Kennedy Center Announces 2019 Mark Twain Prize Recipient: Dave Chappelle
by A.A. Cristi
- May 7, 2019
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 22nd annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Dave Chappelle on Sunday, October 27, 2019 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world's greatest humorists, will be given at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy. The program will be broadcast on PBS stations on January 6, 2020. On-sale and ticketing information for this event will be available at a later date, and sponsorship packages for the Mark Twain Prize gala performance are on sale now.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Receives the Mark Twain Prize for Humor
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Oct 22, 2018
An outstanding lineup of entertainers gathered in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall to salute Julia Louis-Dreyfus, recipient of the 21st annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on October 21, 2018. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world's greatest humorists, was presented at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy. The event was taped by WETA Washington, D.C. and will air nationally on PBS on November 19, 2018 at 9:00 p.m. ET.
Bryan Cranston, Tina Fey and More to Present Julia Louis-Dreyfus with the Mark Twain Prize
by A.A. Cristi
- Sep 5, 2018
The Kennedy Center today unveiled an all-star lineup and new producers for the 21st annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, which this year will celebrate Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Under the direction of the creative team from Done + Dusted, the Kennedy Center's new producing partner for the Mark Twain Prize, the cast will feature many of Louis-Dreyfus's admirers, friends, and collaborators, including Stephen Colbert, Bryan Cranston, Tina Fey, Ilana Glazer, Tony Hale, Abbi Jacobson, Keegan-Michael Key, Kumail Nanjiani, and Jerry Seinfeld. The live Gala Performance will take place on Sunday, October 21, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. ET in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall, and will be taped by WETA Washington, D.C.
Kennedy Center to Award Julia Louis-Dreyfus the 2018 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Julie Musbach
- May 23, 2018
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 21st annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Julia Louis-Dreyfus on Sunday, October 21, 2018 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world's greatest humorists, will be given at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy. This year's ceremony marks the 21st consecutive year that the Kennedy Center's marquee comedy award will be presented and broadcast nationally. On-sale and ticketing information for this event will be available at a later date, and sponsorship packages for the Mark Twain Prize gala performance are on sale now.
Rudolph, Frosty, and More! CBS Announces Holiday Specials Lineup
by TV News Desk
- Nov 8, 2017
CBS continues its merry tradition as a destination for special events during the holidays! Kicking off with THE THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE ON CBS, viewers will also be treated to animated holiday favorites, newly colorized classic series, nostalgic reunions, festive musical performances and much more.
PHIT Comedy to Summon Demons and Props This Halloween
by BWW
News Desk
- Oct 13, 2017
The Philly Improv Theater (PHIT Comedy) has announced their largest ever set of Halloween programming. Shows include prop comic The Legendary Wid, house improv team The Decoy, solo performer Nick Gillette, and the annual Stay Dead! improvised horror movie.
Steve Martin, Jimmy Kimmel & More Join Lineup for Mark Twain Prize Honoring David Letterman
by Caryn Robbins
- Oct 12, 2017
A lineup of leading performers, including Senator Al Franken, Jimmy Kimmel, Norm Macdonald, Steve Martin, John Mulaney, Bill Murray, Amy Schumer, Paul Shaffer, Martin Short, Eddie Vedder, Jimmie Walker, and others will salute David Letterman at the 20th annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
PHIT Comedy to Summon Demons and Props This Halloween
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 12, 2017
The Philly Improv Theater (PHIT Comedy) has announced their largest ever set of Halloween programming. Shows include prop comic The Legendary Wid, house improv team The Decoy, solo performer Nick Gillette, and the annual Stay Dead! improvised horror movie.
Erik Knowles 'High AndTight' Stand-Up Comedy CD Out Now
by Caryn Robbins
- Aug 7, 2017
Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of 'HIGH AND TIGHT' by ERIK KNOWLES. Recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash., 'HIGH AND TIGHT' provides a hilarious glimpse into the life of Erik Knowles.
Entertainment Releases Debut Stand-Up Comedy CD by Jamal Doman 'Consequences & Repercussions'
by A.A. Cristi
- Aug 2, 2017
Uproar Entertainment is excited to announce the release of 'Consequences & Repercussions' by Jamal Doman, recorded live at The Comedy Underground in Seattle, Wash. 'Consequences & Repercussions' immediately exhibits why Jamal Doman is called 'a comedian's comedian' by his peers. He refers to his unique style of comedy as 'sophisticated ghetto.' Jamal says, 'My comedy is much like my personality, I'm from the hood, but I have some sophistication to me.'
Steve Martin, John Mulaney, Martin Short & More Will Honor David Letterman with Mark Twain Prize
by Nicole Rosky
- Jul 20, 2017
A lineup of leading performers, including Jimmy Kimmel, Steve Martin, John Mulaney, Bill Murray, Paul Shaffer, Martin Short, Sarah Silverman, Eddie Vedder, and others will salute David Letterman at the 20th annual Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 8 p.m. The 20th Anniversary program will pay tribute to the humor and accomplishments of Letterman, and will be taped by WETA Washington, D.C. The program will air on PBS stations as David Letterman: The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize nationwide on Monday, November 20 at 9 p.m. (check local listings). Artists are subject to change.
Kennedy Center Will Honor David Letterman with Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
by Nicole Rosky
- May 16, 2017
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 20th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to David Letterman on Sunday, October 22, 2017 in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall. The Prize, which is named to honor one of the world's greatest humorists, will be given at a gala performance featuring some of the biggest names in comedy.
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