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The Alliance presents NYC's Fiercest Asian American Comics
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2017


Join the Alliance and some of NYC's fiercest Asian American women comedians for Flipping the Script: Tiger Ladies Strike Back!   Equal parts screening event and panel discussion, this event features APA women in comedy reflecting, responding, and roasting film clips depicting Asian Americans in television shows and movies throughout history.  

VIDEO: Dave Chappelle Updates His 'Give Trump A Chance' Statement on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 3, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, ahead of his residency at Radio City Music Hall, Dave Chappelle reviewed comments he made about the then-President-elect back in November.

VIDEO: Joe Walsh Surprises LATE SHOW Audience with Performance of Classic Hit
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 3, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, legendary rock 'n roll guitarist Joe Walsh surprised the crowd with an impromptu performance of one of his most popular tunes, 'Life's Been Good', backed by Jon Batiste and the house band Stay Human.

Carmen Lynch to Bring LYNCHED to Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2017


Carmen Lynch comes to the Edinburgh Fringe after enjoying a host of high profile television appearances. As well as The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and twice on The Late Show with David Letterman, she has been featured on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Conan, @midnight (Comedy Central), Inside Amy Schumer, and The Good Wife.

BWW Interview: Brynn Williams Talks FREEDOM RIDERS Musical and Experience Talking With the Original Riders
by Stephi Wild - Aug 4, 2017


Freedom Riders; The Civil Rights Musical is currently running at the New York Musical Festival, through August 5. Brynn Williams, who plays the 'force' Diane Nash, recently chatted with BroadwayWorld about her experiences working on the show, in addition to what is was like getting to talk to Nash herself! Check out the full interview below.

NBC's AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Sets New Season High in Total Viewers
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 2, 2017


NBC wins Tuesday night, beating the ABC-CBS-Fox competition combined in 18-49, total viewers and every other key measure.

VIDEO: Senator Al Franken Recalls McCain's Dramatic 'No' Vote on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 2, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, U.S. Senator Al Franken recalls hearing gasps in the Senate chamber when Senator John McCain gave his memorable thumbs-down on 'skinny repeal.'

VIDEO: Randy Newman Performs New Single 'Putin' on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 2, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Randy Newman bared it all with the single 'Putin' from his new album 'Dark Matter.' Watch the appearance below!

Monthly Comedy Show S.U.C.K. Returns to the Stage at The Mockingbird Bar
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2017


The monthly comedy show S.U.C.K. (Stand Up Comedy Klub), returns to the stage on Friday, August 25th at 8:00 pm with August of Wind at The Mockingbird Bar in the East Village.

LATE SHOW Tops Late-Night TV by Largest Margin Since Colbert's Premiere Week
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 1, 2017


THE LATE SHOW with STEPHEN COLBERT won the week in viewers by its largest margin since the show's premiere in September 2015 for the second consecutive week, according to Nielsen live plus same day ratings for the week ending July 28.

NBC's TONIGHT SHOW Wins Late Night Week in Every Key Demographic
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 1, 2017


TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON has won the late-night ratings week of July 24-28 versus its ABC and CBS time-period competition in every key demographic – adults, men and women 18-34; adults, men and women 18-49; and adults, men and women 25-54, according to “live plus same day” results from Nielsen Media Research.

VIDEO: Roundup - Late Night Hosts Say Farewell To the Mooch!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 1, 2017


With the sudden and unexpected exit of 'The Mooch' late-night hosts had a field day bidding him 'adieu.' Check out highlights below!

VIDEO: Matthew McConaughey Revives Stephen's Old 'Exit 57' Sketch on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 1, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, 'The Dark Tower' star Matthew McConaughey knows comedy sketches from Stephen's old Comedy Central show 'Exit 57' by heart and sets out to prove it!

ImprovBoston presents A 35-Hour Comedy Marathon to Celebrate its 35th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2017


ImprovBoston welcomes back 35 years worth of alumni for a historic 35-Hour Comedy Marathon on August 5 & 6. A fundraiser for the New England comedy staple, the event features more than 90 laugh-out-loud comedy acts including sketch, standup, character work, improv, musical improv, late-night bit shows, and more. All proceeds from the event will benefit the nonprofit theater's facility upgrades, scheduled for the week of August 7th.

Tony Winner Laura Benanti Joins Cast of Hit TBS Comedy THE DETOUR
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 31, 2017


Tony Winner Laura Benanti has officially joined the cast of the hit TBS comedy, THE DETOUR for Season 3. The show was created, written and executive-produced by Jason Jones and Samantha Be. It was just renewed for it's latest season, which begins shooting this summer.

Exhilarating Dance Series to Push Boundaries at The Smith Center This Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2017


This season, The Smith Center for the Performing Arts welcomes the world's most exciting, eclectic and innovative dance companies to Las Vegas.

VIDEO: Spoon Performs 'Can I Sit Next To You' on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW, indie rock band Spoon showed off their song 'Can I Sit Next To You' from their album 'Hot Thoughts.'  Watch the appearance below!

Showtime Orders New Trump White House Animated Series from Stephen Colbert
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2017


SHOWTIME has given a 10-episode order to a new untitled half-hour animated series executive produced by multiple Emmy winner Stephen Colbert, and starring the two-dimensional avatars of President Donald Trump and the most powerful family in the world.

VIDEO: First Look - Jane Krakowski Guests on New Series AT HOME WITH AMY SEDARIS
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 27, 2017


Actress and comedian Amy Sedaris cordially invites you into her home with the premiere of her new comedy series AT HOME WITH AMY SEDARIS, which truTV announced today will premiere on Tuesday, October 24 at 10:30pm ET/PT.

VIDEO: R&B Singer 6LACK Performs 'Free' on LATE SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 27, 2017


On last night's LATE SHOW,  American R&B singer 6lack performed the track 'Free' from his debut album 'Free 6lack.' Watch the appearance below!

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