Russell Peters News

Adam Levine may be turning in his revolving chair on NBC's THE VOICE to become part of the cast of the comedy feature THE CLAPPER.

The Just For Laughs Festival, presented by Videotron in association with Loto-Quebec, continues to roll out the biggest names in comedy as they add even more star power to the 80-plus shows already announced for Montreal this summer.

This past week, Outback Concerts and Wild West Productions brought the biggest and brightest stars, as well as the hottest and most talked about up-and-comers, in comedy to Nashville. The third annual event, which is presented by Bud Light in association with Netflix and powered by SiriusXM, drew thousands of comedy fans to its over 30 shows at venues across Music City, including Ryman Auditorium, War Memorial Auditorium, TPAC's James K. Polk Theater, Zanies Nashville, Exit/In and Third Man Records. Performers included Jeff Foxworthy, Chris Tucker, TJ Miller, Trevor Noah, Kathy Griffin, Bill Burr, Miranda Sings and many more (full list below).

Comedy Central's raucous storytelling series hosted by Ari Shaffir, THIS IS NOT HAPPENING, is back at it again with a killer line-up of the best true-life, long-form storytellers.

40 years ago Canada was a much quieter and more sedate place. Until Mark Breslin, a witty and brash young entrepreneur, decided to shake up the entertainment scene with a Canadian comedy revolution.

Pop, a television network seen in more than 80 million homes with original programming that celebrates what fans are excited about, today announced its 2016-2017 upfront slate which showcases premium original series, award-winning talent and programming that taps into cultural trends and topics.

Through its strategic partnership with Just For Laughs, The CW Network today announced the brand new primetime comedy special JUST FOR LAUGHS STARRING HOWIE MANDEL, featuring stand-up performances from comedians such as Jeff Ross, Pete Holmes, and Jim Breuer,which will premiere tonight, January 18, 8:00-9:30 pm ET/PT on The CW.

Through its strategic partnership with Just For Laughs, The CW Network today announced the brand new primetime comedy special JUST FOR LAUGHS STARRING HOWIE MANDEL

Ahead of the 2015 Billboard Touring Awards on Nov. 19, Billboard today (Oct. 27) revealed the Top Tour finalists for 2015: One Direction, The Rolling Stones and Taylor Swift.

Straight off NBC's hit show, Last Comic Standing, plus Netflix and the critically-acclaimed movie, Chef, Canada's #1 stand-up export, RUSSELL PETERS makes his first Playhouse Square appearance tonight, Oct. 17 at 8 pm with all new material for his 'Almost-Famous World Tour'.

Straight off NBC's hit show, Last Comic Standing and the critically acclaimed movie, Chef, and of course, Netflix, Canada's number one stand-up export, RUSSELL PETERS returns to Denver with ALL NEW MATERIAL for his ALMOST FAMOUS WORLD TOUR tonight, September 25 at Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre. Featuring Russell's latest take on some of his favorite communities, jobs he can understand, cell phones, dating and his uncle who's never been punched in the mouth, plus Russell's signature lightning fast improv with the audience.

Russell Peters will be performing live at Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre tonight, September 25 at 8:00 p.m.

Foxwoods Resort Casino, the Northeast's premier hotel, gaming, shopping and entertainment destination, is hosting a star-studded lineup of entertainment acts this October.

Actress and comedian Chaunte Wayans will be performing at the Brea Improv in Brea, CA on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at www.brea.improv.com

After 20 years of bad dates and failed relationships, Rajiv Satyal has finally found the love of his life and now wants to share the hard-learned secret of his success.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an evening with Canada's No. 1 stand-up comedian Russell Peters. Russell returns with all-new material for his Almost Famous World Tour! Saturday & Sunday, September 19 - 20, 2015 at 8:00 PM in Prudential Hall.

Canada's number one stand-up export, RUSSELL PETERS has teamed up with fellow stand-up comedian and accomplished actor Faizon Love in a stoner buddy comedy RIPPED directed by Brad Epstein.

Russell Peters will be performing live at Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre on September 25 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets range from $54.45 to $65.45 and can be purchased at axs.com or by phone (888) 929-7849.

Flappers Comedy Club Claremont presents a double-hitter Mother's Day weekend starring Joey Medina on Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9, and Mother's Day medium Karen Rontowski on Sunday, May 10.

Tom Segura will appear at Comedy Works South at the Landmark from today, April 29 - May 2, 2015.