 'A Very Blue Christmas' at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. Get ready for a raunchy twist on your favorite Christmas carols!

Act II Playhouse announces its latest production entitled “Christmas in the Catskills”; an original comedy cabaret starring Philadelphia's Funniest Man, Tony Braithwaite. 

Check out next week's lineup at 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, and 2022 Tony Awards Honoree for Excellence in the Theatre!

Actor / comedian Rhonda 'Passion' Hansome, (SiriusXM 'John Fugelsang's Tell Me Everything') will be among the performers featured at the 'Funny Women Of A Certain Age' (FWOACA) live comedy showcase.

The Second City announces hilarious holiday programming for 2023, including 'The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Sweater' and the 'Holiday Improv Brunch.' Get ready for a season of laughter and festive fun!

“I’ve always been a very practical person, and obviously, pursuing a career in comedy is not the practical career in terms of financial security,” Savage said. “My parents were much more supportive than you’d think. They were of the opinion if you don’t try this now, you’re going to regret not trying the rest of your life.”

Join Joe Posa as he pays tribute to comedy icon Joan Rivers on her 90th birthday with a special NYC show at The Green Room 42 on November 25th. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration filled with laughter and entertainment..

Once again, hostess/producer Jamie deRoy brought her multi-MAC Award-winning Variety Show, Jamie deRoy & friends, back to Birdland on Monday, October 23.  See photos of the evening.

Acclaimed Los Angeles cabaret artist Dianne Fraser will make a rare East Coast appearance in December to celebrate the release of her debut album, You and I – The Words and Music of Leslie Bricusse. Learn where and when to see her!

Get ready to experience the incredible talent of Simply Barbra as she celebrates the 40th anniversary of 'Yentl' and Barbra Streisand's new memoir. Find out where you can catch her captivating performances in cities like NYC, London, Palm Springs, and more. Don't miss this unforgettable celebration with special guest Ezekiel Andrew.

 The Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida (GMCSF) has announced the honorees for its inaugural signature fundraiser, The Chic & Unique Ball, A Red Carpet Extravaganza, set for 7 p.m. on Saturday, November 4, at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.

Set sail on a journey to mental wellness with 'Mixed Nuts and Margaritas.' Experience the role of laughter in mental health. Step Forward Entertainment presents this musical comedy show to benefit the International Mental Health Foundation.

In her tribute cabaret/theater act, Ms. Tucker Will See You Now, Los Angeles native Laural Meade shares her admiration of Jazz great Sophie Tucker by performing her rollicking songs, bawdy stories, and dirty jokes at the historic Gardenia Supper Club in Hollywood. It’s your chance to travel back to the glory days when such intimate settings were common place, both during and after Prohibition, where regular folks could hang out with Hollywood greats to enjoy an evening of dinner, drinks, music, and laughter in the presence of The Last of the Red Hot Mamas, a moniker Ms. Tucker earned throughout her lifetime.I spoke with Laural about the creation of her Sophie Tucker tribute show.

Theatre icon Charles Busch has released his new memoir! 'Leading Lady: A Memoir of a Most Unusual Boy' was released on August 29, 2023. To celebrate the release, Busch held a party at Michael’s New York. Check out photos here!