Events matching tag "SXSWcomedy"
Saturday, March 8
Famed "Saturday Night Live" head writer and anchor of the show’s wildly popular "Weekend Update," Seth Meyers is host of NBC's "Late Night," where he brings his signature wit, jokes and satire to the weeknight scene. Joi…
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Mike Shoemaker, Olivia Munn, Seth Meyers
Dan Harmon will be hosting a special SXSW-edition of his podcast from the Liberty Tavern Bar before the world premiere of his film,“Harmontown.” The live show, recorded & performed every Monday night at the Nerdmelt the…
Seth Olenick will appear at the SX Bookstore to sign copies of "Funny Business".……
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Seth Olenick
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Few names are as synonymous with improv as Matt Besser. Founding member of the Upright Citizens Brigade and a regular performer in the world-famous show ASSSSCAT, Matt has brought his talents to this fully improvised pod…
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Adam Pally, Jon Gabrus, Matt Besser
Former Governor and wrestling legend JESSE VENTURA is on the ground in Austin and he’s assembled a team of investigative experts to uncover some explosive information that will unravel the biggest conspiracy yet. The New…
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James Adomian, Kate Berlant, Matt Besser, Mike MacRae
The Grawlix is a live comedy show featuring Adam Cayton-Holland, Andrew Orvedahl and Ben Roy that incorporates stand-up, videos and sketch comedy, all sprinkled with occasional bickering. Based out of Denver, the Grawlix…
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Adam Cayton-Holland, Andrew Orvedahl, Ben Roy, Matt Braunger, Matt Besser
The all-stars of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre's Touring Company bring you an hour of never before seen improvisational comedy, taking inspiration from executive producer Stage17’s hilarious indie webseries, Terri…
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D'Arcy Carden, Jon Gabrus, Michael Kayne, Nicole Byer, Shannon O'Neill
From Paul Provenza and Troy Conrad, Set List: Stand-Up Without A Net is currently a TV series on Sky Atlantic in the UK starring Robin Williams, Maria Bamford, Gilbert Gottfried, Greg Proops, Fred Willard, Drew Carey, Re…
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Adam Cayton-Holland, Ben Kronberg, Greg Proops, Jonah Ray, Kate Berlant, Matt Braunger, Nate Bargatze, Paul Provenza
It’s the first night of SXSW Comedy, and we’re kicking our week off with a party presented by NBC’s Late Night with Seth Meyers.……
Sunday, March 9
Legendary comic actor Jeffrey Tambor (The Larry Sanders Show, Arrested Development) returns to SXSW for another edition of his Acting Workshop. Over the past four decades, Tambor has been an inspiration both on and off-s…
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Jeffrey Tambor
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Join host Scott Aukerman (“Comedy Bang! Bang!” on IFC, “Mr. Show”) for a weekly podcast that blends conversation and character work from today’s funniest comedians. While Scott begins by traditionally interviewing the ce…
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Scott Aukerman
Join host Scott Aukerman (“Comedy Bang! Bang!” on IFC, “Mr. Show”) for a weekly podcast that blends conversation and character work from today’s funniest comedians. While Scott begins by traditionally interviewing the ce…
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Scott Aukerman
Rooftop Comedy gives fans access to the country’s rising stand-up stars, and in this SXSW showcase they’ll present a few of their favorites live onstage.……
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Adam Cayton-Holland, Byron Bowers, Drennon Davis, Iliza Shlesinger, Maggie Maye, Nick Rutherford
The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail hails all the way from the back of a comic book store in Los Angeles, our home since 2010, where we've been named one of the best standup show in LA by LA Weekly, LA Times, and Hollywoo…
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Andres du Bouchet, Andrew Orvedahl, Byron Bowers, James Adomian, Jonah Ray, Kumail Nanjiani
ASSSSCAT, the Upright Citizens Brigade's improv juggernaut that has played to critical acclaim and sold out audiences in New York City for the past ten years, has landed in Los Angeles. So what exactly is ASSSSCAT? Wel…
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Chris Gethard, Jeffrey Tambor, Joe Wengert, Jon Gabrus, Matt Besser, Nicole Byer, Shannon O'Neill, Tim Meadows
From Paul Provenza and Troy Conrad, Set List: Stand-Up Without A Net is currently a TV series on Sky Atlantic in the UK starring Robin Williams, Maria Bamford, Gilbert Gottfried, Greg Proops, Fred Willard, Drew Carey, Re…
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Ben Roy, Byron Bowers, Chris Gethard, Iliza Shlesinger, James Adomian, Jerrod Carmichael, Karen Kilgariff, Paul Provenza
Above Average and the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater present an evening with some of the freshest faces in comedy. Featuring performances from Fred Armisen, Sasheer Zamata, Good Neighbor, Chris Gethard and more. Hosted…
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Beck Bennett, BriTANicK , Chris Gethard, Dave McCary, Fred Armisen, Joe Wengert, Kyle Mooney, Nick Rutherford, Sasheer Zamata, Tim Robinson
Comics unite for a cause in this showcase, which will be live streamed to audiences across the globe to benefit Comedy Give Back’s charitable partner, Feeding America.…
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Adam Pally, Iliza Shlesinger, Nate Bargatze, Pete Holmes, TJ Miller
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Join Above Average, UCB, and special guests immediately following the “Up Next featuring Fred Armisen” comedy show for a late night affair with free drinks, good music and dancing.…
Come ready to get roasted, because this show puts everyone in the front row as standups go off the cuff for a truly interactive, totally unforgettable comedy show.……
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Emily Maya Mills, Jay Oakerson, Jerrod Carmichael, Nate Bargatze, Pete Davidson, Todd Barry
Monday, March 10
Comedian Pete Holmes, host of the hit podcast You Made It Weird, has recently found new success as a talk show host on TBS. The Pete Holmes Show, produced by Conan O'Brien, blends stand-up, sketch, interviews, and offbea…
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Karen Kilgariff, Nick Bernstein, Oren Brimer, Pete Holmes
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Todd Barry (Louie, The Wrestler) hosts a live episode of his podcast, a conversation between a few funny friends that features plenty of Barry’s deadpan wit and dark humor.…
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Todd Barry
Award-winning longform improv team Doppelganger -- Sasheer Zamata (Saturday Night Live), Nicole Byer (Girl Code), and Keisha Zollar (UCB) -- will take a suggestion and create scenes that weave in and out of worlds, conne…
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Keisha Zollar, Nicole Byer, Sasheer Zamata
Funny or Die gives SXSW fans a one-in-a-lifetime chance to catch a comedy legend live at An Evening with Bill Cosby. Plus, stick around for an official afterparty featuring a DJ set from Chromeo.……
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Bill Cosby
Comedian and director of the obscenely hilarious hit film The Aristocrats, Paul Provenza invites some of the biggest names in stand-up to sit down and try to beat each other to the punch line. From politics and racism to…
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Paul Provenza
An evening of innovative standup comedy and polished chaos that sometimes includes short films or music, and the occasional pig roast. The show started as a weekly event in 2006 and has evolved into larger-scale product…
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Jonah Ray, Karen Kilgariff, TJ Miller, Todd Barry
Jon Gabrus is a rugby player from Long Island who loves to drink, which is the perfect trifecta for getting into ridiculous and dangerous situations. Come drink along with Gabrus as he shares some of his beer-soaked tale…
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Adam Pally, Jon Gabrus
The Creek and The Cave has turned Long Island City into one of NYC’s top comedy destinations, and this show features acts who frequently appear on their award-winning stage.…
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James Adomian, Jay Oakerson, Jerrod Carmichael, Kate Berlant, Pete Davidson
Tuesday, March 11
Award-winning IFC series Portlandia is one of the smartest comedies on the air and SXSW is getting a special look at their latest season. Preview clips from the upocming fourth season of Portlandia, followed by a discuss…
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Carrie Brownstein, Fred Armisen, Matt Braunger
Co-stars Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein, of the Award-winning IFC series Portlandia will appear at the SX Bookstore to sign copies of their latest release "The Portlandia Activity Book". To join the signing line at…
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Carrie Brownstein, Fred Armisen
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Affable host Pete Holmes (star of the Conan-produced Pete Holmes Show) presents a live episode of his podcast, where he explores the varied weirdnesses of friends and surprise guests.…
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Jim Breuer, Matt Braunger, Pete Holmes
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Hari Kondabolu’s debut album, Waiting for 2042, was released by Kill Rock Stars today, and we’re celebrating with a very special SXSW Comedy showcase featuring Hari and a few surprise guests. Waiting for 2042 is [availa…
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Andy Haynes, Hari Kondabolu
The legendary New York City comedy club -- home of hit AXS.tv series 'Gotham Comedy Live' -- hosts some of their most popular performers, with headliner Jim Breuer joined by Nate Bargatze, Matt Braunger, and more. Presen…
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Byron Bowers, Jim Breuer, Maggie Maye, Matt Braunger, Nate Bargatze, Sinbad
The show that's turned a living room into one of Los Angeles' hottest stages takes it first trip outside state lines to present this SXSW showcase. Comedy Living Room is a live stand-up comedy show held monthly in the l…
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Adam Cayton-Holland, Byron Bowers, Chris Gethard, Drennon Davis, Karen Kilgariff, Nate Bargatze, Sean O'Connor
Songs and sketches loop together in this live show from Drennon Davis (Last Comic Standing, Adam Devine’s House Party), who will be joined by characters, comic pals, and musical guests for a completely unique “radio” sho…
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Andres du Bouchet, Drennon Davis, Jake Weisman, Karen Kilgariff, Nick Stargu
The legendary New York City comedy club -- home of hit AXS.tv series 'Gotham Comedy Live' -- hosts some of their most popular performers, with headliner Jim Breuer joined by Nate Bargatze, Matt Braunger, and more. Presen…
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Jerrod Carmichael, Jim Breuer, Maggie Maye, Matt Braunger, Nate Bargatze, Sinbad
Started at the Creek and the Cave in New York City, and now a Los Angeles hit, this 420-friendly show features “comedy under the influence,” from comics under the influence.……
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Andy Haynes, Byron Bowers, Emily Maya Mills, Hari Kondabolu, Jake Weisman, Jay Oakerson, Jerrod Carmichael, Nate Bargatze, Sean O'Connor
Wednesday, March 12
Proudly billed as "the most bizarre and often saddest talk show in New York City," this public access hit promises a truly unique, absolutely unpredictable live show. With special guests The Front Bottoms! Check out ww…
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Chris Gethard
Thursday, March 13
Superego began in 2006 when Matt Gourley and Jeremy Carter finally decided to record some of the stupid things they’d been saying. Luckily, Podcasts were just starting to emerge as an obscure form of media that no one wa…
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Jeff Bryan Davis
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Loud Village is known for throwing some of LA’s best comedy and music parties. And this year, they’re doing both in Austin with help from their friends in Loveway Records! Come join in on the fun as they come together …
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Byron Bowers, Jake Weisman, Sean O'Connor, TJ Miller
Friday, March 14
Need some hair of the dog or have a hankering for breakfast egg tacos? Comedy Central’s “Kegs and Eggs” is the destination. The event will feature activities including: a “Drunk History” dunk tank where fans can get dunk…
Howard Kremer and his trusty chart keeper Kulap Vilaysack are here with the charts of the week. Learn what is hitting in music and movies, and learn about some of your favorite comedians with games like Chart Roulette at…
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Howard Kremer, Kulap Vilaysack
Hannibal Buress is back on Comedy Central with his brand new hour standup special HANNIBAL BURESS LIVE FROM CHICAGO. Taped at The Vic Theater in his hometown of Chicago, IL, Hannibal’s latest offering features more of th…
Saturday, March 15
Comedian Doug Benson (star of "Super High Me", host of the Doug Loves Movies podcast) has toured the country with his wildly popular Movie Interruption, a live comedy show celebrating classic (and not-so-classic) films. …
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