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NYC music
fromConsequence
2 hours ago

Bert Kreischer Announces 2026 Fall "Permission to Party" Tour Dates

Bert Kreischer has expanded his 2026 'Permission to Party' standup tour with new US dates from September to December.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Now cancer-free, 'Roastmaster' comic Jeff Ross still finds humor in loss

Jeff Ross shares personal experiences and health struggles in his new Netflix special, emphasizing resilience and humor in the face of adversity.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
19 hours ago

"The Drama" Is One Long Troll

Zendaya and Robert Pattinson star in a film that explores the fallout of a shocking revelation, sparking significant discourse.
#snl
Humor
fromVulture
1 hour ago

Kansas Waited 50 Years for This

The SNL sketch 'Husbands' humorously explores male bonding through the shared experience of singing Kansas's 'Carry on Wayward Son'.
fromConsequence
3 days ago
Television

Jack Black and Jack White Kick Off SNL Crossover Episode with "Seven Nation Army" Performance

Humor
fromVulture
1 hour ago

Kansas Waited 50 Years for This

The SNL sketch 'Husbands' humorously explores male bonding through the shared experience of singing Kansas's 'Carry on Wayward Son'.
fromConsequence
3 days ago
Television

Jack Black and Jack White Kick Off SNL Crossover Episode with "Seven Nation Army" Performance

fromThe Nation
5 hours ago

Waging a Culture War With Comedic Mediocrity

Kanye West sold out Inglewood, California's SoFi Center and took in a reported $33 million less than a year since he released a song called 'Heil Hitler.' West's apology for his antisemitism was evidently enough for his LA fans, and no doubt some went because of the antisemitism.
Media industry
NYC LGBT
fromPage Six
20 hours ago

Exclusive | Judy Gold shocked by 'brazen' antisemitism during two NYC shows this weekend

Antisemitism has become increasingly brazen in New York comedy clubs, shocking veteran comedian Judy Gold during recent performances.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
20 hours ago

First look at new comedy series 'Not Suitable for Work'

The series follows five twenty-somethings obsessed with work and striving for success, with the occasional quick break for personal happiness if they can find the time in their schedule.
Silicon Valley
#comedy
fromFuncheap
1 day ago
San Francisco

Free Sneak Preview Movie Pass Giveaway + SF Comedy Show (First 50 People)

San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Free Sneak Preview Movie Pass Giveaway + SF Comedy Show (First 50 People)

Free movie passes and top Bay Area comedians featured at SF's Golden Gate Comedy Night.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Oakland's Free "Town Biz" Comedy Night w/ HellaFunny (Mon + Tue)

TownBiz Comedy Night features a showcase of comedians at Mesa Maguey, an upscale Oaxacan restaurant in Oakland's Temescal neighborhood.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Free Tix: HellaSecret "Desi Comedy Night" Live in SF (7p + 9p)

HellaDesi Comedy Night showcases top South Asian and Asian comedians in San Francisco every Friday and Saturday with free tickets for the first 100 RSVPs.
East Bay food
fromFuncheap
5 days ago

Oakland's Free POC Comedy Night (Temescal)

HellaFunny showcases diverse comedic talent from People of Color in Oakland, promoting inclusivity and cultural connection through humor.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Date night gets deadly in Lane Moore's comedy show, 'Heart-Throb Slasher' * Brooklyn Paper

Lane Moore's 'Heart-Throb Slasher' combines improv and audience interaction to create a unique, comedic horror movie experience.
Portland food
fromBrooklynVegan
2 days ago

Comedy Bang! Bang! tour announced with Scott Aukerman, Paul F Tompkins, and more

Comedy Bang! Bang! podcast will tour in spring and summer 2026, featuring Paul F Tompkins and various CBB all-stars.
fromLaughing Squid
2 days ago

A 'Smile' Horror Movie Parody Poking Fun at New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's Famous Grin

The Mayor's Office poked gentle fun at Mayor Zohran Mamdani's famous grin with a parody of the horror movie franchise for the annual Inner Circle fundraiser gala.
NYC politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 day ago

Trump demands Erika Kirk sue drag comedian for brutally mocking her: "Sue their a** off!" - LGBTQ Nation

Druski's video skit, 'How Conservative Women in America Act,' went viral, showcasing a parody of Erika Kirk with over 7.8 million views on Instagram and 28 million on Facebook.
Right-wing politics
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

One of the stars of smash hit comedy The Studio launches a quizshow: Best podcasts of the week

Mindy Kaling participates in Ike Barinholtz's trivia podcast, blending light-hearted chat with various topics.
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

In Film, Sometimes the Greatest Drama Is Offscreen

"Cinematic Immunity" offers a workers'-eye view of Hollywood on the Hudson, revealing the intricate dynamics of filmmaking in New York City from 1954 to 9/11.
Independent films
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

WATCH: SNL Cold Open Roasts Pam Bondi After Her Ouster as AG

They threw my headshot in the trash like it was the Epstein files!
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Stephen Colbert Applauds Trump's Concise, Intelligent' National Address Then Drops the Act

Colbert began his monologue by stating, 'Folks, it was a big night on all the broadcast networks. Donald Trump at 9 o'clock gave a national prime time address. It was concise, intelligent, and brought the nation together with shared purpose.'
US Elections
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Charli xcx's Brat movie marks the moment the mockumentary died | Zach Schonfeld

The mockumentary genre has become stale, lacking the innovative spirit that characterized earlier works by directors like Christopher Guest and Rob Reiner.
Television
fromEsquire
22 hours ago

'The Miniature Wife' Premiere Filled a Theater With Maximum Laughs

The Miniature Wife features a scientist who accidentally shrinks his wife, leading to comedic and unique situations in the series.
NYC music
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Steve Schirripa to host "Garden of Laughs" at Radio City Music Hall with star-studded lineup on April 13 * Brooklyn Paper

Steve Schirripa will host the fifth 'Garden of Laughs' fundraiser benefiting the Garden of Dreams Foundation on April 13 at Radio City Music Hall.
Media industry
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 hours ago

The Obamas diversify their multi-million dollar media portfolio: Netflix, celebrity podcasts, and now, Broadway

The Obamas have successfully transitioned from politics to a thriving media empire, including a new Broadway production of the play Proof.
#arsenio-hall
Humor
fromEsquire
6 days ago

Arsenio Hall's Stories from the '80s and '90s Are Truly Wild

Arsenio Hall reflects on his career, personal experiences, and the impact of racism in Hollywood and beyond.
Humor
fromEsquire
6 days ago

Arsenio Hall's Stories from the '80s and '90s Are Truly Wild

Arsenio Hall reflects on his career, personal experiences, and the impact of racism in Hollywood and beyond.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
2 days ago

Andy Cohen mocks "tig-bitted married MAGA bro's" in wake of Kristi Noem controversy - Queerty

Bryon Noem faces scrutiny over alleged online activities, including crossdressing and sending money to models, causing distress for Kristi Noem.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
6 days ago

Late-night laughs: Stand-up comedy returns to Williamsburg's Kellogg's Diner after yearlong hiatus * Brooklyn Paper

Kellogg's Diner in Williamsburg offers late-night stand-up comedy, combining food and entertainment in a unique after-hours setting.
#trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jimmy Fallon Reveals the Cabinet Member With Immunity' to Trump's Firing Spree'

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the only cabinet member with immunity from President Trump's firing spree.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Jimmy Fallon Reveals the Cabinet Member With Immunity' to Trump's Firing Spree'

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is the only cabinet member with immunity from President Trump's firing spree.
Humor
fromInterview Magazine
2 hours ago

How Mackenzie Thomas's Tweets Made a Sold-Out Theater Cry

Mackenzie Thomas's performance art blends personal storytelling with digital media, evoking deep emotional responses from the audience.
Television
fromEsquire
8 hours ago

This Guy Has Made You Laugh and Cry for Decades

Bill Lawrence creates emotionally resonant TV shows amid a challenging Hollywood landscape, focusing on authentic feelings rather than traditional narratives.
#club-cumming
NYC LGBT
fromAol
2 days ago

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

Club Cumming is a unique, inclusive space for drag kings, fostering a family environment and visibility in Manhattan's nightlife.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
2 days ago

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

Club Cumming is a unique, inclusive space for drag kings, fostering a family-like environment and visibility for the art form in Manhattan.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
2 days ago

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

Club Cumming is a unique, inclusive space for drag kings, fostering a family environment and visibility in Manhattan's nightlife.
NYC LGBT
fromAol
2 days ago

Cunning Stunt Takes Manhattan: Introducing Club Cumming's Breakout Drag King

Club Cumming is a unique, inclusive space for drag kings, fostering a family-like environment and visibility for the art form in Manhattan.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

The Drama Surrounding "The Drama"

Fans gathered for the New York premiere of 'The Drama' starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, showcasing excitement and anticipation despite the cold weather.
fromConsequence
4 days ago

Ashlee Simpson Wants Another Shot at SNL Years After Viral 2004 Lip-Syncing Moment

I was publicly humiliated, called a fraud, a fake. It was devastating. I was so young, and I thought it would define me forever.
Music
fromConsequence
2 days ago

Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen Moved Up to Replace The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

"I created and launched Comics Unleashed 20 years ago so my fellow comedians could have a platform to do what we all love - make people laugh. I truly appreciate CBS' confidence in me by picking up our two-hour comedy block of Comics Unleashed and Funny You Should Ask, because the world can never have enough laughter."
Television
#jack-black
NYC music
fromVulture
4 days ago

Please Call Their SNL Episode 'Jack Silver'

Jack Black and Jack White will co-host and perform on Saturday Night Live, marking a unique collaboration between two iconic Jacks.
Humor
fromVulture
3 days ago

Saturday Night Live Recap: Jack Black Brings The Energy

Jack Black's return to SNL showcased strong writing and memorable characters, reaffirming his status as a reliable host in the five-timers club.
NYC music
fromVulture
4 days ago

Please Call Their SNL Episode 'Jack Silver'

Jack Black and Jack White will co-host and perform on Saturday Night Live, marking a unique collaboration between two iconic Jacks.
Humor
fromVulture
3 days ago

Saturday Night Live Recap: Jack Black Brings The Energy

Jack Black's return to SNL showcased strong writing and memorable characters, reaffirming his status as a reliable host in the five-timers club.
Film
fromVulture
4 days ago

The Drama Is Too Cowardly to Commit to Its Provocative Premise

The film presents a dark romantic comedy featuring complex characters and a central premise that challenges audience expectations.
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

Trailer: Nikki Glaser to debut 'Good Girl' stand-up special on Hulu

Nikki Glaser's new comedy special 'Good Girl' addresses aging, beauty, and fame with brutal honesty, premiering on April 24.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

SNL alum Kevin Nealon calls out cast members who break during sketches

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
fromJezebel
20 hours ago

HBO introduces 2 dudes in the Half Man trailer

Niall and Ruben are brothers. Not related in blood but the closest you can get. One, fierce and loyal. The other, meek and mild-mannered.
Television
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

SF's Free Easter Monday Comedy Festival (2026)

Easter Weekend Comedy Fest in San Francisco features stand-up shows, cocktails, and vibrant energy from April 3-6.
#easter-weekend
fromFuncheap
4 days ago
San Francisco

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.
fromFuncheap
4 days ago
San Francisco

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
4 days ago

SF's Free Easter Weekend Comedy Festival (April 3-6)

Easter weekend in San Francisco features a comedy fest with free tickets, sharp lineups, and vibrant nightlife.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
6 days ago

Hulu's 'Deli Boys' sets season 2 premiere date, adds Kumail Nanjiani, Tan France, Lilly Singh

This season on 'Deli Boys,' the Dars are drowning in dirty cash and Philly's sketchiest crooks are circling. Enter Max Sugar: casino king, money launderer, and Lucky's new crush who turns laundering into a chaotic situationship.
Television
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

SNL Seemingly Cracks a Joke About the Idea of Trump Getting Assassinated Audience Cheers Wildly

Che's joke during Weekend Update suggested that President Trump's theater visit could end badly, drawing a parallel to Lincoln's assassination. The audience reacted with loud cheers and applause.
Humor
#snl-hosting-debut
NYC LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Connor Storrie Knew What 'SNL' Viewers Wanted to See

Connor Storrie leveraged his Heated Rivalry fame and physical comedy skills to deliver SNL's standout sketch, playing a severely injured stripper committed to performing despite obvious injuries.
NYC LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Connor Storrie Knew What 'SNL' Viewers Wanted to See

Connor Storrie leveraged his Heated Rivalry fame and physical comedy skills to deliver SNL's standout sketch, playing a severely injured stripper committed to performing despite obvious injuries.
Humor
fromJezebel
5 days ago

Getting 'Cancelled' Only Takes a Couple Years to Wear Off, Apparently

Cancel culture is ineffective as evidenced by Louis C.K.'s return to comedy after allegations of sexual misconduct.
Humor
fromVulture
5 days ago

It's Nice to See Donald Glover Be Silly Again

Donald Glover embraces whimsy as he promotes The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, showcasing his charm and humor while voicing Yoshi.
Humor
fromVulture
1 week ago

9 New Comedy Specials You Should Definitely Watch (When You Have a Moment)

Netflix's early stand-up special for Zach Galifianakis initiated a revolution in comedy specials, leading to a vast increase in monthly releases.
Humor
fromVulture
1 week ago

Dream-Casting an American Version of Last One Laughing

Importing U.K. television shows like Last One Laughing could succeed in the U.S. market, following its international adaptations and popularity.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Fact-Checking Chris Fleming Won Late Night This Week

ARMY Twitter was aflutter with accusations that the warm-up comic for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon made a racist joke. He said, 'Anybody here from the North? No? Nobody?' Fans interpreted that as being directed at the band, implying that one of them was from North Korea.
Humor
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

What Is This, A Louis C.K. Bit? - See Also - Above the Law

Recent developments span prosecutorial minimization of alleged sexual conduct, Defense Department limits on elite law school tuition aid, judicial restraints on ICE, and financial threats to law schools and students.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Prepare for Unbearable Levels of Smugness

Norm Macdonald once referred to Bill Maher as 'maybe the unfunniest person I've ever encountered that's called a comedian.' The White House just announced that Maher will be the first recipient of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor under the newly appointed management of the newly renamed Trump Kennedy Center.
Humor
Humor
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

The Comedy Club at the End of the Metaverse

Meta's Horizon Worlds faces shutdown, impacting community-driven VR experiences like the Soapstone Comedy Club.
#interactive-comedy
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
3 weeks ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

FREE "Hecklers Welcome" SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome is a San Francisco stand-up comedy show where audience members actively participate by heckling performers who respond with real-time comebacks and roasts.
Television
fromVulture
2 months ago

An Absurdly Permissive Seth Meyers Won Late Night This Week

Late-night shows heavily integrated brand promotions and celebrity tie-ins, blending sponsored content, side hustles, and theatrical collaborations in the week before the Super Bowl.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The "Ins" and "Outs" of Comedy: Dealing With the Outflow

Readers who saw my previous post will recall its focus on a recurring pattern of laughter and humor found during my deep dive into the humor of the Seinfeld series. I wondered why we tend to laugh at various things going into our bodies and tried to explain why we might be so inclined using the Mutual Vulnerability Theory of Laughter.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Comedians pick on me for my loud laugh but nothing will make me stop | Jane Howard

He had already picked on me several times for laughing too loud, too readily (that wasn't even a joke, he chastised me at one point). I was trying hard to suppress my laughter to hold it in, to hold it back, to not fully express the joy I was feeling. I was being somewhat successful. And then I wasn't. Everyone in the audience was laughing but I was laughing too much.
Humor
Humor
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Hecklers Welcome: SF's First Stand-Up Comedy Show That Invites Heckling

Hecklers Welcome! is a Thursday-night San Francisco stand-up show that encourages audience heckling while pro comics trade rapid-fire insults and roasts.
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