A Ballet Like No Other – Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
I first saw a performance by Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo in Chicago in the late 1970s. I took my then girlfriend, a serious dance student, to the performance, simply telling her that we were seeing a ballet troupe from Monte Carlo.
She had no idea all of the dancers of the company were men, all men, including the ballerinas wearing classic tutus and dancing en point. By the end of the second number, she mentioned she thought something was just a bit “odd.” She then realized that the...
October 2nd, 2010 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: ballet, comedy, dance, Kennedy-Center
Arlington Cinema ‘N’ Drafthouse Offers Comedy, Music, & More
... the Washington DC area. In fact, it’s probably the only venue that combines sub-run films (most screened 30-90 days after first run films,) live comedy, special events and other entertainment with comfortable seats and a big screen.
One of things that makes The Drafthouse’s unique is that they often pair movies with a theme, so you might get live stand up comedy paired with a hilarious film one night and a beer or wine tasting with another movie the following night.
Located in a 65 year old...
September 14th, 2010 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, movies, theaters
Dallas To Do List: Vintage Computers, Elvis and Yoga al Fresco
... check out this link on the Grapevine Texas official website.
Comedian Michael Ian Black Whether you know him from MTV’s sketch comedy troupe “The State,” his role on the TV show “Ed,” or elsewhere, you’ve got to admit that comedian, Michael Ian Black, is one funny guy. This weekend is your chance to see him perform live at the Addison Improv comedy Club, #250, 4980 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX 75254 (map) where he performs August 5th – 8th. For more information...
August 5th, 2010 | Tui Cameron | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, cooking, featuredarticle, restaurant week, yoga
Dallas Weekend Events: Cowboys, Comedians and Cinema
... Annual Big Sexy Weekend of Improv promises more laughs than a barrel full of monkeys. Don’t believe me? Let’s do the math: 4 shows + 10 comedy troupes = Exponentially more laughs than a barrel full of monkeys. For more information on participating comedy troupes and how to purchase tickets online, check out my article, Big Sexy Weekend of Improv . All shows take place at the Addison Conference and Theatre Centre’s Stone Cottage, Addison Conference Center, 15650 Addison Road, Addison,...
July 23rd, 2010 | Tui Cameron | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, Cowboys, featuredarticle, festival, film, theater
Big Sexy Weekend of Improv
... this weekend, check out the 2nd Annual Big Sexy Weekend of Improv on the nights of July 23rd and 24th. These 4 performances feature 10 different comedy groups from across the nation. The weekend of laughs is hosted by the Alternative comedy Theater (ACT) at Addison’s Conference and Theatre Centre’s Stone Cottage, with Cafe Bohemia and the Dyer Street Bar as sponsors.
Improvisational groups attending range from duos to a dozen performers. Some of them, such as The Hindenburgs, take audience...
July 21st, 2010 | Tui Cameron | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, featuredarticle, improv, live performance
Laughs, Look-alikes and Live Music
... has loaned her talents to many different projects. Whatever the case may be, the incomparable Ms. Goldberg will be whooping it up for a night of comedy in Dallas on June 19th, at the Meyerson Symphony Center.
What: Whoopi Goldberg
When: June 19th, 2010
Where: Meyerson Symphony Center, 2301 Flora St., Dallas, TX (map)
Price: $45 – $150
More information: Visit the Dallas Symphony official website.
Concerts in the Garden
If you would rather spend the evening outside, come to the Fort...
June 19th, 2010 | Tui Cameron | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, featuredarticle, music
The Complete History of America (abridged)
Susan O. Koozin as ... Susan.
Do you love theater? How about American history? Or politics? If you are a fan of any of those things – or if you are a fan of none of those things, but you’re a fan of laughing for two hours straight – you have to see “The Complete History of America (abridged)” at the Stages Repertory Theatre.
This two-hour play is performed by three actors: Susan O. Koozin, David Matranga and Kregg Dailey. “History of America” is unlike...
June 16th, 2010 | Christina Uticone | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: comedy, politics, theater
Gift Ideas for Phoenix Dads
... Dad have a lot of tacky ties from previous Father’s Day celebrations? Then have him wear his cheesiest design at a performance at the National comedy Theatre in Mesa. The Phoenix National comedy Theatre Show is a comedy competition and as a member of the audience you get to shout out suggestions, challenge the performers, and decide which team of comedians is the funniest. No two shows are alike and the best part is that they are appropriate for all audiences.
The Cheesy Tie Discount is...
June 2nd, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, father's day, food, golf
Comedy is Coming to LA
Get ready to laugh out loud at Los Angeles’ fourth annual comedy Festival. Comedians from all over the world unite just to have a good time. They come in all forms, from actors to live solo stand-ups and group acts. Here is a look at what this year’s festival will be showcasing:
FILM SHORTS
The LA comedy Festival will be presenting short films from all over the United States as well as from other countries, such as Canada. Many famous US comedians have come from this country, such as Dan Aykroyd,...
May 4th, 2010 | Joannaline C. Young | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, featuredarticle
The Second City Does Arizona
... to Sheriff Joe, and Green Valley to kokopelli – nothing is out of bounds when the famous Second City Theatre Company brings their brand of comedy to the desert.
This talented bunch has created an original revue (fueled by refried beans and Sonoran hot dogs) for the Arizona Theatre Company. THE SECOND CITY DOES ARIZONA, OR CLOSE, BUT NO SAGUARO filled with comic sketches and songs is a comedy aimed at skewering everything and everyone that is unique, ridiculous and wonderful about the land...
March 31st, 2010 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: comedy, featuredarticle, nightlife
Casino Events Just Outside of Orange County
... your tickets now, the event is likely to sell out!
Where: Pechanga Resort & Casino in Temecula (map)
Cost: $75, buy them online
Tim Allen Live comedy
When: Saturday, January 30th at 8 p.m.
What: Tim Allen, made famous for the TV series Home Improvement, and the movies Wild Hogs and Toy Story, presents his live performance this weekend.
Where: Pala Casino Resort & Spa (map)
Cost: Tickets start at $45, buy them online
The Pink Floyd Experience
When: Sunday, January 31st at 7 p.m.
What: A must...
January 26th, 2010 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: best of week, casino, comedy, concert
Redneck Comedians Storm into DC
... DC for one night of good old boy humor.
If you love big trucks, huntin and fishin, tractor pulls, and stock car racing – this is one comedy event not to miss this coming April.
Jeff Foxworthy came to the comedy spotlight with his now famous You know you’re a Redneck when… routine and is now hosting the hit show Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader.
He’s also sold more comedy records than any other comic over his 25 year career and is also a best-seller author of among other books, a Redneck...
December 28th, 2009 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, featuredarticle, Humor, redneck, The Arts
See Comic Gallagher’s Sledge-O-Matic
... and most famously, watermelon with a huge wood mallet.
As one of the pioneer comedians of cable TV in the early 1980, his high-energy and outrageous comedy routines were a change from typical stand up of the time. His act incorporated lots of silly props paired with his unique view of the world around us.
My favorite Gallagher joke of his is when he questions why 7-11 stores, all open 24-hours, have locks on there doors.
With over a dozen cable TV specials under his belt and performing over a...
December 9th, 2009 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, Events, featuredarticle
The D-List Princess Kathy Griffin Visits DC
With an irreverent rapid fire wit, stand-up comedian Kathy Griffin has made a career out of being the top D-List celebrity.
And the controversial, brash Hollywood outsider is coming to Washington, DC.
Griffin loves to poke fun at and trash both A-list celebs and at times, herself. She usually has a couple ongoing celebrity “feuds”. Most have been self-manufactured, which has caused her to get “banned” from several television shows, including The View, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Live with...
December 6th, 2009 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: comedy, D-List, Events, Kathy Griffin
John Cleese Performs at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Need a good laugh? You’re in luck because actor and comedian John Cleese is performing at the new Virginia Piper Theatre at The Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts in Old Town Scottsdale on December 10 and 11.
Fans will remember Cleese as a member of the outrageously funny Monty Python troupe and through his many roles in television and film, from the classic British series Fawlty Towers and film A Fish Called Wanda to his charming and witty appearances on Will & Grace and cameo as ‘Q’...
December 1st, 2009 | Heather Wright Schlichting | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: comedy, featuredarticle, John Cleese, Scottsdale
This Week in L.A.
... Angeles Walk, starting at the Shrine Auditorium at 9 a.m. (map)
Walk 14 miles with hundreds of Angelenos from USC to South L.A.
Sunday
Los Angeles comedy Festival at ACME comedy Theater in Hollywood, 7 & 8:30 p.m. (map)
Today is the last day of the festival, and my personal favorite Los Angeles comedy group, Last Ferry to Hobart, is closing out the show.
Tickets are $9.99 in advance, or $12 at the door.
Photo Credits:
Los Angeles – Flickr
Microphone – Flickr
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November 16th, 2009 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: basketball, comedy, Events, Lakers, the fray, USC
Funnyman Jeff Dunham & Characters Invade DC
... Verizon Center in Washington, DC in January.
After multiple television appearances on The Tonight Show, Late Night with David Letterman and other comedy shoes plus selling over 4 million DVDs, comedy Central gave him his own new show, “The Jeff Dunham Show” which launched in late October on Thursday nights.
Starting his professional career in Dallas at the age of just 12 playing community events until more recently when, after a spot on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson in 1990, which ignited...
November 7th, 2009 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, The Arts
Review: Smothers Brothers Burn Bright
... had left its mark on the left-leaning duo when it swatted them off the airwaves in 1969 in the midst of the 3rd season of The Smothers Brothers comedy Hour, a show that topped the charts and is still considered one of the most influential television shows of all time. CBS had thought it was booking a folksy, singing/comedy team that would host a traditional variety show.
What they got instead was a televised weekly rebellion as the brothers brought on (or attempted to bring on) acts too controversial...
November 6th, 2009 | Lynn Goya | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: 50+, all ages, comedy, featuredarticle, television icon, Vegas shows
Jason Alexander Comes to Auckland
Jason Alexander, famous for his long stint in the all time fave comedy show Seinfeld as George Costanza, is bringing his “comedy Spectacular” to Auckland. This is Jason’s first time in Auckland after previous sell out sessions across Australia.
Nine seasons as George Costanza on NBC’s ‘Seinfeld’ earned Alexander six Emmy and four Golden Globe nominations, an American Television Award and two American comedy Awards for ‘Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series’....
October 31st, 2009 | theaucklandguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: auckland theatre, comedy, jason alexander, seinfeld
Need a Good Laugh?
Orange County is lucky enough to not have just one, but two local improv comedy clubs with one in Brea (map), and the other in Irvine (map).
Both clubs also double as restaurants, and guests with reservations will have preferred seating. In the past, comedians such as Dennis Miller, Jerry Seinfeld, and Carlos Mencia have practiced their material here.
The Improv venues also have a reputation for supporting up-and-coming comedians, since Orange County is a much “safer” atmosphere than...
October 26th, 2009 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: comedy, improv
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