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Reno 911! to Ride Again at Quibi

December 6, 2019

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Reno 911! to Ride Again at Quibi

Quibi is really good at keeping their hype up in the air. Their curious, niche projects from very funny people (amongst dozens of other genre projects they’ve got in development) have drummed plenty of anticipation for the short form streaming service.

A full on revival of Reno 911!, as far as their comedy slate is concerned, might be their biggest get yet and one that makes their future even more interesting (and viable?). Reno 911!’s Robert Ben Garant, Thomas Lennon, and Kerri Kenney-Silver are set to return both as writers and cast members and perhaps what was born as a parody of the long-running reality series Cops very well might translate from half hour episodic to short form.

We’ll all just have to wait and see how this plays out when Quibi officially arrives as a streaming service, but, again, they’re doing a pretty job of keeping people curious and talking about them thus far.

December 6, 2019

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We’re not exactly sure what’s going to happen here, but, then again, that is the magic and wonder that is the absurdist experimental comedy offered up humbly by Kyle Mizono and Anna Seregina.

There will be some holiday surprises, guests, but, apparently, you’ve got to stand at the door? Again, it’s a little vague as to what that will be, but we trust in Kyle and Anna to make the best immersive holiday comedy experience with whatever secret plans they have in store for us all.

The mystery of Come Home for the Holidays with Kyle and Anna but Please Stand at the Door at Lyric Hyperion next weekend will probably rival the mystery of opening up any holiday gift.

So, go get your tickets already.

Gareth Reynolds’ Riddled With Disease Is the Sort of Terrific Album You’d Expect from The Dollop Co-Host

December 6, 2019

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Truly, it shouldn’t come as any surprise that the co-host of The Dollop, the amazing biweekly American history podcast (and one of our all-time favorites) with Dave Anthony and Gareth, would put out a proper comedy album that offers a very satisfying, very funny listen.

Gareth Reynolds’ debut album “Riddled With Disease” delivers on that notion and showcases what Reynolds’ cherished commentary, riffs, and act-outs on an ep. of The Dollop would be like if applied to his own life. There is a spirited bounce and a great deal of play in every tale and premise, but it’s all very sharply observed and carefully constructed. Simply put, Gareth is just a pure delight to listen to, no matter what he’s talking about (and Riddled with Disease spans a whole range from his cat, Jose, to the overarching topic of racism) and this album is proof of that. In fact, you don’t even need to know who Foghat is to enjoy his Foghat story.

So, please, please, please go get and enjoy Gareth Reynolds’ Riddled with Disease from Comedy Dynamics here.

Maria Bamford Will Have Her Own Mental Health Focused Talk Show “What’s Your Ailment?!”

December 5, 2019

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First off, you should be excited that Maria Bamford will be having a brand new show. Maria is unequivocally one of the all time funniest people and also one of the comedians that approaches and normalizes mental health in such a beautiful way.

Her new series, What’s Your Ailment?!, that will be coming to streaming platform Topic will feature Bamford talking to other performers about mental health and we’re willing to be it’ll be some of the best conversations about anxiety, depression, etc. etc. that will be enlightening and riveting and have some undeniable, out-of-left field laughs.

What’s Your Ailment?! with Maria Bamford will be perfect palate cleanser after Christmas as it premieres on Dec. 26th on Topic.

December 5, 2019

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Frankie Quinones iconic character Creeper from the hysterical CholoFit™ workout video series is putting on a very special holiday themed stand-up comedy night at the wonderful Dynasty Typewriter at the Hayworth Theater. We have no doubt that you’ll get a workout from both laughing and whatever holiday “exercises” that Creeper is going to share.

Also, “proceeds will benefit The Andy Vargas Foundation helping scholarship funding for underprivileged youth in California.”

Tickets are $20 in adv., $25 day of and you can (and very much should) get those tickets here.

Mel Brooks: Unwrapped Trailer Promises a Never Ending(?) Mel Brooks Interview

December 4, 2019

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For decades, a BBC interviewer by the name of Alan Yentob has been interviewing/playing along with the masterful shenanigans of the brilliant, truly legendary Mel Brooks.

This mockumentary comedy special spans generations all the way up to present day Mel Brooks who still seems just as sharp as ever (no matter what your age is when taking in his work).

We can’t wait to see what Brooks and Yentob had hidden up their collective sleeves for all these years (must be pretty big sleeves, right?) with Mel Brooks: Unwrapped coming to HBO next Friday, Dec. 13th.

Enjoy a delicious taste of what’s to come with this trailer.

December 4, 2019

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An entire decade has passed since the gathering of Lost Moon Radio has dazzled audiences in LA and abroad.
Part theater company, part sketch comedy troupe, part musical comedy extravaganza, the players, writers, and good folks behind the scenes delivered a theatrical musical comedy unlike nearly anything we’ve seen and have been doing so for this whole ten year run.
So, we really think you ought to join them for the Lost Moon Radio 10 Year Anniversary Spectacular at Club Fais Do-Do next weekend. Tickets are $20 for what we’re sure will be a barnburner of a show. Go get them here.
P.S. Our loyal followers can snag $15 tickets for Sat. Dec. 14th with promo code “COMEDYBUREAU”.

HBO Max Announces Stand-Up Specials from Tracy Morgan, John Early, Rose Matafeo, and Ahir Shah

December 4, 2019

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HBO Max Announces Stand-Up Specials from Tracy Morgan, John Early, Rose Matafeo, and Ahir Shah

Well, well, well.

As Netflix announced today that it beat out HBO to keep Ali Wong in the fold, HBO swings back with their own exclusive stand-up special offerings that will be coming to their streaming service HBO Max next year. It’s a pretty intriguing slate thus far that includes comedy superstar Tracy Morgan, comedy star on-the-rise John Early, New Zealand comedy star making-her-way-stateside Rose Matafeo, and up-and-coming political English comedy star Ahir Shah.

We were actually wondering what would happen to this sort of segment in stand-up comedy as Netflix is currently in the business of doling out hours for comedy’s biggest stars and then giving who they think are up-and-comers (but are somewhat established, certainly enough for an hour special) 30 min. or 15 min. specials. Our hunch was that Amazon and other streaming services/networks like HBO Max would fill in this niche and it is certainly coming to pass. Amazon’s already put out hours from Alice Wetterlund and I Mom So Hard and, from the looks of this announcement, HBO is getting in while the getting is good.

Ali Wong Will Stay at Netflix for Her Next Two Specials

December 3, 2019

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Ali Wong Will Stay at Netflix for Her Next Two Specials

Apparently, HBO had their sights set on Ali Wong, who shot to fame with two Netflix specials Baby Cobra and Hard Knock Wife, in the ongoing war for comedy prestige with Netflix.

Yet, Netflix prevailed, presumably as they were going to dole out more cash (and we wouldn’t be more surprised if they’ve got some other lovely things lined-up for Wong).

In any case, this means that we all will be getting an Ali Wong special next year and another one in the perhaps not so distant future after that.

What lies in the future between the big players in the comedy special space? It has yet to be seen, but bidding wars will probably get fiercer as networks and streaming services amasses war chests of exclusive comedy specials.

Please Get and Enjoy Doug Smith’s Debut Album “Barely Regal”

December 3, 2019

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NYC’s Doug Smith serves up a terrific debut album here with Barely Regal. Smith has carved out his place in NYC comedy as a stand-up and co-created one of favorite things awhile ago in the experimental stand-up show, See You in Hell.

There seems to be a very classic feel to Barely Regal with Doug’s myriad of stories and observations of his life and straightforward, low key delivery. Also, Smith’s debut album still feels current, modern, and relevant as he makes that “classic feel” work for these times that we live in. There is an undeniable earnestness throughout this hour and careful, pinpoint consideration as to where get silly (including his amazing This Is Not Happening story included at the end).

So, please go get and enjoy Barely Regal, out now from 800 Pound Gorilla Records., here.

December 3, 2019

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Sean Tejaratchi, the man behind LiarTownUSA and Crap Hound, is the creator of some of the best outlandish, yet subtle satire of culture, both niche and pop. His art that wonderfully and absurdly riffs on the ads all around us and assembles the weirder, fun corners of the collective unconscious is something to be cherished.

So, take a chance to do so by purchasing his new Crap Hound Big Book of Unhappiness as well as meet him in person at the marvelously bizarre world that is Soap Plant/WACKO in Los Feliz.

Get more details here.

“Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens” Trailer Shows Off Awkwafina’s Expanding Empire Moving Into TV

December 2, 2019

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Originally, just a rapper, Awkwafina/Nora Lum has now expanded her reach into starring in movies (Ocean’s 8, The Farewell), both in comedy and drama, and, as of Jan. 22nd, leading off her own semi-autobiographical TV series about growing up in NYC as the one and only Awkwafina.

From the looks of it, not only is this Awkwafina maintaining a wide acting range, furthering her star power, and offering up something that looks pretty enticing to us, but it also seems as Comedy Central has the perfect series to follow-up Broad City with.

Take a look for yourself with the Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens trailer here, then look for the series premiere on Comedy Central on Wed. Jan. 22nd.

December 2, 2019

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Gallery 1988 is at it again with another wondrous art tribute to iconic figure in comedy. This Friday, they’ll be unveiling an entire exhibition of Weird Al Yankovic inspired art from dozens of artists.

By the way, the song parody master Weird Al Yankovic will be there hosting the whole opening night.

Admission is free, but we have no doubt that it’ll get packed pretty quickly, so arrive early at Gallery 1988 for “Weird Al” Yankovic’s Art Tribute if you can.

2020 Moontower Comedy Festival to Have Middleditch & Schwartz, Nikki Glaser, Dan Soder, Randy Feltface, and more!

November 30, 2019

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With Thanksgiving over and the holiday season in full effect, you might already be looking towards 2020. One of the things that you definitely should be looking forward to is the annual Moontower Comedy Festival, which assembles much of the best, biggest, and brightest in comedy all in Austin.

As you can see with this first line-up announcement, they’ve got more than just a few things to look forward to come Apr. 22nd-25th. If you’re already in, go get your badges that are on sale now here.

Desus & Mero Judge Their Staff’s Thanksgiving Potluck

November 29, 2019

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You may have a lot of feelings about the spread that Desus & Mero get served by their staff, but it’s probably filled with more twists and turns your (probably) pretty good Thanksgiving dinner/lunch.

Also, this could be proof-of-concept for a Desus & Mero food review show? Enjoy it here.

November 29, 2019

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Though we staunchly do not enjoy the holidays, even our cold bureaucratic hearts truly enjoy the annual Jen Kirkman’s Dysfunctional Christmas Show that happens in the middle of every December at the Hollywood Improv.

Stories, songs, stand-up, gifts, surprises, and so much more all abound in the more Jen’s celebration of the holiday season in spite of how the family or the world makes you feel around this time of year. Here’s a small taste of the sort of thing that happens at the Dysfunctional Christmas Show.

Jen Kirkman’s 7th Annual Dysfunctional Christmas Show is set for Fri. Dec. 13th at 8PM at the Hollywood Improv. Tickets are $20 and you best go get them here before they sell out.

Per Our Thanksgiving Tradition, Here’s the Dollop’s Episode on Thanksgiving

November 28, 2019

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Per Our Thanksgiving Tradition, Here’s the Dollop’s Episode on Thanksgiving

Every Thanksgiving, we like to partake in the wonderful podcast, The Dollop, and hosts Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds’ deep dive into the history of the first and second Thanksgiving that ever happened in America.

Isn’t tradition great?

Happy Thanksgiving/National Day of Mourning.

Please Enjoy (or Pass the Time Until the End with) Brodie Reed’s Goth Talk

November 28, 2019

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When it comes to characters out of left field, we can always count on Brodie Reed to deliver.

Such is the case with D’Void, Brodie’s host of Goth Talk, a micro-Goth-themed vlog that Brodie just started on his Instagram: @ayo.bro.bro.

Enjoy (or take a break from the ever-present despair of life with) eps. One and Two of Goth Talk and follow Brodie for (we’re sincerely hoping) for many more @ayo.bro.bro

Comedy Central Developing Blake Griffin Talk Show Where Guests Will Go One-on-One with Griffin in a Competition of Their Choice

November 27, 2019

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Comedy Central Developing Blake Griffin Talk Show Where Guests Will Go One-on-One with Griffin in a Competition of Their Choice

Depending on who the guests are and what challenges they put renowned basketball star Blake Griffin through, this might be something here.

A panel interview during an archery contest? a game of Flip Cup? Minature golf? The potential for some genuine chaos in these cases could be very fun.

One on One with Blake Griffin is being developed as a pilot, but it’s one of the bigger swings Comedy Central has taken in awhile and we’re intrigued.

November 27, 2019

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The driver/DJ/Hollywood insider/paranormal conduit Dicker Troy (Johnny Pemberton) is getting a shot to impart his blue collar mysticism via a live talk show. He’s got a great panel with Will Miles, David Gborie, Laci Mosley, and Chris Charpentier and, without a doubt, a bunch of surprises underneath those multiple rolled up sleeves.

Pretty great first holiday gift for the first of December, no?

So, you best go get your tickets for Dicker’s Talk Show at the Satellite this Sun. here.

Joe Pera Talks With You’s Season 2 Trailer Is Here and Today Just Got a Little Better

November 26, 2019

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Joe Pera really has a knack for being a calming presence while also being one of the most unique and hysterical comedic voices right now. Certainly, any and all episodes of his show Joe Pera Talks with You made us feel better and more warmly about, well, everything.

Thus, the notion that season 2 is just around the corner is pretty swell. Get a nice whiff of season 2 of Joe Pera Talks With You with this trailer and then look for the premiere on Fri. Dec. 6th on Adult Swim.

Tiffany Haddish Ready Again with This Trailer for Black Mitzvah

November 26, 2019

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The magic of Tiffany Haddish’s verve, charm, and unapologetic positivity that has shot her into undeniable stardom is coming around once again with her brand new hour special, Black Mitzvah.

Are you ready? Even though Haddish has a joke about what having “She Ready” as a catchphrase really entails for her, she indeed still ready.

Get a taste of Tiffany Haddish’s Black Mitzvah with this trailer, then look for it to stream on Netflix on Tues. Dec. 3rd.

November 26, 2019

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Again, some of the coolest things at UCB these days often happen past your bedtime and this Black Metal themed improv show is just one of those things.

Taking a pun on the massive American shopping day known as “Black Friday”, some of UCB’s best improvisers will be let the darkness of black metal fuel what should be hysterical chaos wrought there on the UCB Franklin stage.

Also, we’re confident this will be much more fun than standing in line for deals on electronics at big box stores.

Black Metal Friday is set for this Friday Nov. 29th at 11:59PM at UCB Franklin and tickets are only $7. Go get ‘em here and get ready to delve into the black metal void (in a long form improv sense) this weekend.

Get a Taste of Astronomy Club’s Netflix Sketch Show with This Trailer

November 26, 2019

Netflix’s last sketch series, Tim Robinson’s I Think You Should Leave, was so damn funny and it really did a number on all of us.

Next in line is the long-standing, critically acclaimed comedy group known as Astronomy Club (Shawtane Bowen, Jonathan Braylock, Ray Cordova, Caroline Martin, Jerah Milligan, Monique Moses, Keisha Zollar, James III) with Astronomy Club: The Sketch Show. For years, they’ve struck a great balance between being high brow and abjectly silly and we’re intrigued to see what they’ll do with a full fledged TV show.

So far from what we’ve seen, it looks Netflix might be on track with their sketch comedy slate. See for yourself in the trailer for Astronomy Club: The Sketch Show here, then look for all episodes to start streaming on Netflix on Fri. Dec. 6th.

Please Enjoy Jessica Kirson’s Set on The Tonight Show

November 25, 2019

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Man oh man, the many voices and asides (literal asides from herself to herself) from Jessica Kirson are such a delight in this set from this late night set on last week’s Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. It’s the perfect preview for her special Talking to Myself premiering on Comedy Central on Dec. 6th at midnight.

Please watch and enjoy Jessica Kirson on The Tonight Show here.