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7 of the most fearless comedy specials you might have missed this year
3 weeks, 1 day ago

7 of the most fearless comedy specials you might have missed this year

Salon  

From the moment the Golden Globes added a category for best stand-up comedy performance, cynics like me had doubts. 01 "Rachel Bloom: Death, Let Me Do My Special" Rachel Bloom Purists may argue with our lumping in Bloom’s Off-Broadway one-woman show with classic stand-up sets. I’d rather watch the star and co-creator of the dearly departed “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” process the …

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Vir Das takes aim at post-election America; Comedian’s ‘Congrats, America, you are great again’ satire on Trump’s return
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Vir Das takes aim at post-election America; Comedian’s ‘Congrats, America, you are great again’ satire on Trump’s return

Live Mint  

Stand-up comedian Vir Das has sparked a social media buzz with his satirical take on post-election America during a recent show in the United States. In the video, Vir Das congratulated the audience, saying, “Congrats, America, you are great again,” and humorously suggested that Trump would remain president “for the next four… 25 years.” Commenting on the election’s messaging, he …

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Mrs Brown's Boys star Brendan O'Carroll halts show and sparks BBC probe after making 'racist' joke: Actor says he 'deeply regrets clumsy line'
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Mrs Brown's Boys star Brendan O'Carroll halts show and sparks BBC probe after making 'racist' joke: Actor says he 'deeply regrets clumsy line'

Daily Mail  

Brendan O'Carroll says he 'deeply regrets clumsy line' after making a 'racist' joke during rehearsals for the Christmas specials of Mrs Brown's Boys. Brendan O'Carroll says he 'deeply regrets clumsy line' after making a 'racist' joke during rehearsals for the Christmas specials of Mrs Brown's Boys The Irish comedian, 69, was in the role of Agnes Brown when he made …

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Taylor Tomlinson’s working day and night with comedy specials and ‘After Midnight’
7 months ago

Taylor Tomlinson’s working day and night with comedy specials and ‘After Midnight’

LA Times  

In November, Taylor Tomlinson celebrated a milestone birthday. But then I would come home to L.A. and feel like I was floating, to the point where I was like, ‘Should I not live in L.A.?’” Taylor Tomlinson, left, hosts CBS’ “After Midnight.” Guest comedians include Nico Santos, left, Billy Eichner and Pete Holmes. “After Midnight,” which launched in January, gave …

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L.A. stand-up specials stand out in a year of DIY comedy
1 year ago

L.A. stand-up specials stand out in a year of DIY comedy

LA Times  

It was a banner year for stand-up fans in 2023, with the number of hourlong specials released clearing more than 200 titles. “There’s something truly magical about the journey an artist takes from just a spark of an idea — thinking, ‘I want to create a self-produced comedy special’ — to the moment where it’s a reality, the upload is …

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Review: David Tennant makes glorious return in first of ‘Doctor Who’ 60th-anniversary specials
1 year, 1 month ago

Review: David Tennant makes glorious return in first of ‘Doctor Who’ 60th-anniversary specials

LA Times  

The Tardis has landed. 15 in “The Church on Ruby Road.” This is also the first episode of the beloved British franchise to appear under Disney+’s deal with the BBC to become its exclusive international home, outside of the U.K. and Ireland, but so far the House of Mouse seems to have interfered only to the extent of pouring a …

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One mic stand, Comicstaan: The Comedy Revolution: How OTT platforms are redefining the standup scene
1 year, 3 months ago

One mic stand, Comicstaan: The Comedy Revolution: How OTT platforms are redefining the standup scene

Hindustan Times  

The rise of comedy shows on OTT platforms has been a notable trend in recent years. Shows like Comicstaan, One Mic Stand, Comedy Premiere League, and international productions such as Chris Rock: Selective Outrage and Sommore: Queen Chandelier have garnered attention and praise. As a result of my OTT specials, I could increase the ticket prices for my live shows,” …

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Stand-up comics on selling specials to the streamers: ‘You do not need them’
1 year, 6 months ago

Stand-up comics on selling specials to the streamers: ‘You do not need them’

LA Times  

Netflix’s first live stand-up special, Chris Rock’s “Selective Outrage,” was an all-around success for the streamer, landing among its Top 10 U.S. shows for the week and becoming Nielsen’s most streamed comedy special in a measurement week, with 798 million viewing minutes. Many of the festival’s shows were quickly made available for streaming on the platform, and 12 additional specials …

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Chris Rock to Bro V. Wade: 5 Comedy specials and events we’re excited about in 2023
2 years ago

Chris Rock to Bro V. Wade: 5 Comedy specials and events we’re excited about in 2023

LA Times  

Though 2023 appears to be in full swing after a long holiday, predicting the future of comedy this year still seems pretty laughable. Martindale, host of the podcast “Just Sayin’ With Justin Martindale,” is debuting his first hour of sharp-tongued wit in the first quarter of 2023 with his special titled “Gay Bash.” — Nate Jackson Glendale Room’s Sean Casey …

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Best comedy specials of 2022
2 years, 1 month ago

Best comedy specials of 2022

LA Times  

In another year jam-packed with comedy, it’s always hard to pin down which specials we might actually circle back to when we remember the good times of 2022. Bill Burr, “Live at Red Rocks” “I really hope that by the time this f— thing comes out, it’ll be considered old,” says Burr in reference to his COVID material in the …

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Bad Education and Detectorists get specials as BBC announces comedy investment
2 years, 7 months ago

Bad Education and Detectorists get specials as BBC announces comedy investment

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The BBC has announced a host of new comedy programming …

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Supriya Pathak and Manoj Pahwa's upcoming comedy feature Home Shanti to release on 6th May
2 years, 8 months ago

Supriya Pathak and Manoj Pahwa's upcoming comedy feature Home Shanti to release on 6th May

Firstpost  

Created and Produced by Posham Pa Pictures, Hotstar Specials presents Home Shanti, is a heartwarming tale of a Dehradun-based family’s quest to build their dream house. With its latest series, Hotstar Specials presents Home Shanti, Disney+ Hotstar delivers fans an all-new scrumptious slice-of-life drama that is warm and alive with sweet, family life nuggets. Hotstar Specials is proud to present …

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Hannah Gadsby slams Netflix executive Ted Sarandos for dragging her name into defence of Dave Chappelle
3 years, 2 months ago

Hannah Gadsby slams Netflix executive Ted Sarandos for dragging her name into defence of Dave Chappelle

ABC  

Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby has launched a scathing attack on a Netflix executive who cited her comedy specials in defence of the streaming platform's support for US comedian Dave Chappelle. Key points: Netflix executive Ted Sarandos cited Gadsby and Chappelle's specials as examples of the content diversity on the service In a scathing response, Gadsby asked not to be dragged …

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Anushka Sharma announces Netflix series Mai starring Sakshi Tanwar
3 years, 10 months ago

Anushka Sharma announces Netflix series Mai starring Sakshi Tanwar

India Today  

Anushka Sharma has announced her Netflix series, titled Mai, today. NETFLIX ANNOUNCES NEW FILMS AND SERIES Netflix is announcing an array of new films, series, documentaries, reality shows and comedy specials. "Did someone order new films, series, documentaries, reality shows, comedy specials and more?? Did someone order new films, series, documentaries, reality shows, comedy specials and more?? Hot new arrivals, …

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Mrs Brown’s Boys Christmas special: Everything you need to know about the new episodes of the hit BBC comedy
4 years ago

Mrs Brown’s Boys Christmas special: Everything you need to know about the new episodes of the hit BBC comedy

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Mrs Brown’s Boys specials have been aired by the BBC every Christmas since the series’ …

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Coronavirus Outbreak: From Wake N' Bake to Nanette, a list of comedy specials to laugh to during lockdown
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus Outbreak: From Wake N' Bake to Nanette, a list of comedy specials to laugh to during lockdown

Firstpost  

There’s no better time for laughs, and no time we need them more. Family Tandoncies Amit Tandon’s Netflix special is the first fully Hindi comedy special on Netflix. Life is Good Ashish Shakya’s first comedy special deals with childhood memories, growing up in the 90s and coping with adulthood in his 30s. One Mic Stand Not really a comedy special …

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Vir Das announces new Netflix stand-up special, apologises in advance for ‘things I’m about to say’
4 years, 11 months ago

Vir Das announces new Netflix stand-up special, apologises in advance for ‘things I’m about to say’

Hindustan Times  

Comedian Vir Das will return to Netflix for his upcoming stand-up special, Vir Das: For India, premiering on 26 January. He has become one of six global talents to have three stand-up specials on the streaming service. Vir Das already has two specials streaming on Netflix. Das shared the news on social media, saying the new comedy special is "entirely …

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Beyoncé's Deal With Netflix Is Reportedly Worth $60 Million
5 years, 8 months ago

Beyoncé's Deal With Netflix Is Reportedly Worth $60 Million

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Beyoncé was not playing games with Netflix when she reached a deal with the streaming giant for her documentary “Homecoming.” Netflix reportedly reached a $60 million deal with the iconic singer for three projects, Variety reported, citing unnamed sources. That entire production featured 100 dancers, a full marching band and special guests including Beyoncé’s husband, Jay-Z, her …

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Hotstar Specials' first slate to include Indian adaptations of The Office, Criminal Justice, Hostages
5 years, 10 months ago

Hotstar Specials' first slate to include Indian adaptations of The Office, Criminal Justice, Hostages

Firstpost  

Hotstar Specials has announced four shows, three of which are Indian remakes of popular international series. City of Dreams is an original show that will be helmed by Nagesh Kukunoor OTT platform Hotstar recently announced Hotstar Specials in collaboration with as many as 15 film personalities, to showcase original content of varied formats and genres. The shows are Indian remakes …

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