Archive for February, 2012
Amnesty International’s Secret Policeman’s Ball LIVE on EPIX March 4th
On Sunday March 4, Amnesty International’s ”Secret Policeman’s Ball Live From Radio City Music Hall in New York City” will be telecasted live for the first time on EPIX
Maya Rudolph as Oprah Winfrey: The Sketch That Didn’t Make The Cut on ‘Saturday Night Live’
Now don’t get me wrong, Maya Rudolph as host of Saturday Night Live on February 18 was probably the best episode this season, and I feel this sketch is proof of that. When this doesn’t make the show, you know you have a lot of good material to work with.
Tom Papa’s ‘Live in New York City’
By all appearances, Papa is a normal guy. He’s a balding forty-four year-old man married with kids. The thing that stands out about Tom is his moxie. His on stage command of his material, humor and middle aged angst.
Sacha Baron Cohen Spills ‘Ashes’ on Ryan Seacrest
There are always Oscar moments to reminisce over, but one in particular from Sunday night really leaves the others in its dust (pun totally intended).
Comedians Well Represented at 2012 Oscars
Sunday proved to be a significant evening for comedies and comedians at the 84th Annual Academy Awards ceremony
There’s a New Way to Roast (But You Can Only Use 140 Characters)
A group of comedians participated in the first ever Tweet Roast
Chicago Creates “Bernie Mac Street” in Honor of the Late Comedian
The late Bernie Mac will not be forgotten in the Windy City. The beloved stand-up comedian and actor, who was born and bred in Chicago, will have a street named after him to honor and celebrate his legacy and contribution to the world of comedy
A List of the Top Five Comedian Impersonations
Fans of impersonations delight. AmericasComedy.Com has it’s top five – with videos!
Comedians You Should Follow During Tonight’s #Oscars
If you do not have a television near you during the award show, why not use Twitter?
Comedy’s Most Transformative Female Figures
If you think women aren’t funny, just try narrowing down a list of the five most influential women comedians. It’s not only a challenge, it’s nearly impossible.
Bill Maher’s Special Announcement: One Million Dollar Donation to Obama Super PAC
Last Thursday Yahoo! Screen Comedy Channel showed Bill Maher’s Crazy Stupid Politics live from Silicon Valley for free. This is the first installation of the Yahoo! Screen Live Standup Series, with more big names to be announced soon
Academy Awards Lifts Ban on Sacha Baron Cohen
The Academy Of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences decided to re-invite Sacha Baron Cohen back to the upcoming Academy Awards
The Sensational Impressionist and Comedian Pablo Francisco
Even Pablo Francisco’s interviews seem like a five-star stand-up performance.
Comedian Kevin Hart Wins 2012 NBA Celebrity All-Star Game MVP; Also Gets Ejected
Prior to the Celebrity All-Star game in Orlando, comedian Kevin Hart predicted he would score forty points. While he failed to reach that milestone, the little comedian surprised many in attendance as he earned MVP honors, leading the EAST all-stars over the WEST by 12 points
Larry David Discusses His Decision to Quit ‘SNL’
Writer, producer and actor Larry David has had an amazing career. His portrayal of himself on Curb Your Enthusiasm is in the pantheon of TV fan favorites right next to Steve Carell’s Michael Scott
