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1 week ago

"Cat People" Comedy Show & Free Pizza | Oakland

Stand-up comedy show for cat lovers held monthly with free pizza and a dance party.
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

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

Hecklers Welcome! is an unconventional stand-up show in San Francisco where the audience engages with comedians, turning heckling into part of the entertainment.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

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

Hecklers Welcome! invites audiences to heckle and engage directly with professional comedians during live stand-up performances.
#audience-participation
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Stand Up for Mental Health with David Granirer

David Granirer teaches stand-up comedy to individuals with mental health issues, providing them a platform to express themselves through humor and share their experiences.
Mental health
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Roast Battle is back with a punch of comedy in NYC | amNewYork

Roast Battle, born from a heated exchange between comedians, has evolved into a global sensation featuring insult competitions.
#comedy
Film
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Anatomy of a Comedy Cliche

Comedic confessions often transform performances into deeply personal revelations, affecting both the audience and the comic.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

SF's "Laugh GPT" AI-Powered Comedy Night at The Function (7p + 8:30p)

AI is now part of the comedy scene, challenging human comedians in a unique show.
The Function is a new vibrant venue in San Francisco's comedy landscape.
#comedian
fromBronx Times
1 month ago
Humor

From Morris Park to Netflix: Adrienne Iapalucci delivers brutal laughs and Bronx realness - Bronx Times

fromBronx Times
1 month ago
Humor

From Morris Park to Netflix: Adrienne Iapalucci delivers brutal laughs and Bronx realness - Bronx Times

Humor
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Amy Tee Turned Bipolar Into Brilliance

Amy Tee's diagnosis of bipolar disorder transformed her life, helping her manage mental illness and inspiring her comedy.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

"Hook-Up Horror Stories" Stand-Up Comedy Show (SF)

Tindervention brings comedians together to share their worst dating experiences, making it a funny and relatable event.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

What do tickets cost to see Hannah Berner on her 2025 stand-up tour?

Hannah Berner's 'None Of My Business Tour' kicks off in 2025, showcasing her career as a stand-up comic.
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

Safe Words Comedy Showcase at the SF Queer Art and Music Festival

Safe Words Comedy is set to bring its bold and unapologetically queer stand-up to the San Francisco Queer Arts and Music Festival, promising a night filled with laughter.
SF LGBT
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

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

Hecklers Welcome! offers an interactive comedy experience where audience heckling is encouraged, creating a dynamic atmosphere for both performers and attendees.
Parenting
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Stand-up comedian Atsuko Okatsuko shines in 'Father,' a new Hularious special streaming soon

Atsuko Okatsuka's new stand-up special 'Father' humorously explores her life and challenges, redefining her role from 'mother' to 'father'.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

T4T celebrates three years of transgender comedy, creating safe spaces at the Bell House * Brooklyn Paper

"Since 2022, it's grown, and we've now had over 100 trans stand-ups on the lineup over the last three years" - Rose Tablizo.
Brooklyn
fromVulture
2 months ago

Airline Jokes Are Never Cliches for James Adomian

Adomian’s ‘Sky Priority’ transforms the perception of airline jokes into a dynamic commentary on capitalism and identity, showcasing how comedians can revitalize clichés.
Humor
Parenting
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Miles Teller's sister had the perfect comeback to a date who was very passionate ... about her brother

Dana Teller's dating experiences are humorously complicated by her brother, actor Miles Teller.
DC food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

David Spade drops first stand-up special since 2022-How to watch for free

David Spade's latest stand-up special, "Dandelion," is now available on Prime Video, marking his return to comedy after three years.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Four Asian American Comics on the Joke That Changed Their Life

YANG reflects on meeting Sabrina Wu, highlighting how their comedic bit about the absurdity of an inauthentic narrative about a Chinese boy resonated with him, providing a new perspective on delivering culturally nuanced humor.
Humor
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Why Mumbai is clamping down on free speech DW 05/02/2025

Aditi Mittal navigates India's censorship landscape, consulting legal and familial advice to protect her comedic expression.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 months ago

Laughs are on the menu in Matteo Lane's 'Al Dente' comedy special

Matteo Lane's comedy special, 'The Al Dente Special', features personal anecdotes and reflections on life, streaming on Hulu starting May 16.
#brett-goldstein
Media industry
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'Ted Lasso' star Brett Goldstein debuts new stand-up special-How to watch

Brett Goldstein's first HBO stand-up special showcases his comedic range beyond 'Ted Lasso', blending humor with heartfelt insights.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

How to have the best Sunday in L.A., according to Taylor Tomlinson

I try to do two weekends on the road a month, but sometimes it ends up being three. Usually my Sundays are spent flying home.
London food
fromVulture
3 months ago

A Plea From a Member of the '51st State'

Tom Green aims to clarify his Canadian identity amidst his U.S. success.
#comedy-festival
Humor
fromtime.com
3 months ago

What to Know About the Controversial Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe Ahead of His Netflix Specials

Tony Hinchcliffe is debuting three comedy specials on Netflix, inspired by his successful podcast 'Kill Tony'.
NYC politics
fromAol
4 months ago

90-year-old judge Frederic Block still on the bench - and hearing case of druglord who inspired 'Narcos'

Judge Frederic Block, 90, remains unfazed by presiding over dangerous cases and has taken up stand-up comedy to promote unity.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Andy Kaufman Anticipated Our Reality-Bent World

Andy Kaufman uniquely navigates silence and discomfort in comedy, challenging audience perceptions and reactions through unexpected emotional performances.
#bill-burr
NYC music
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

How to watch Bill Burr's new special 'Drop Dead Years'-Plus see his Broadway debut

Bill Burr releases his new stand-up special 'Drop Dead Years' and makes his Broadway debut in 'Glengarry Glen Ross'.
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago
Arts

Bill Burr: 'I am a mess of a human being ... but it makes for good comedy'

Bill Burr shares his struggles with anger while emphasizing the challenge of managing emotions in the moment.
Humor
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Trailer: Comedian Bill Burr stars in 'Drop Dead Years,' a new Hulu Original stand-up special

Bill Burr's special 'Drop Dead Years' humorously explores themes of aging and relationships.
NYC music
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

How to watch Bill Burr's new special 'Drop Dead Years'-Plus see his Broadway debut

Bill Burr releases his new stand-up special 'Drop Dead Years' and makes his Broadway debut in 'Glengarry Glen Ross'.
Humor
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Trailer: Comedian Bill Burr stars in 'Drop Dead Years,' a new Hulu Original stand-up special

Bill Burr's special 'Drop Dead Years' humorously explores themes of aging and relationships.
Los Angeles
fromVulture
4 months ago

The State of Netflix's Comedy Business, 2025

Netflix's stand-up comedy genre is driving viewership and facilitating original programming development.
The platform successfully nurtures comedians into multi-faceted roles within its content ecosystem.
#portland-comedy
NYC music
fromInsideHook
5 months ago

A New "SNL" Revealed a Troubling Anxiety Medication

Shane Gillis returned to host SNL, balancing charm and self-awareness in humor with sketches that invite both laughter and discomfort.
fromFuncheap
5 months ago

$5 Off: "Asking for a Friend" Comedy Show in The Mission (SF)

The "Asking for a Friend" Comedy Show uniquely combines stand-up comedy with audience participation for advice.
SF music
fromFuncheap
5 months ago

3 Strikes Comedy Competition at Edinburgh Castle Pub

The 3 Strikes Comedy Competition empowers the audience to eliminate comedians based on their performances.
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
5 months ago

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

The explosion in stand-up specials is reshaping how audiences engage with comedy, providing a mix of content from casual to high-quality productions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Madonna trying standup is no joke: she's a natural comedian and genuine kook

Madonna recently performed a comedy set at the Comedy Cellar, highlighting the venue's role in nurturing both seasoned and emerging talent.
Miscellaneous
fromFuncheap
6 months ago

"Rush Hour Comedy Night" w/ SFs Best Black & Asian Comedians (The Function)

Rush Hour Comedy Night features diverse comedians merging cultures for an exciting night of humor.
fromVulture
6 months ago

Gary Gulman Clings to Grandiloquence

Gary Gulman's 'Grandiloquent' explores personal acceptance and vulnerability, prioritizing emotional depth over humor.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago

Acclaimed stand-up comedian brings latest concert tour to the Bay Area

Sebastian Maniscalco excels in film and stand-up comedy, showcasing his humor through performances in various acclaimed shows and movies.
fromVulture
6 months ago

Roy Wood Jr. Seeks Connection in Lonely Flowers

Roy Wood Jr. highlights society's decline in personal connections and community in his stand-up special, expressing concern over isolationism in everyday interactions.
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

We needed comic relief in 2024. Here are 5 stand-up specials where we found it

Mike Birbiglia remarks, "In some ways, stand-up comedy is like a documentary of your own life," highlighting how comedians reflect personal experiences and societal issues through humor.
Games
fromFuncheap
7 months ago

$5 Off: Netflix Comedy Star SAMMY OBEID (NBC / AGT / Conan) Live at The Function

Sammy Obeid's 'Cease Fire' tour offers an exclusive, intimate performance at San Francisco's first Black-owned comedy club with limited seating.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Nate Bargatze Wants Your Family to Stop Fighting for an Hour. Maybe Two.

Nate Bargatze's rise as a stand-up star is linked humorously to his portrayal of George Washington, enhancing his comedic appeal.
His relatable style unites audiences in a polarized comedy landscape.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Jamie Foxx's What Happened Was' and Other Comedy Specials to Watch

Jamie Foxx's comedy special reflects a powerful mix of humor and personal recovery after serious health challenges.
fromFuncheap
7 months ago

"The Stoner Comedy Jam" Friday Nights (SF)

"The Stoner Comedy Jam at Moe Greens offers a unique experience where attendees can legally enjoy cannabis while watching top local comedians perform live every Friday night."
Miscellaneous
fromConsequence
9 months ago

Ricky Gervais announces "Mortality" standup shows in US and Canada

Ricky Gervais' new comedy tour 'Mortality' will begin in the UK and expand to North America in 2025, featuring major cities like NYC and Los Angeles.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromVulture
9 months ago

Jerry Seinfeld Says He Wasn't Right About the 'Extreme Left'

Seinfeld recants his previous statements on political correctness and comedy, acknowledging the complexity of cultural changes and the importance of refined observational humor.
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