Over the last decade, standup comedy has never been more in demand. But though the art form is now bigger than ever, today's leading stars owe a debt to generations of comics who came before them.

Almost three years after hosting his best friend Bert Kreischer, Buddy Holly Hall welcomes Tom Segura for a Nov. 2 ...

There’s a quote that is often used to describe comedy: “We must laugh to keep us from crying.” Napoleon Bonaparte first said it, but over time, the words evolved, but the meaning remained the same: ...

If you love the intimate atmosphere of a comedy club, it can be an enjoyable night out. But who needs to leave home when Netflix is bringing the stand-up comedy to you? The best part about Netflix’s ...

Stand-up comedy has long been a boy's club, but thankfully, that's starting to change. I'm not saying you still can't enjoy classics like Jerry Seinfeld, laugh at observational comedians such as John ...

Leslie Jones is an undisputed queen of comedy, having been a regular Saturday Night Live cast member from 2014 to 2019.

Wong's triumph for her fourth Netflix showcase, ‘Single Lady,’ represented only the second time stand-up comedians have been honored at the awards show after Ricky Gervais won the inaugural ...

The KFAN Power Trip Comedy Show, set to open festivities Wednesday, was canceled because of poor ticket sales. Performances by Leslie Jones and Hannibal Buress at the Pantages Theatre each attracted ...

The New York Comedy Festival has unveiled its lineup for the “New York’s Funniest Stand-Ups” showcase, a new spin on a ...

For comedians, a killer bit is like a secret weapon. It works in any room, turns hecklers into fans and leaves the crowd begging for more. If your New Year’s resolution is to be funnier or maybe even ...