West Michigan's Arts & Entertainment Guide
Now the host of the hit storytelling series This Is Not Happening on Comedy Central and a regular correspondent on The Daily Show, Roy Wood Jr. has finally found his place in the comedy world, with the network having premiered his first-ever one-hour stand-up special, titled Father Figure, last year. But it was a long road for the 39-year-old comic to get there.
Perfectly Unpredictable: Comedian Greg Proops prepares us for a night of spontaneous laughs with Whose Live Anyway?
Written by Eric Mitts | Thursday, 29 March 2018 14:31 |One of the undisputed masters of improv comedy, and the self-declared “Smartest Man in the World,” comedian Greg Proops truly needs no introduction.
Explosive Laughter: Following 'Lady Dynamite' success, comedian Maria Bamford continues to push boundaries
Written by Eric Mitts | Tuesday, 27 February 2018 10:00 |If there’s one thing Maria Bamford is best known for, it’s her truly unique voice. And not just her distinct speaking tone, which she often seamlessly flips onstage to an array of character impressions, ranging from her own Minnesotan mother to celebrity chef Paula Deen. Or her numerous voice-over roles on hit animated series like Adventure Time, BoJack Horseman and Word Girl.
New and Improving: Acclaimed comedian and filmmaker Mike Birbiglia returns to GR
Written by Eric Mitts | Friday, 26 January 2018 14:58 |Known for his long-form storytelling, self-deprecating confessionals and heartfelt humor, comedian Mike Birbiglia has kept a tight lid on his latest one-man show, simply titled The New One.
No Jokes Barred: Comedian Jim Norton returns to Grand Rapids
Written by Rich Tupica | Wednesday, 17 January 2018 10:55 |This month, Norton brings his Kneeling Room Only Tour to Grand Rapids. The show includes some new material slated for his next special, which he plans to release next year. After seven specials stocked with self-deprecating black comedy, his followers may wonder if he’ll soon run out of warped personal anecdotes. Rest assured, Norton’s got a stockpile of freaky tales to draw from.
Brotherly Laughs: Kevin Farley talks family, bringing his own comedy to Muskegon
Written by Eric Mitts | Wednesday, 03 January 2018 11:48 |Whenever actor/comedian Kevin Farley steps onstage, he has to admit one thing almost immediately: Yes, he is Chris Farley’s brother.
There’s no denying the family resemblance between Kevin and his beloved Saturday Night Live star brother, Chris, who passed away in 1997 after a decade-long comedy career that included timeless characters and hit movies like Tommy Boy.
Crowd Control: Longtime stand-up Todd Barry returns to Pyramid Scheme for night of audience interaction
Written by Eric Mitts | Monday, 04 December 2017 08:38 |Over his 30-year career, stand-up comedian Todd Barry has become a master of working a room. With his signature dry wit, he can turn everyday small talk into hilarious banter that keeps an entire crowd rolling with laughter.
Logged In and Laughing: Comedy duo Inaccurate & Inappropriate takes on the internet stage
Written by Kayla Tucker | Wednesday, 01 November 2017 09:49 |Two Grand Rapids women have come together to create a comedic duo thriving off not stand-up or skits, but the power of the internet.
With a show primarily hosted on Facebook, local standup comics Kaira Williams and Megan Elaine have gathered a sort of cult following. The show varies each time in length and content, but it always promises banter between the two personalities.
(Not) Feeling Blue: Despite today’s world, Josh Blue brings the laughs
Written by Eric Mitts | Tuesday, 31 October 2017 11:44 |Heading into last year’s presidential election, comedian Josh Blue took things as seriously as any stand-up comedian could — he ran for office.
Joining up on the independent ticket of fellow comic Ron White as his vice presidential nominee, Blue said their platform included a nationwide legalization of marijuana and better treatment for veterans and the disabled.
“We probably should have stuck with that,” Blue said. “I think we would’ve won.”
Heidecker & Hamburger’s Sold-out Show (Very Good Job)
Written by Eric Mitts | Monday, 09 October 2017 16:41 |Tim Heidecker and Gregg Turkington are both one-of-a-kind, incredibly talented comics who have garnered a following for so skillfully pretending to be without much talent or skill.
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