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Get C.J. Sullivan’s Debut Album “What am I complaining about?”
December 19, 2017
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For the last several years, there have been so many great comedians who have gotten their comedy sea legs in Chicago including Kyle Kinane, Hannibal Buress, and Cameron Esposito just to name a very few.

CJ Sullivan is one the latest of such transplants from Chicago to here in LA and his debut album What am I complaining about? makes his presence felt in the Chicago comedy tradition. Sullivan weaves smoothly between a sense of calm and anger in his succinct, detailed observations throughout this hour, that we should note, was recorded before the election (a more hopeful time).  

So, get What am I complaining about? off of iTunes or Amazon now.

Kiry Shabazz Wins This Year’s StandUp NBC Competition
December 18, 2017
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Kiry Shabazz Wins This Year’s StandUp NBC Competition

Congrats to Kiry Shabazz, who is based out of Northern California, on winning NBC’s annual nationwide stand-up competition and getting a talent holding deal as well as a headlining spot at NACA.

Following this win, we’re sure that you’ll be seeing plenty more of Shabazz around town much more often and you should definitely make it out to catch a set. 

Follow him at @kiryshabazz to see where he’s playing next.

Watch Teaser for Cartoon Trump Spin-Off from Colbert
December 18, 2017
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Coming to Showtime on Sunday, February 11th at 8PM to Showtime will be the series premiere of Our Cartoon President, an entire animated series born out of the recurring cartoon Trump segments from The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

It should be noted that this will be the second televised comedy series entirely dedicated to satirizing Trump as President and, as it’s animated, it seems much less terrifying than the reality that it’s making fun of.

See for yourself in the teaser here.
December 18, 2017
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If you’ve always liked the idea of playing “White Elephant” (the competitive holiday gift exchange game that often includes gifts that you wouldn’t give to people you care about), but wanted to do in a much less low stakes conditions, the very first White Elephant Live might just be for you.

Comedians and audience members alike will be going around trying to win at gift giving and there will even be a special holiday dance by the one and only Emmy award winning choreographer Kat Burns.

Tickets are $7 and you can (and should) get them here.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com.

Win Tickets to the Last Hot Tub of the Year
December 17, 2017
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Before Hot Tub goes into hibernation for that brief LA winter, we’re giving you a chance to catch it for FREE!

Enter to win here: http://thecomedybureau.dola.com/giveaways

Jack Black Confirms That a Tenacious D Post-Apocalyptic Rock Opera Is in the Works
December 16, 2017
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Jack Black Confirms That a Tenacious D Post-Apocalyptic Rock Opera Is in the Works

While on Conan, Jack Black confirmed that Jables and KG will return in the not so distant future with a Tenacious D comedy rock opera. After some considerable time off and a foray into jazz, it’s about time for a new hour or so of Tenacious D.

Black didn’t give up too many details, but just the notion that it’s underway should be exciting enough.

As it is “post-apocalyptic rock opera”, it should also be the perfect soundtrack for our time.
December 16, 2017
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These days, tickets go pretty quick for Kate Berlant’s CommuniKate show at UCB Franklin. There’s always a special guest and, possibly, some light mind reading, which you definitely won’t want to miss.

Get them while you still can for Wed., Dec. 27th at 8PM. They’re $7 and you can get them here.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com.

Get Brent Sullivan’s Debut Album “Barf City” Out Today
December 15, 2017
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On his debut comedy album, Brent Sullivan displays the marvelous juxtaposition of his dulcet voice and cadence and his anxiety ridden life that seems to be hilariously unraveling at every turn, kind of like what an actual Barf City would be like.

Seriously, we’d wager you won’t hear a more soothing sounding story about a sexual identity crisis from anyone else.

So, pick up Barf City fresh off the presses of AST Records (also available on iTunes and Amazon).

Watch Noah Gardenswartz Give an Adult Grammar Lesson on Conan
December 15, 2017
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It’s probably been several years since you’ve had any sort of grammar lesson. Of course, you’re probably also an adult and a grammar lesson is one of the last things you’d want to do right now.

Well, let comedian Noah Gardenswartz give you a refresher in his set from this week’s Conan. 

Watch it here.

Jack Black Returns to Role of Scheming Musician in “The Polka King”
December 15, 2017
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Maya Forbes and Wallace Wolodarsky’s adaptation The Polka King follows the true story of how a beloved local music legend dubbed The Polka King got caught up in a ponzi scheme and the inevitable chaotic aftermath that follows.

Playing the titular Polka King will be none other than Jack Black, which makes us want to believe that this character is somehow a distant relative to Dewey Finn, Black’s seminal character in 2003′s School of Rock. 

Also, Jenny Slate, Vanessa Bayer, Jason Schwartzman, JB Smoove, and Jackie Weaver make what look to be a pretty fantastic supporting cast.

See for yourself in the trailer here.

The Polka King will begin streaming on Netflix on Friday, Jan. 12th.
December 15, 2017
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Part 2: The Sequel Show, the show that has comedians pitching a yet-to-be-made sequel of their favorite movies, is making a return of its own for this holiday season, right when one of the biggest sequels (Star Wars) of the year is just hitting theaters.

The show is free, so don’t miss Tony Sam & Christina Catherine Martinez presenting an evening of sequels that definitely should be made. 

Get more details here.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com.

Picture This! Is Taping a Pilot Presentation
December 15, 2017
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Picture This! has been and continues to be one of the most innovative comedy shows around blending live stand-up and animation done in real time with a comedian’s jokes, stories, and riffs. 

Thankfully, there’s a network that sees the potential for such a show regularly on television.

So, don’t miss out on the taping of Picture This’ pilot presentation next Wednesday. Tickets are free. All you have to do is RSVP here.

Jaboukie Young-White Makes His Stand-Up TV Debut on Fallon
December 15, 2017
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If you’re in the NYC, LA, or Chicago comedy scene, you’ve might have caught wind of the name Jaboukie Young-White (especially after this Vulture list). 

Well, here’s to more than just hearing his name at various comedy showcases as Jaboukie just landed his first televised stand-up set on The Tonight Show, which aired last night. Seeing him for ourselves, we won’t be surprised to see him making the rounds more regularly on TV next year.

Enjoy his delightfully mischievous set here.

Curb Your Enthusiasm Renewed for 10th Season at HBO
December 14, 2017
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Curb Your Enthusiasm Renewed for 10th Season at HBO

Officially, this means that Curb Your Enthusiasm will have had more seasons than Seinfeld. Also, think about how rare it is that live action scripted series get to double digit seasons these days. Truly, Larry David has built a comedy empire off of being annoyed about things.

Production for the tenth season of Curb Your Enthusiasm will start Spring 2018. 
December 14, 2017
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Your favorite comedy show that’s played like a baseball game, On Deck, is back for their December edition at Nerdmelt! Join in to watch teams of some of LA’s best comics try to knock it out of the park with their best jokes with hosts Mike Mulloy, Jamel Johnson, & Courtney Karwal call the game.

Tickets are $10 and you can get them here OR you can enter to win FREE tickets here.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com

Fake News with Ted Nelms Special Premieres Tonight
December 13, 2017
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Tonight, Ed Helms return to his Daily Show roots by doing an entire fake news special that, thus far, seems to have nothing to do with The Daily Show with Trevor Noah or The Opposition with Jordan Klepper.

The Fake News with Ted Nelms premieres tonight at 10PM on Comedy Central. 

Just so you know what’s coming, here’s a clip of breaking down a pressing issue: “trolls”.

Please Enjoy Amanda Seales on Late Night with Seth Meyers
December 13, 2017
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Though you’ve seen and enjoyed comedian/actress Amanda Seales on TV and in movies for years now, Seales’ set from last night’s Late Night with Seth Meyers marks her first stand-up set on a late night talk show. 

It sure doesn’t seem like her first time doing stand-up on the late night circuit. See for yourself here.
December 13, 2017
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Whether you think the ever revered storytelling institution known as The Moth needs to be taken down a notch or not, you’ll probably enjoy this spectacular comedic impression of The Moth known as The Gnat.

The next edition is this coming Monday, December 18th at Bar Lubitsch in WeHo at 7:30PM. Admission is FREE. Get more details here.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com.

Comedy Central’s Super Dark Workplace Comedy “Corporate” Gets a Full Trailer (and Is Streaming 4 Episodes Before the Premiere)
December 13, 2017
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Imagine Office Space as reimagined by David Fincher in a TV series and you might start getting on the level of the deliciously dark workplace comedy that is Jake Weisman, Matt Ingebretson, and Pat Bishop’s Corporate. 

See for yourself in this trailer.

Then, after you’re of course hooked, you can treat yourself to watching four episodes that are now streaming for your convenience at CC.com here with cable subscription.

After all of that, mark down Wednesday, January 17th for the series premiere because, we’re guessing that, like us, you’ll want way more Corporate (just in the fictional TV sense anyway).
December 12, 2017
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Tonight’s the night where your mandatory attendance is politely requested for our MANDATORY HOLIDAY OFFICE PARTY at The Echoplex (which is free by the way)! Unfortunately, Nikki Glaser won’t be able to join us, but we will have the great Kyle Kinane stepping in!

There will still FREE mandatory holiday gift pens, a dance party, a suggestion box giveaway, and, of course, a irresistibly FREE fun comedy show.

RSVP here: http://dola.com/mandatoryholidayofficeparty

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Chris Fleming Will Stream His Special “Showpig” on Facebook Live
December 12, 2017
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Almost nobody does a comedy special and has broadcasted or streamed to people live. It’s such a risky thing to do and takes so much skill and comedic prowess that to even think about doing such a thing has been a rare occurrence. Brian Regan did do a live special for Comedy Central, but he is, after all, Brian Regan.

That being said, Chris Fleming is so unbelievably funny and such a dynamic performer, we believe that he can pull off livestreaming his special on Facebook Live. On Decemeber 21st at 6PM PST, Chris will be doing just that while taping his hour special Showpig from Chicago’s Thalia Hall.

You’ll be able to watch it on his FB page here: https://www.facebook.com/chrisflemingfleming/

Here’s a delicious taste of what’s to come and why you should set a reminder for Dec. 21st. 
December 12, 2017
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The holidays are the perfect time of year to remind you of why you might be glad that you don’t live at home with your folks.

As such, it’s also the perfect time of year for a game show about how bad dads can be, Bad Dad: The Game Show. Really, even if you love your family, it’s a damn good time.

The next edition is set for Fri. Dec. 22nd at UCB Franklin at Midnight. Tickets are $5. Please get them here.

Maria Bamford Gives You Reasons to Be Thankful for Awful Things with “Ave Maria Bamford”
December 12, 2017
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If there is any person who can see the light in the darkness that covers more and more of our world and consciousness on a minute-to-minute basis AND do so with levity, it’s Maria Bamford.

Thus, Bamford’s new web series Ave Maria Bamford on Topic is a blessing as Maria in a brightly colored church lays out “reasons” to be thankful for the awful trash fire that the world is in right now.

Enjoy the first two episodes here.
December 12, 2017
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ATTN: Just added Kyle Kinane to tomorrow’s Mandatory Holiday Office Party presented

Seriously, you will not want to skip out on this, especially since it’s mandatory that you come!

Free w/RSVP: http://dola.com/mandatoryholidayofficeparty

Pick Up Married Couple Cameron Esposito & Rhea Butcher’s Album “Back to Back”
December 11, 2017
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Sure, plenty of comedians talk about being married. There will always be plenty of material to mine from matrimony.

However, very few, if any, actually do stand-up together and release it as an album. Even if both spouses are indeed comedians, the majority of the time, they’d want an entire hour to themselves. 

Leave it to one of comedy’s most affable couples Cameron Esposito and Rhea Butcher to delve into pretty much uncharted territory. Together, they give a delightful look into their lives, between two people that happen to be wondrous, introspective stand-up comedians, as a happily married couple in 2017 via their album Back to Back. 

Much like their live show/podcast Put Your Hands Together, they start off the hour together, then do separate sets, highlighting their individual comedy stylings and their playful back-and-forth as a duo on stage. 

Don’t be surprised to see if this starts a trend of hours from married comedy couples.

You can get Back to Back now off of AST Records with buttons or shirts (or both) or off of iTunes.

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