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‘Garden of Laughs’ comedy benefit returns, boasting big stars
3+ hour, 57+ min ago (239+ words) Garden of Laughs" is back this year, and bigger than ever. Net proceeds from the event will go towards the Garden of Dreams Foundation, a non-profit charity dedicated to positively impacting the lives of children facing challenges such as homelessness,…...
Comic Relief Live returns to Carnegie Hall for a night of giving back and laughter
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (378+ words) Comic Relief Live, the annual benefit uniting comedy and music to fight childhood poverty, returns this Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. at Carnegie Hall. Hosted by John Oliver, the event honors Trevor Noah and Kristin Lemkau while featuring top performers for a night…...
If laughter is the best medicine, Sauna Comedy is a miracle worker for New Yorkers
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (457+ words) If laughter is the best medicine, as people say, then "Sauna Comedy" offers an extra-strength dose you won't find over the counter " and it'll make you sweat out whatever ails you. Dubbed the "hottest comedy show in the world," Sauna…...
Louis C.K. kicks off NYC leg of new ‘Ridiculous’ tour
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (691+ words) STDs, putting your parents in a nursing home, diarrhea and other taboo subjects; nothing was off limits for Louis C.K., one of the most iconic comedians of our time. Closing out the 21st annual New York Comedy Festival, the comedian brought his…...
New play ‘Cabin Pressure’ gets limited run of shows at Brooklyn Center for Theatre Research
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (369+ words) A new play about a friend trip gone wrong is doing a limited run at the Brooklyn Center for Theatre Research (BCTR) this week. "Cabin Pressure" follows the story of three college friends and a reluctant brother-in-law who travel to…...
The Voice of NYC: Ferris Wheel Jay takes a look back at his journey
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (351+ words) From content to corporate, Ferris Wheel Jay'also known as Justin Matias'is a visionary who keeps authenticity close to his heart. Born and raised in Brooklyn, he now experiences a full-circle moment as he steps into the role of brand strategist…...
Variety-show inspired Early Late Nite to come to Midtown for New York Comedy Festival
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (306+ words) As a part of New York Comedy Festival, comedian Paul Costabile returns to New York City on Nov. 13 with Early Late Nite, an evening of live comedy, interviews and performances. Early Late Nite stemmed from Costabile's show "Paulie's Dinner," which…...
NYC exhibit honors the legends behind ‘The Drag Queens of New York’
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (943+ words) Thirty years ago, the art of drag, while becoming more visible, was not yet the household phenomenon that it is today, as author Julian Fleisher calls it, "the Drag-Industrial Complex." Other than some works that could be found in research…...
‘Los Esketchis’ brings bilingual sketch comedy to NYC SketchFest
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (211+ words) The 11th Annual NYC SketchFest, New York City's premier sketch comedy festival, is set to start on Oct. 16, through Sunday, Oct. 19 showcasing a vibrant union of local and national sketch brilliance. Making their debut is "Los Esketchis," a brand-new comedy group…...
Jeremy Piven on standup, family legacy, and his return to New York’s stage
4+ mon, 2+ day ago (488+ words) Emmy Award'winning actor and comedian Jeremy Piven is preparing to take the stage at Sony Hall on Oct. 19, bringing his signature mix of humor, honesty, and heartfelt storytelling to the city that continues to embrace him. "New York is one…...