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Upcoming Book “Notes from the Bathroom Line” Has One of Hell of a Line-up of Contributors
November 2, 2020
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If you’re looking for something way in the future to look forward as a way to potentially have something to get you through the end of the year all the way into 2021 when maybe, possibly, hopefully there will be a vaccine that we all can get for COVID-19, there will be a magnificent collection of essays, poetry, toons, short stories, art, and so much more for well over 100 of the best women in comedy (from all corners including stand-up, writing, sketch, acting, podcasting, musical comedy, and more) in Notes from the Bathroom Line: Humor, Art, and Low-grade Panic from 150 of the Funniest Women in Comedy.

Amy Solomon (producer on Silicon Valley, Barry) curated the incredibly impressive literary gathering for this book and we really can’t wait for Mar. 16th, 2021 when Notes from the Bathroom Line is set for release.

Thus far, slated to contribute are:

Lolly Adefope, Maria Bamford, Aisling Bea, Lake Bell, Rachel Bloom, Rhea Butcher, Nicole Byer, D’Arcy Carden, Aya Cash, Karen Chee, Margaret Cho, Mary H.K. Choi, Amanda Crew, Rachel Dratch, Beanie Feldstein, Jo Firestone, Briga Heelan, Samantha Irby, Emily V. Gordon, Patti Harrison, Mary Holland, Jen Kirkman, Lauren Lapkus, Riki Lindhome, Kate Micucci, Natalie Morales, Aparna Nancherla, Yvonne Orji, Lennon Parham, Chelsea Peretti, Alexandra Petri, Natasha Rothwell, Amber Ruffin, Andrea Savage, Kristen Schaal, Megan Stalter, Beth Stelling, Cecily Strong, Sunita Mani, Geraldine Viswanathan, Michaela Watkins, Mo Welch, and Sasheer Zamata.

More contributors will be added down the line for a book that’s so much more promising than a lot of what 2020 has given us.

By the way, you can pre-order Notes from the Bathroom Line here.

 

 

Pick of the Day: The Jen Kirkman Dysfunctional Xmas Show 12/4
October 5, 2020
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Every year, our least favorite time of year rolls around, the holiday season. There’s a variety of reasons for why that is and we won’t get into that right now, but a definite bright spot, for us, during the holiday season is Jen Kirkman’s Annual Dysfunctional Xmas Show.

Kirkman usually holds her holiday show that is for all of those folks that normally feel despondent about December because of their family, being alone, etc. at the Hollywood Improv. She truly makes a wondrous variety show of comedy, story, song, and, sometimes, reimagining what a holiday movie could be that even holiday cynics can revel in. Of course, putting up the Dysfunctional Xmas Show at a comedy club isn’t likely for 2020, so Jen has opted to do a live-stream from her lovely living room on Fri. Dec. 4th at 6PM PT/9PM ET. 

Tickets for Jen Kirkman’s Dysfunctional Xmas Show are $21 and $42 for 1-on-1 video meet-and-greet and they just went on sale today (because you might as well move on to Christmas since who knows how Halloween is going to go this year). Go get your tickets here.

Pick of the Day: Jackie and Laurie Present 7/27
July 24, 2020
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Jackie Kashian and Laurie Kilmartin have consistently been two of our favorite comedians (if you’ve followed TCB over the years, you probably know this) over the years and The Jackie and Laurie Show has been consistently one of our favorite podcasts on top of being one of the best podcasts about actually doing comedy that has ever existed.

So, any time that Jackie and Laurie put together a show, we feel it’s our duty to inform you that you should really check it out. Not only is their the perfect chemistry between Kashian and Kilmartin, but they always gather a fantastic line-up of women comics. This time they have Erin Jackson, Aida Rodriguez, Jen Kirkman, Jessica Kirson, Ophira Eisenberg for their latest live-streamed (via Flappers) Jackie and Laurie Present on July 27th at 7PM PT/10PM ET.

Tickets are only $10 and you can (and very much should) go get them here.
December 20, 2019
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A monthly Jen Kirkman live talk show at the Hollywood Improv Lab where Jen gets to talk as candidly and unfiltered as she so pleases? 

Yes, that’s what’s happening and we can’t wait for it to start. The first Real Talk with Jen Kirkman is set for Thurs. Jan. 9th at 8PM with special guest Ione Skye (from Say Anything of course).

Tickets for Real Talk with Jen Kirkman are $10 and you can (and should) go get them 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.
July 8, 2019
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The best versions of some of the most infamous/overplayed/etc. songs in all of pop culture will be shown off once again by Eliot Glazer for his Haunting Renditions at Dynasty Typewriter this Friday.

He’s got quite the smashing line-up as well with Jen Kirkman, Jackie Tohn, and Eli Braden who will be joining Eliot in giving the most elegant arrangements for songs that maybe don’t even deserve it.

Tickets are $15 right now and $20 on the day of. So, you better go and get them here now.
June 13, 2019
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For our money, getting to catch, one of our all-time favorites, Jen Kirkman share her beautiful, unapologetic, hysterical truth in her stories/experiences live for an hour is a must see. 

In LA, you’ll have two chances to do so with a recording Having Funlessness with Jen Kirkman on June 25th and then Jen performing an hour of stand-up on July 26th all at the Hollywood Improv. 

Go get your tickets/RSVP for all of this right now right here.
January 3, 2019
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On a monthly basis, the one and only Jen Kirkman will be working on stories over at the intimate Improv Lab at the Hollywood Improv. If you can, do not miss out on any of these as Kirkman is one of the best storytellers out there.

The first edition is on Tues., Jan. 29th at 7:30PM. Tickets are $10 (plus a 1-item min.). Get them here before they sell out.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, screenings, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com.
November 29, 2018
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Every year Jen Kirkman puts on the sort of a holiday show that’s a swell time whether you love or hate this time of year. The Jen Kirkman Dysfunctional Xmas Show is one of the very few holiday traditions we can get behind as Jen and guests putting on a lovely comedy and music extravaganza despite what’s going on with the world/family/etc.

Oh, also, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the LA Food Bank and Barnes & Noble will be collecting children’s books for donation as well.

Tickets are $20 (plus 2 item min.). Go get your tickets here.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, screenings, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com.
October 17, 2018
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Next week, the wonderful Jen Kirkman back in town doing her new material show Lab Test and there are still tickets on sale! It’s a rare chance to see Jen in a very intimate setting do a long set and you really ought to not miss it.

Tickets are only $12 a pop (w/1 item min. Go get them here before the inevitably sell out.

The rest of our listings for comedy shows, events, screenings, open mics, maps, and more can be found at www.thecomedybureau.com.
March 8, 2018
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Tig Notaro’s big annual charity benefit Krullapalooza at Largo is partnering with PAVE (Promoting Awareness Victim Empowerment), “a national nonprofit that has lead the movement to shatter the silence of sexual violence and create cultural change”, for this year. 

For the show, Tig will be joined by the likes of Jen Kirkman and Wendy Liebman making for a show you shouldn’t miss and a cause you really should support.

Tickets are $75 and you can (and really 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.
November 28, 2017
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Every year, Jen Kirkman takes over the Hollywood Improv for a her own special Dysfunctional Xmas Show! It’s one of our favorite LA comedy holiday traditions and whether you’re into the holidays or not, it’s always a good time.

Tickets are $20 (+2 item min.) and you can (and really should) get them here as soon as you can.

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

ABC Buys and Is Developing “The Mighty Quinn” Written by Jen Kirkman
October 11, 2017
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ABC Buys and Is Developing “The Mighty Quinn” Written by Jen Kirkman

You know, the idea that there might be a TV series written by Jen Kirkman on a major broadcast network really puts a smile on our face. 

Kirkman definitely pulled from the wheelhouse of her life and stand-up for this show as the story follows a 39 year old woman going on a journey of self-discovery after being dumped on Christmas. 

If you listen to any of Jen’s albums or watch any of her specials or read any of her books, you’d know that this has potential to be really great.

Jen Kirkman Announces Dates for Big, North American “All New Material, Girl” Tour
August 3, 2017
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As Jen Kirkman is one of our all time favorites here at TCB, we’re excited that her All New Material, Girl Tour spans nearly three months, goes all over North America, and presents, as suggested in the name, all new material not seen in her specials, on TV, etc.

Here is her dates/stops that have been announced:

Sep 6- SAN FRANCISCO- Cobb’s Comedy Club
Sep 7- PORTLAND, OR-Aladdin Theatre
Sep 8- SEATTLE, WA- Neptune Theatre
Sep 9- VANCOUVER, BC- Rio Theatre
Sep 20-BOSTON, MA- Wilbur Theatre
Sep 21- NYC- Highline Ballroom
Sep 22- BROOKLYN, NY- Bell House
Sep 23- PHILADELPHIA, PA- Trocadero Theatre
Sep 24- WASHINGTON, DC- Howard Theatre
Sep 28- TORONTO- Just For Laughs
Oct 5- MINNEAPOLIS- Woman’s Club
Oct 6- CHICAGO, IL- Thalia Hall
Oct 7- DETROIT, MI- Majestic Theatre
Oct 20- HOUSTON, TX- Heights Theatre
Oct 21- DALLAS, TX- Kessler Theatre
Oct 22- AUSTIN, TX- The North Door
Nov 1- DURHAM, NC- Carolina Theatre
Nov 2- ASHEVILLE, NC- The Orange Peel
Nov 3- ATLANTA, GA- Variety Playhouse
Nov 4- NASHVILLE, TN- Basement East
Nov 15- CLEVELAND, OH- Hilarities Comedy Club
Nov 16- CINCINNATI, OH- Taft Ballroom
Nov 17- COLUMBUS, OH- Woodlands Tavern

So, you can (and really really should) get tickets for the shows near you here.
June 22, 2017
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For our money, one of the best ways to catch the fantastic Jen Kirkman in LA is at her recurring show, Lab Test, at the Hollywood Improv Comedy Lab. True to the title, Jen throws new material into a crucible along with great special guests.

The next editions of Jen Kirkman Presents Lab Test are on Wednesday, June 28th & August 16th and tickets are only $5. Please get them here.

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

Watch Jen Kirkman’s Interview on Colbert Which Includes an Update to Her Tattoo
January 6, 2017
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Jen Kirkman is on the talk show circuit in promotion of her new Netflix special, Just Keep Livin’?, and is making it damn fun while doing so.

Watch her interview on last night’s Colbert and you’ll see why.

Jen Kirkman’s “Just Keep Livin’?” Is the First Comedy Special You Need to Watch of 2017
January 3, 2017
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Jen Kirkman’s brand new hour special is now streaming at Netflix and you should go watch it ASAP. 

We can’t think of a better way to kick off 2017 in comedy than watching Kirkman burn the patriarchy and be so damn funny while doing it.

In case you missed it, here’s the trailer.

Watch Trailer for Jen Kirkman’s Latest Netflix Special “Just Keep Livin’?”
December 28, 2016
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There is a lot of reasons that comedy will be simultaneously a bigger deal and something to watch even more closely in 2017. 

Jen Kirkman will undoubtedly be one of those reasons.

You’ll get a sense of why in the trailer for her latest Netflix special, “Just Keep Livin’?”.

It starts streaming on Tuesday, January 3rd.
November 17, 2016
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Jen Kirkman’s dysfunctional holiday show is definitely the show to really get into the holiday season this year. Laurie Kilmartin, Eddie Pepitone, Solomon Georgio, and more will be performing as well making for a pretty great evening. 

Tickets are $20 with a 2 item minimum and you can (and should) get them here.

Audio Versions of Tig Notaro, Jen Kirkman, and Henry Phillips’ Latest Comedy Specials Now Available
August 5, 2016
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Boyish Girl Interrupted, I’m Gonna Die Alone (And I Feel Fine), and Neither Here Nor There are now available for the “listening-inclined”. 

If you’re either the sort of person that prefers their stand-up with audio only or one that doesn’t have an HBO or Netflix account/password, you can now get to listen to three comedy specials from three of our favorite comedians making the rounds these days.

Tig Notaro’s Boyish Girl Interrupted, first premiered as an HBO special, is now on iTunes.

Jen Kirkman’s I’m Gonna Die Alone (And I Feel Fine), first premiered as a Netflix special, is also now available on iTunes.

Henry Phillips’ Neither Here Nor There is set to premiere as a comedy special on Vimeo On Demand on August 15th, but you can stream the audio version on Audible’s streaming service, Channels, if you’re an Audible member right now. On August 19th, the album version will be available digitally at iTunes and wherever else digital albums or sold.

So, get in on all of these, especially for the fact that you can now probably clock in three new hours of fine comedy while working.
July 23, 2016
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Get tickets here.

The rest of the listings for comedy shows/events as well as open mics and maps are embedded at www.thecomedybureau.com.

Jen Kirkman’s “I Know What I’m Doing — and Other Lies I Tell Myself” Out Now
April 13, 2016
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The latest book from Jen Kirkman has finally arrived. I Know What I’m Doing – and Other Lies I Tell Myself: Dispatches from a Life Under Construction offers up hysterical, personal tales of Jen’s life and how she makes it work despite not blindly falling in line with what society’s prescription for what you should be doing as you enter being middle-aged.

Here’s an excerpt of the book where she details a relationship that exhibits this notion perfectly.

You can get a copy of I Know What I’m Doing and Other Lies I Tell Myself here and even get a signed copy here.
February 29, 2016
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Tickets are only $5 and you can get them here. 

Please Enjoy a Great, Timely Sketch with Jen Kirkman About “Bernie Bros”, The Point of Which Was Proven by Jen Being Trolled Online Before It Even Aired
February 21, 2016
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On this week’s No, You Shut Up! with Paul F. Tompkins, Jen Kirkman got to do a sketch that was commenting on a specific portion of Bernie Sanders supporters that frequently engage in rather misogynistic discourse when talking about Hillary Clinton, otherwise referred to now as “Bernie Bros”.

Before this Bernie Bro Zone sketch even aired a few days ago, Jen got flack from many Bernie Bros, on top of her usual collection of Internet trolls, for just screen shots of said sketch. 

This lead to both having to vigorously defend her position on the matter as well as an extended row of retweets by Jen highlighting the unfortunate way Clinton is talked about, which is many times adjacent to how Trump talks about other candidates in general.

Just look at Jen’s timeline on Twitter and you’ll go down a rabbit hole you didn’t know that went that far.

Though some may unfortunately not realize this, the backlash sort of proves Jen’s point that she made in the Bernie Bro Zone in the first place. 

ABC Developing a Single Camera Comedy Pilot Written Jen Kirkman and Dan Bucatinsky
November 5, 2015
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(via Deadline)

Jen Kirkman co-writing an “…untitled comedy revolves around four women friends rattled by a fortysomething feeling of irrelevance who embark on a mission to turn their invisibility into invincibility.” is all good by us.

ABC’s comedy development slate for this pilot season just got a whole lot more interesting with the addition of this project following women like Kirkman making their way through the world on their terms despite all the societal forces working against them. Familiarize yourself with Jen’s stand-up, books, and podcast  if you’re not already familiar.

Jen is writing it with Dan Bucatinsky who you’ve probably seen work on- and behind-the-scenes of the comeback of The Comeback.

It has a put pilot commitment, so let’s cross our fingers even more that it tips the scales of being picked up to series.

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