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Pick of the Day: Elaine May Mondays @ Los Feliz 3 (Starting 8/9)

August 2, 2021

There isn’t much debate when it comes to the comedic brilliance of Elaine May. From her time as part of trailblazing comedy duo Nichols & May to her work both in front of and behind the camera throughout her extensive and hysterical filmography.

As such, the films of Elaine May are always worth a retrospective, especially when comedies don’t often to get to play at revival theaters. Luckily, the Los Feliz 3 is just about to reopen with American Cinematheque at the helm and they are indeed honoring Elaine May with a weekly screening series that will feature the likes of A New Leaf, Ishtar, and Mikey and Nickey.

Called Elaine May Mondays, these classics will screen on Mondays at 7PM PT, then Fridays at 4PM PT. Tickets are $13 GA and $8 for American Cinematheque members. Go get more info and tickets here.

Elaine May and Miley Cyrus Join Cast of Woody Allen’s Amazon Series

January 25, 2016

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(via Deadline)

Five years ago, who would have guessed that this headline would ever be a real thing or even be able to think it up?

Woody Allen’s foray into the world of streaming services is indeed going forward with his half-hour comedy that has got a six-episode order from Amazon. The addition of Elaine May, from the renowned comedy duo Nichols and May, and Miley Cyrus to the cast, alongside himself, further peaks our curiosity as to what Allen’s up to.

If he can see the great performance that he drew out of Andrew Dice Clay in Blue Jasmine, we’re intrigued to see what Allen will not only do with a TV series in 2016, but do so with this particular cast.

Elaine May to Win 2012 National Medal of Arts

July 9, 2013

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Elaine May to Win 2012 National Medal of Arts

Amongst this year’s winners of the National Medal of Arts awarded by the President, a comedian is in the ranks. Famous improviser Elaine May of Nichols and May is being awarded the distinction by President Obama.

If you’re unfamiliar, she and Mike Nichols as a comedy team preceded Second City. Watch the clip of their classic $65 funeral scene and hopefully you’ll understand why this is all so important.