Highlights from Andy Kindler’s 2019 State of the Industry at Just For Laughs Montreal
by This year, Ron Funches had the honors of introducing Andy Kindler at Just For Laughs, and Funches took a few of his own swings at …
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Episode #270: Brent Weinbach
Brent Weinbach is an innovative and weird stand-up comedian, befitting of someone who won the Andy Kaufman Award in 2007. Since then, he has masterminded …
Spinal Tap’s Derek Smalls announces “solo” tour, reveals full biography
Are you ready for one-third of Spinal Tap?! Ready or not, here comes Harry Shearer. Er, I mean, Derek Smalls! Smalls, the bassist from Spinal …
Lights Out with David Spade will feature comedian panels!
I’ve heard that Comedy Central’s newest late-night talk show might not be what you’re expecting. So expect this: Lights Out with David Spade will include …
Candice Thompson on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Candice Thompson jokes about living in the truth, whether it’s how you present yourself on Instagram or on the dating apps. As she joked on …
Avalon inks deal with Amazon for six British-based Prime Video stand-up specials in 2019
Amazon’s Prime Video push into branding its own stand-up comedy specials continues with a massive launch-month effort. Adding to what’s already coming in August, Amazon …
Jacqueline Novak, “Get On Your Knees,” at the Cherry Lane Theatre
“My only intent is to delight. I’m a nightclub act.” So says the stand-up comedian Jacqueline Novak, nearing the climax of her first off-Broadway show. …
Sundance Institute launches Comedy Central Fellowship
The Sundance Institute in Utah will start devoting more time and space to comedy, thanks to a brand-new comedy fellowship from Comedy Central. The Sundance …
Amy Schumer signs first-look deal with Hulu, stars in sitcom “Love, Beth” in 2020
Here’s the inside news on Amy Schumer’s return to TV: It’s happening on Hulu, not on Comedy Central. Hulu announced today at the TV Critics …
Mike Vecchione on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
Mike Vecchione is in his 40s, which means he understands his father’s advice now, even if he doesn’t necessarily agree with it. Vecchione joked on …