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Lakeshore Theater, forerunner in comedy, set to close April 10

By | April 2, 2010 at 11:54 am | One comment

It’s amazing what a good venue can do. In the 1970’s, venues like the Comedy Store and the Improv inspired a comedy boom, brought public attention to the now legendary Andy Kaufman, David Letterman and Richard Lewis, and helped change what it meant to be a comedian....

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Reggie Watts to tape Comedy Central special

By | December 1, 2009 at 1:08 pm | No comments

Good news for the many fans of Reggie Watts. The comedian/musician/performance artist/sampling extraordinaire is about to tape a special to be released by Comedy Central Records. Three of his upcoming New York City shows will double as tapings, wherein he'll put onto video his...

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Andy Kaufman Award seeks unique stand-up talent

By | August 3, 2009 at 10:05 am | No comments

The fifth annual Andy Kaufman Award Competition is underway. The Competition serves as a showcase for up-and-coming comedians, as well as a celebration honoring the work of Andy Kaufman. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Kaufman’s death. Prospective contestants must...

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