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Comedy Central Debuts World Premiere of TRACY MORGAN: BONA FIDE Today
by TV News Desk - Apr 20, 2014


Legendary comedian Tracy Morgan keeps Stand-Up Month going strong with the world premiere of his new one-hour stand-up special, 'Tracy Morgan: Bona Fide,' debuting on Comedy Central today, April 20.

Comedy Central to Premiere DAVID SPADE: MY FAKE PROBLEMS, 5/4
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 14, 2014


Stand-Up Month finishes strong when David Spade returns to Comedy Central with the world premiere of his new one-hour stand-up special, "David Spade: My Fake Problems," debuting on Sunday, May 4 at 10:00 p.m.

Comedy Central Premieres One-Hour Special DAVE ATTELL: ROAD WORK Tonight
by TV News Desk - Apr 12, 2014


Stand-Up Month rages on when Dave Attell returns to Comedy Central in a big way.

Ron Funches to Perform at Comedy Works Larimer Square, 5/21-24
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 11, 2014


Ron Funches is a very funny stand-up comedian with a unique delivery and lovable demeanor - you just want to hug and squeeze him like a big stuffed bear. His easy going, inventive style sounds the way fresh chocolate chip cookies taste. Ron performs stand-up all over the country impressing audiences everywhere.

Jerry Seinfeld Among Winners of 6th Annual SHORTY AWARDS; Full List Announced
by BWW Special Coverage - Apr 8, 2014


The 6th Annual Shorty Awards, handed out in New York last night, honor the best of social media, recognizing the people and organizations producing real-time short form content

Comedy Central to Debut World Premiere of TRACY MORGAN: BONA FIDE, 4/20
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 31, 2014


Legendary comedian Tracy Morgan keeps Stand-Up Month going strong with the world premiere of his new one-hour stand-up special, "Tracy Morgan: Bona Fide," debuting on Comedy Central on Sunday, April 20

Blumenthal Performing Arts Announces 2014-2015 Season and Sponsership
by Courtnie Mele - Mar 29, 2014


PNC Bank is the new title sponsor of Blumenthal Performing Arts' flagship series next season. The 2014-2015 blockbuster Broadway season is titled PNC Broadway Lights and is made possible with support from PNC Bank.

Tommy Johnagin to Perform at Comedy Works Larimer Square, 5/1-4
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 28, 2014


Tommy Johnagin is one of the best young comics of his generation. With a deadpan delivery and quick, sharp writing he's reminiscent of Louis C.K. only less dark and without all the cursing. His comedy is a mix of observational humor and utter self-deprecation.

Sonic Boom Music Festival Runs Now thru March 30 in Vancouver
by BWW News Desk - Mar 26, 2014


Sonic Boom 2014 showcases the new, compositional works of some of British Columbia`s most interesting composers, being performed by some of the best musicians of the Lower Mainland. This 5 day, musical event is comprised of four evening concerts supplemented by workshops, lectures/panel discussions, and a Student Composers' Master Class. This year, the festival features the Erato Ensemble, Heidi Krutzen and John Oliver, as well as an eclectic mix of other new, small ensembles.

Comedy Central to Premiere One-Hour Special DAVE ATTELL: ROAD WORK, 4/12
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 25, 2014


Stand-Up Month rages on when Dave Attell returns to Comedy Central in a big way.

VIDEO: First Teaser for John Oliver's New HBO Late Night Show LAST WEEK TONIGHT
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2014


HBO released the first teaser for John Oliver's topical half-hour comedy series, LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER, premiering SUNDAY, APRIL 27 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT), with other weekly editions debuting subsequent Sundays at the same time on HBO. Check it out below!

NBC's UNDATEABLE Tour Comes to UP Comedy Club, 3/17
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 4, 2014


UP Comedy Club has just the thing to keep you from crying in your green beer all night this St. Patrick's Day as it welcomes NBC's Undateable Tour to its stage. This one-night-only event features the cast of the new NBC show Undateable, including comedians Chris D'Elia, Brent Morin, Ron Funches and Rick Glassman and is hosted by the show's co-creator and executive producer Bill Lawrence. Each comedian performs his own set, giving you a taste of the humor you can expect when Undateble premieres this spring. The Undateable Tour will be presented on Monday, March 17 at 7pm at the UP Comedy Club, located at 230 W. North Ave 3rd Floor of Piper's Alley, Chicago.

Comedy Central Debuts JOE ROGAN: LIVE FROM THE TABERNACLE Tonight
by TV News Desk - Feb 28, 2014


FC commentator and prolific podcaster Joe Rogan returns to Comedy Central in the uncensored world premiere of 'Joe Rogan: Live from the Tabernacle,' debuting tonight, February 28 at Midnight ET/PT.

Sonic Boom Music Festival to Run 3/26-30 in Vancouver
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 23, 2014


Sonic Boom 2014 showcases the new, compositional works of some of British Columbia`s most interesting composers, being performed by some of the best musicians of the Lower Mainland. This 5 day, musical event is comprised of four evening concerts supplemented by workshops, lectures/panel discussions, and a Student Composers' Master Class. This year, the festival features the Erato Ensemble, Heidi Krutzen and John Oliver, as well as an eclectic mix of other new, small ensembles.

HBO to Debut New Comedy Series LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER, 4/27
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 12, 2014


LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER will debut SUNDAY, APRIL 27 (11:00-11:30 p.m. ET/PT), with other weekly editions debuting subsequent Sundays at the same time on HBO.

Comedy Central to Debut JOE ROGAN: LIVE FROM THE TABERNACLE, 2/28
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 5, 2014


FC commentator and prolific podcaster Joe Rogan returns to Comedy Central in the uncensored world premiere of "Joe Rogan: Live from the Tabernacle," debuting on Friday, February 28 at Midnight ET/PT.

AMERICAN HUSTLE, HER, BREAKING BAD & More Among Today's Writers Guild of America Nominees
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 1, 2014


The winners of the Writers Guild of America awards will be revealed in dual ceremonies today, Feb. 1, in Los Angeles and New York City. Today, the nominees for television, film, video games, and more were announced. Check them out below!

Jen Kirkman Set for Comedy Works Landmark Village This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2014


Jen Kirkman is a stand-up comedian, writer & actress. She is a regular round table guest on Chelsea Lately and was one of the stars of the hit-spin-off 'mockumentary' show After Lately. Jen's second stand-up album called Hail to the Freaks, successfully hit #13 on the Billboard Charts. She is well known for her role as the narrator in the Funny or Die/HBO cult-hit series Drunk History, which won the jury prize at Sundance Film Festival.

Jen Kirkman Set for Comedy Works Landmark Village, 1/24-25
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 20, 2013


Jen Kirkman is a stand-up comedian, writer & actress. She is a regular round table guest on Chelsea Lately and was one of the stars of the hit-spin-off 'mockumentary' show After Lately. Jen's second stand-up album called Hail to the Freaks, successfully hit #13 on the Billboard Charts. She is well known for her role as the narrator in the Funny or Die/HBO cult-hit series Drunk History, which won the jury prize at Sundance Film Festival.

Comedy Central to Premiere CHRIS D'ELIA: WHITE MALE. BLACK COMIC, Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2013


Comedian, actor, and Vine aficionado Chris D'Elia is back on Comedy Central in the world premiere of 'Chris D'Elia: White Male. Black Comic.' debuting today, December 6 at Midnight ET/PT.

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