Recently, I've been exploring Amazon Prime Video's vast catalog of offerings, and I've discovered some truly outstanding gems. From newer comedians I've never really heard of to established acts, ...

Gervais, a five-time host of the Golden Globes ceremony, won the award for his Netflix special “Mortality.” The presenter of ...

The time has finally come: We’re back with our year-end list on the emerging comics you need to know. It’s been another hugely dynamic year for comedy, with 29 stand-up specials from Netflix, 12 ...

No other comedy special this year accomplishes quite the same mixture of emotion that Jordan Jensen’s does. It is so closely written, so thoroughly and carefully conceived as a window into Jensen’s ...

Marlon Wayans is coming to Phoenix for three nights of shows at Stand Up Live, Jan. 8 to 10, and he’s ready for every second.

Wanda Sykes, who presented the Golden Globe Award for best stand-up comedy performance on TV, criticized nominee Ricky ...

She’s gotten Brooklyn to make some noise — and plenty of laughter. Now, the Park Slope comedian Claire Berger is here to make you think, and perhaps to inspire your next career move .Last month, the ...

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Comedy has the power to transcend boundaries, challenge societal norms and provide a fresh perspective on life’s complexities. Over the years, Black comedians have played a pivotal role in reshaping ...