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SYFY’s Happy! Will Have Christopher Meloni as an Alcoholic Ex-Cop Hit Man That Sees a Flying Horse Voiced by Patton Oswalt

October 25, 2017

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If you love the pinball-eque chaos of Shoot ‘Em Up or Crank, SYFY has got the next dose of crazed action comedy for you.

Look no further than the TV adaptation of Grant Morrison and Darick Robertson’s graphic novel HAPPY! For it, SYFY has enlisted the services of Christopher Meloni to play one of his insane characters yet and the voice of Patton Oswalt to bring an endlessly positive flying cartoon horse to life (well, as alive as a hallucinatory cartoon can be).

See for yourself in the trailer.

Then, get ready for the series premiere of HAPPY! on Wednesday, December 6th on SYFY.

Please Enjoy Jesus Trejo’s Late Night Debut on Corden

October 25, 2017

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Jesus Trejo made a great impression with his first late night set on last night’s Late Late Show with James Corden with how roles with his parents have been pretty much entirely reversed.

Watch it here.

Watch Nick Turner Die a Bunch of Times After Waking Up from a Coma in “Ya Killin’ Me”

October 25, 2017

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Waking up from a coma can be so jarring, especially if you’ve been under for an extended period of time.

Nick Turner takes this idea repeatedly to the nth degree by imagining the worst outcome of waking up from an aforementioned coma in the Comedy Central digital series, Ya Killin’ Me. Thankfully, it’s done a darkly humorous way for all our enjoyment this Halloween season (or anytime really if you happen to love dark comedy like we do).

So, without further adieu, please watch and enjoy Ya Killin’ Me.

Well, We’re 7

October 25, 2017

Yep. We’ve officially existed as The Comedy Bureau and serving LA comedy and beyond for 7 whole years as of today.

So, with that in mind, if you like/love/dig/use/abuse the resources “we” provide, it’d be nice to see some support via Patreon, Venmo (@jakekroeger), buying our album (iTunes/CD), or maybe even joining us for a “ridealong”.

We support you and we would hope you might support us, even a little.

October 25, 2017

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A seance, a “real” werewolf, psychics, mummies, scary stories, horror movie actors’ panel, treats, and another edition of live spooky comedy podcast Dark Matters should make for a pretty great evening on Saturday at 11PM at The Pack Theater this Halloween weekend.

Admission is pay what you can. Undoubtedly, this will be one of the best comedy Halloween events, so do not miss this. Get more info here.

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

Hayworth Theater To Be Revived as a Multi-Purpose Venue by “Dynasty Typewriter” and Former Hollywood Improv Booker Jamie Flam

October 25, 2017

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Though LA is losing the Steve Allen Theater in a few weeks and Cinefamily is closed indefinitely pending an internal investigation of the extent of sexual harassment and assault, the city is gaining two new venues where primo comedy will get to live.

Yesterday, we tipped you off to the rebirth of Echoes. Today, we can tell you about the revival of The Hayworth Theater as restored classical theater (restoration done by building owners Jenji Kohan and Christopher Noxon architect Linda Brettler) near MacArthur Park that is aiming to bringing premium comedy, music, podcasts, variety shows, screenings, etc. to LA’s Eastside.

Thanks to Jamie Flam, a former booker of the Hollywood Improv and one of the most fun loving people we know, and his Wes-Anderson-esque fake company Dynasty Typewriter, a whole new wave of live shows is set to come in the next few months.

See Jamie tell you himself in this pretty swell Kickstarter video and read Julie Seabough’s write-up of the whole affair in LA Weekly.

Speaking of Kickstarter, “Dynasty Typewriter” is looking for $100K by November 16th to spend on A/V installation, operation costs for the first 3 months, and staffing via this Kickstarter campaign. Knowing what Jamie is capable of and having been to the space throughout the years, we definitely think it’s worth backing.

Join the Dynasty (and support what will be a great indie venue) here.

“Superior Donuts” Is Taking Over the Laugh Factory for a Night (and We’re Got Tickets If You Want ‘Em)

October 24, 2017

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Next month, the cast of CBS’ Superior Donuts (we’d hope as a TCB reader, that you’re a big fan of Jermaine Fowler) will take over the Hollywood Laugh Factory for a few hours and we have a handful of free tickets for you (i.e. all you have to do is enter the password “Williams1979“ here on Eventbrite).

We do have more than a pair for all of you, but way less than a hundred, so get in on this ASAP.

*Laugh Factory’s 2 drink min. still applies

Watch Solomon Georgio Reveal His Enemies List

October 24, 2017

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A rather dapper Solomon Georgio returns for another great Conan set wherein he details a list of his enemies.

Knowing who is on the list, we’re going to bet you’ll agree, but see for yourself here.

Also, you should probably get Solomon’s brand new album Homonégro Superior here.

Big Mouth Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix

October 24, 2017

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Big Mouth Renewed for Season 2 at Netflix

“Get ready for more #BigMouth… Coming in 2018.“ -@bigmouth

The honest, but blue animated series about puberty (based on the puberty of Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg) has only upped Netflix’s profile in the adult animated series arena (BoJack Horseman and F Is For Family being the others).

A second season slated for 2018 will be awaited for excitedly.

October 24, 2017

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Jesse Elias is a great stand-up comedian that you might have seen on Kimmel a couple of years ago. He also has a hidden talent for singing and has been known to break out into excerpts from musicals during shows.

Well, that hidden talent will get a light shined on it this Thursday as Jesse will be performing a “musical”.

This will also be one of the last performances to be held at Trepany House at The Steve Allen Theater by the way in case you needed another reason to go.

Tickets are $12 and you can (and really should) get them here.

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

If you couldn’t make it out to our 7 Year Anniversary Show/Fundraiser (that was most of you by the way), but still want to support the resource that supports the LA comedy scene, please pledge $$$ on Patreon.

October 23, 2017

If you couldn’t make it out to our 7 Year Anniversary Show/Fundraiser (that was most of you by the way), but still want to support the resource that supports the LA comedy scene, please pledge $$$ on Patreon.

Yes, we still take individual contributions on Venmo @jakekroeger as well.

See What Amy Sedaris for a Morning Routine from “At Home with Amy Sedaris”

October 23, 2017

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Tomorrow night, Amy Sedaris’ lifestyle show At Home with Amy Sedaris, or her version of a lifestyle show, makes its series premiere on TruTV.

From what we can gather, this show is analogous to how Jon Glaser shows his appreciation for gear while also following unraveling thread of his personal life on Jon Glaser Loves Gear, also on TruTV.

See for yourself in this clip of Amy’s morning routine.

At Home with Amy Sedaris premeires on Tuesday at 10:30PM on TruTV.

Echoes Under Sunset To Be Reborn as Echoes on Pico

October 23, 2017

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A few years ago, there was a marvelous, intimate performance space in Echo Park where plenty of comedy, music, art shows, screenings, etc. would happen called Echoes Under Sunset run by one Christian Chavez. It was so beloved and popular that it actually got to be an LA Weekly pick for Best New Comedy Club in 2014.

Due to some unforeseen circumstances, they had to close their doors and effectively disappeared.

Now, in 2017, Christian has found a new space just south of the Miracle Mile on Pico Blvd. (more specifically right across the street from Roscoe’s Chicken & Waffles on Pico) where he’ll bring the Echoes name back to life. He just received the keys to the place last week, but shows, mics ought to be happening very soon at what will now be called Echoes on Pico.

If things go at Echoes on Pico like they did with Echoes Under Sunset, expect to be hanging out near Pico and La Brea a lot more often.

Trailer for Judah Friedlander’s New Special “America Is The Greatest Country In The United States”

October 23, 2017

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This Halloween, if you want something that has nothing to do with the Halloween spirit, Judah Friedlander’s new hour special on Netflix, entitled America Is The Greatest Country in the U.S. will be up for streaming.

Get a taste of how Judah makes the case for the name of this special with this trailer.

Paramount Aiming to Make a Comedy with Tiffany Haddish as the Star

October 23, 2017

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Paramount Aiming to Make a Comedy with Tiffany Haddish as the Star

If you saw Girls Trip this year, you’d know this is a good move on Paramount’s part. Haddish clearly stood out even though she wasn’t the star of the movie and or the most recognizable name in the ensemble cast before the movie’s release.

There details are sparse at this time, but the name of the project is Limited Partners.

October 23, 2017

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When Todd Glass is offering up an intimate evening, you ought to know that every detail of the room, show, and overall experience will be lovingly tended to by Todd, not to mention that it will be wild, wonderful ride of Glass’ comedy accompanied by a classy live band.

Tickets for this run at The Hollywood Improv’s Lab are $10 and you can and really, really should get tickets here.

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

October 22, 2017

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Tickets are STILL available for our 7 Year Anniversary/”Staff” Fundraiser tonight.

Get them while you still can here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-comedy-bureaus-7th-anniversary-show-and-fundraiser-tickets-38546826596

The President Show Put’s Trump Through a Psychological Fitness Test

October 22, 2017

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This is just more evidence when all is said and done, much of the best Trump humor will come from The President Show with Anthony Atamanuik’s portrayal of the 45th and “final” POTUS, Donald J. Trump.

October 22, 2017

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Many of the writers of The Jim Jefferies Show on Comedy Central are stand-ups that deserve your attention and, this Monday, they’ll all be on one show together at Flappers in Burbank.

This includes:
Kevin Avery
Subhah Agarwal
Curtis Cook
Matt Kirshen
JJ Whitehead
Forrest Shaw

Get your tickets here (keep in mind that’s there’s a 2 item minimum at Flappers Burbank)

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

Please Get Solomon Georgio’s Debut Album “Homonégro Superior”

October 22, 2017

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There are so many things to enjoy about Solomon Georgio first recorded hour of stand-up, Homonégro Superior, fresh off the presses from Comedy Central Records.

There’s Solomon very unique perspective as a gay man who also immigrated to the U.S. from Ethiopia. There’s Solomon’s poise and confidence. There’s also Solomon’s handy distillation of his life, in all facets, into whip smart, sharp, splendid observations and stories. You might have noticed all of this from his half-hour special, which just aired on Comedy Central this week.

In any case, you can (and should) get and enjoy Homonégro Superior here.

Our 7 Year Anniversary/”Staff” Fundraiser Is Tomorrow!

October 21, 2017

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From what we hear around the “office”, this should be a really good time. Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-comedy-bureaus-7th-anniversary-show-and-fundraiser-tickets-38546826596

Posters by Jenny Chalikian and Jenn Scott respectively.

“Too Funny to Fail: The Life and Death of the Dana Carvey Show” Now Streaming at Hulu

October 21, 2017

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Over a score and a year ago, a sketch show called The Dana Carvey Show premiered in primetime on broadcast network television. The show itself boasts some of the most revered comedic minds today including Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Louis CK, Robert Smigel, Jon Glaser, and many more.

Somehow, they didn’t even last a couple of months, much less a full season.

Too Funny to Fail: The Life and Death of the Dana Carvey Show tells the story of how that came to be. This documentary started streaming on Hulu today.

Get a taste of how this whole ordeal went down with this trailer.

Alone Together Starring and Co-Created Esther Povitsky and Benji Aflalo Gets a 2nd Season Before Series Premiere

October 21, 2017

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Alone Together Starring and Co-Created Esther Povitsky and Benji Aflalo Gets a 2nd Season Before Series Premiere

New cable network on the scene, Freeform, is doubling down on the sitcom Alone Together.

Comedians Esther Povitsky and Benji Aflalo star and co-created the series with Eben Russell along with the Lonely Island trio, Andy Samberg, Jorma Taccone, and Akiva Schaffer attached as producers.

Freeform is giving them a second season, which automatically makes Alone Together one of their more high profile shows right out of the gate.

Get a taste of what’s coming in January with this trailer.

October 21, 2017

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Not only is this the season for a live reading of The Little Shop of Horrors, but the cast is really stacked.

Do not miss out on this. Get tickets here.

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

Wanna Go to Next Week’s Hot Tub with Kurt and Kristen for Free? Enter to Win Tickets!

October 20, 2017

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We have Hot Tub tickets and you want ‘em, so enter to win a pair for next week’s show (as well as Neil Hamburger 10 Yr. Anniversary and Schtick or Treat) here: http://thecomedybureau.dola.com/giveaways