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David Cross and Bob Odenkirk have announced the upcoming September 10 release of their new book, entitled HOLLYWOOD SAID NO! Orphaned Film Scripts, Bastard Scenes, and Abandoned Darlings from the Creators of Mr. Show. In support of the book, the Emmy Award-winning creators and stars of Mr. Show with Bob and David will embark on a multi-city book-signing tour, as well as their first official stand-up comedy shows together since their sold-out national tour in 2002.

This year The New York Comedy Festival (NYCF), presented in association with COMEDY CENTRAL, marks its 10th anniversary Wednesday, November 6 through Sunday, November 10. The festival will once again bring laughs to all the boroughs in New York City, and adding several new venues. The 2013 festival line-up will be announced in August, at which time tickets will also go on sale. Additional shows will be added in the fall.

Crackle, Sony Pictures' multi-platform video entertainment network, received a nomination for Jerry Seinfeld's “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” in the 65th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.

Maria Bamford is in full swing as her new album 'Ask Me About My New God!' is set to be released on COMEDY CENTRAL Records today, July 16.

Hotel Nikko San Francisco and Michael Feinstein have announced the upcoming lineup- including newly added performers Jack Jones, Missi Pyle and and Ariana Savalas - at the all-new Feinstein's at the Nikko for the months of July, August, and September.

Scott Aukerman's Comedy Bang! Bang! is many things: A television show, a podcast, a live stand-up showcase, and a live tour! Watch the television version of 'Comedy Bang! Bang!' on IFC - Fridays at 10pm/9c, and repeated throughout the week! Scott takes on guests like Jon Hamm, Amy Poehler, Paul Rudd, & Seth Rogen in a talk show the AV Club calls 'the welcome return of a surreal, silly comedic voice that hasn't had a regular TV home since the heyday of Mr. Show.'

Below, get a sneak preview of upcoming character cameos, sketches and guest stars including David Cross, Rashida Jones, Anna Kendrick, Zoe Saldana, Adam Scott, Rainn Wilson plus many more!

The Tony Award-winning Broadway hit MATILDA THE MUSICAL, in collaboration with Penguin Young Readers Group, continues its monthly book club in celebration of Roald Dahl this Thursday, July 11. Fans can tune in at 7:00 PM EST to watch a Google+ Hangout video chat with Lucy Dahl, daughter of the best-selling author, and actress Missi Pyle, who starred in Tim Burton's film Charlie and the Chocolate Factory as Mrs. Beauregarde. They'll be discussing Dahl's book 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' and sharing stories of their own experiences with the novel. To watch the Google+ Hangout, visit www.MatildaTheMusical.com/bookclub.

Vulture reports that COMMUNITY's Donald Glover, who plays the role of Troy Barnes on NBC's community college comedy, will only appear in five of the 13 episodes planned for the series' 5th season. The actor wants to use the extra time to focus on his music as Childish Gambino.

IFC's hilarious series COMEDY BANG! BANG! kicks off its second season on July 12. Today, the network is offering fans a chance to watch one of the new episodes several weeks ahead of its debut.

EPIX will premiere two brand new hour-long specials - Tom Papa: Freaked Out on July 26 and Jim Norton: American Degenerate on August 23.

ComedySportz Philadelphia turns 20 years old this year and to celebrate this anniversary, they are pulling out all of the stops and hosting two super-sized versions of their regular long-running show at World Cafe Live, 3025 Walnut Street. The show will take place Saturday, July 27 at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets to each show cost $25 for adults and $22 for students, seniors, and military with a valid ID. Tickets and more information are available atwww.comedysportzphilly.com.

Maria Bamford is in full swing as her new album Ask Me About My New God! is set to be released on Comedy Central Records on Tuesday, July 16th.

Hotel Nikko San Francisco and Michael Feinstein have announced the upcoming lineup- including newly added performers Jack Jones, Missi Pyle and and Ariana Savalas - at the all-new Feinstein's at the Nikko for the months of July, August, and September.

Comedian and actor Brian Posehn is banging his head to the beat of being a Dad in his most recent stand-up special, The Fartist. The one-hour special, which premiered on Netflix earlier this year and was directed by Jay Chapman, will be released on DVD and CD by New Wave Dynamics today, June 25, 2013.

Maria Bamford is in full swing as her new album "Ask Me About My New God!" is set to be released on COMEDY CENTRAL Records on Tuesday, July 16.

Broadway & Hollywood actress Missi Pyle returns to Joe's Pub (425 Lafayette St) tonight, June 15th @ 11:30pm with her solo show Sexy As Hell, following a nearly sold-out LA engagement. Come experience one of Hollywood's most exciting, hilarious and unpredictable actress, as she pushes SOME of your boundaries. Missi aims to prove that though funny and with 'strong features', Missi is in fact Sexy As Hell. She was just waiting till she turned 40 to show you.

Comedian and actor Brian Posehn is banging his head to the beat of being a Dad in his most recent stand-up special, The Fartist. The one-hour special, which premiered on Netflix earlier this year and was directed by Jay Chapman, will be released on DVD and CD by New Wave Dynamics on June 25, 2013.

Stageit, a web-based platform that enables artists to easily create paid live shows directly from their laptops, continues to expand its range of unique experiences for viewers with a performance by stand-up comedian Jeff Ross, host of Comedy Central's 'The Burn With Jeff Ross.'

Dan Harmon is returning as executive producer/showrunner for the NBC comedy 'Community.' Chris McKenna is also returning as executive producer.