Events
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XM Radio, Comedy Central's JIM COLLITON
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons June 1-June 2, 2012 Jim colliton has grown up in the suburbs and now lives with his wife and three children in the suburbs. What does he talk about? If you have ever been embarrassed about the contents of your recycling bin or tried to kill a flying bat in your house you will find Jim’s comedy hilarious. If none of these things hits home, Jim has also stolen a school bus and everyone finds that story funny.
Jim’s love for performing comes out every time he takes the stage, whether...
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
06/01/12 -
06/02/12 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
Wanda Sykes
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre August 16, 2012 Wanda Sykes has been called "one of the funniest stand up comics" by her peers and ranks among Entertainment Weekly's 25 Funniest People in America. Her smart-witted stand up has sent her career in many different areas.
Sykes has starred in films such as “Evan Almighty”, “My Super Ex-Girlfriend”, “Monster-in-Law”, and “Pooty Tang”. She has also done voice over’s for many animated films and starred in her own Comedy...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
08/16/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
The Open Comedy Jam
Presented by Improv Boston at ImprovBoston Theatre February 22, 2009 - Ongoing The Open Jam is where audience members can get out of their seats and jump on stage to perform alongside with visiting troupes and ImprovBoston cast members. The first Sunday of every month is The Jam's College Night. Comedy troupes from across New England's colleges and universities showcase their exciting brands of improv and sketch, and put their school rivalries aside and perform together during the Open Jam. Tickets for College Night are only $5 with a valid student ID!
The Open...
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Improv Boston |
02/22/09 -
Ongoing |
ImprovBoston Theatre, Cambridge |
The Gotham Comedy Club's CHRIS CLARKE
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons June 15-June 16, 2012 Chris Clarke discovered his love for comedy while growing up in Bridgeport, CT. Young Chris grew up watching many of the popular shows of the 80s and 90s, such as In Living Color, Def Comedy Jam, and Saturday Night Live. Chris saw the stars of these shows, and knew that he wanted to follow in their footsteps and become a comedian. As Chris puts it, "it didn't matter how much money you made, or what kind of problems you had at home...everyone was laughing and happy for that hour that...
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
06/15/12 -
06/16/12 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
The Family Show
Presented by Improv Boston at ImprovBoston Theatre February 21, 2009 - Ongoing Start your Saturday night off with an evening full of improvised music, scenes, stories and games that is fun for the whole family! This interactive evening, performed by the ImprovBoston Family Show Cast, is sure to bring out the child in everyone!
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Improv Boston |
02/21/09 -
Ongoing |
ImprovBoston Theatre, Cambridge |
The Donkey Show
Presented by American Repertory Theater at Oberon June 18, 2010 - Ongoing From its six-year run in New York City to a world tour from London to Seoul, the celebrated smash hit The Donkey Show now takes Boston by storm, bringing the ultimate disco experience – a crazy circus of mirror balls and feathered divas, of roller skaters and hustle queens. Come party on the dance floor to all the 70s disco hits you know by heart as the show unfolds around you. The Donkey Show tells the story of A Midsummer Night’s Dream through the great 70s...
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American Repertory Theater |
06/18/10 -
Ongoing |
Oberon, Cambridge |
The Comedy Lab
Presented by Improv Boston at ImprovBoston Theatre February 18, 2009 - Ongoing Each month, ImprovBoston presents two original comedy shows from the New England's best sketch and improv artists. From the silliness of sorority life to ludicrousness of local politicians, the 2010-2011 season of the The Comedy Lab promises edgy original comedy at a price anyone can afford!
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Improv Boston |
02/18/09 -
Ongoing |
ImprovBoston Theatre, Cambridge |
Steven Wright
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre December 1, 2012 Academy Award winner Steven Wright is a prototype comedian that many others continually try to follow. One of four children, Wright was raised in Burlington, MA. Upon graduating from Emerson College and holding a bevy of odd jobs, Steven attended an “open mike” audition and became a regular performer at Ding Ho’s Comedy Club and Chinese Restaurant in Cambridge, MA.
It was during this time that Steven got his big break and was booked for his first...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
12/01/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Steve Bryne and the cast of Sullivan and Son
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre September 7, 2012 In just a few short years, Steve Byrne has risen through the ranks of the comedy world to become one of the industry’s most innovative and sought-after performers. With his high-energy, physical style of comedy, Byrne has evolved throughout the years into an extremely versatile entertainer that delivers on a day-to-day basis. Hailing from Pittsburgh, PA, Steve Byrne was born to a Korean mother and an Irish father, which continues to provide him with an inordinate wealth of comedic...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
09/07/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Stephanie Miller's Sexy Liberal Tour?
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 9, 2012 Stephanie Miller's Sexy Liberal Comedy Tour starring Stephanie Miller and Hal Sparks and John Fugelsang (both featured on Stephanie Miller's syndicated radio program) brings together three of today's brightest "liberal comedians" for an evening of humor from the left in one sexy package.
Not only does the show deliver great comedy, but the tour will also benefit local charities and the content will reflect local issues. In the upcoming Syracuse event, Stephanie will be...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
06/09/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Shear Madness
Presented by Shear Madness at The Charles Playhouse May 1, 2010 - Ongoing Set in a local hair salon and with lines as up-to-date as the morning's news, Shear Madness is theatre with the audience as a central character. In this Boston institution, ongoing at the Charles Playhouse since 1980, the audience gets to help solve a murder mystery in a laugh-a-minute blend of whodunit and improvisational theater. The clues change every night and the laughs come fast and funny. This worldwide phenomenon is filled with up to the minute spontaneous humor and quicksilver...
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Shear Madness |
05/01/10 -
Ongoing |
The Charles Playhouse, Boston |
Sebastian Maniscalco
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre September 14, 2012 What’s Wrong With People? asks Sebastian Maniscalco in his hilarious new hit stand-up special airing on Showtime and available on DVD nationwide on March 27th. In What’s Wrong with People, he brings his witheringly sarcastic and exasperated take on modern behavior and decorum, trying to bridge the gap between the Italian-American Old World he grew up in and the contemporary frenetic world we all live in today. The result is an original, highly relatable stand-up comedy...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
09/14/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Ron White
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre November 10, 2012 Comedian Ron “Tater Salad” White is best known as the cigar smoking, scotch drinking funnyman from the “Blue Collar Comedy” phenomenon. But with two Grammy nominations, a Gold Record, three of the top rated one-hour TV specials in Comedy Central history, a book that appeared on the New York Times Best Seller List, and CD and DVD sales of over 10 Million units, Ron has established himself as a star in his own right. Over the past 5 years he has been one of the top 3...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
11/10/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
R-Rated Hypnotist Frank Santos Jr.
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre July 7, 2012 Frank Santos Jr. has been amazing audiences for over a decade. His spectacular display of mind-bending antics can turn any skeptic into a fan. His act is always fresh, energetic, and unique and no two shows are ever the same!
When Frank Santos Jr. performs the audience becomes the stars, you are not merely an idle bystander vicariously absorbing an out-of-date comedy routine. You, your friends, and strangers across the room are all fair game awaiting the possibility of instant...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
07/07/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Paul Nardizzi Wednesday Comedy Showcase
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons May 11, 2011-May 29, 2013 HEADLINER: PAUL NARDIZZI
Paul Nardizzi's headlines with great local comedians. Paul's very dry observational style of comedy has skyrocketed him from an unknown to a major headliner in just a few short years. He has made numerous appearances on Conan O'Brien, Comedy Central, A & E TV's "An Evening at the Improv", and is one of the most requested acts on XM Satellite Radio. Paul was voted to the Top 10 list of Boston comedians by Tab magazine. Paul was the winner of Both...
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
05/11/11 -
05/29/13 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
Norm MacDonald
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre September 21, 2012 Norm Macdonald is perhaps best known for his five seasons as a cast member on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL). For three years Macdonald anchored “Weekend Update”, SNL’s longest running recurring sketch. Macdonald also wrote for the popular ABC sitcom “Roseanne” and starred in “The Norm Show” from 1999 to 2001. Comedy Central named Macdonald #83 on the five part miniseries “100 Greatest Stand-ups of All Time”. He is also noted...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
09/21/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
NightCap
Presented by Improv Boston at ImprovBoston Theatre February 20, 2009 - Ongoing NightCap is a late-night fringe comedy show that showcases up and coming talent in Boston. Featuring everything from stand-up, improv, sketch, video, and cabaret to conceptual comedy, NightCap is a venue where comedians from Boston and beyond can come and perform experimental and established acts alike in an alternative comedy environment, offering our audiences great late night comedy for a great price.
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Improv Boston |
02/20/09 -
Ongoing |
ImprovBoston Theatre, Cambridge |
Nick's Comedy Stop
Presented by Nick's Comedy Stop at Nick's Comedy Stop January 7, 2011 - Ongoing Nick's Comedy Stop features hilarious local and national comedians every Friday and Saturday night at 8:30pm! Validated parking $10 at the 200 Stuart Street Garage around the corner from Nick's, Boston's oldest comedy club is located in the heart of the Theatre District.
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Nick's Comedy Stop |
01/07/11 -
Ongoing |
Nick's Comedy Stop, Boston |
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National & Local Boston Comics with Boston Attitude
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
05/13/11 -
06/28/14 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
Mike Epps
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 15, 2012 Mike Epps has generated an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers and within the entertainment industry for being one of the funniest comic actors to emerge into the Hollywood scene. He currently stars in his own standup special “Mike Epps Presents”, and is on a national sold out comedy tour, Mike Epps & Friends. Mike was mostly recently seen starring in the Sony Pictures film “Jumping the Broom.”
Known for his quick wit and ability to blend hip hop...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
06/15/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Mike Epps
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre June 15, 2012 Mike Epps has generated an extraordinary amount of buzz among his peers and within the entertainment industry for being one of the funniest comic actors to emerge into the Hollywood scene. He currently stars in his own standup special “Mike Epps Presents”, and is on a national sold out comedy tour, Mike Epps & Friends. Mike was mostly recently seen starring in the Sony Pictures film “Jumping the Broom.”
Known for his quick wit and ability to blend...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
06/15/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Mainstage
Presented by Improv Boston at ImprovBoston Theatre February 19, 2009 - Ongoing ImprovBoston Mainstage is the ever-evolving show that is the cornerstone of ImprovBoston. Blending skillful storytelling, memorable music, audience participation, and joyful chaos, an elite cast of Boston's best improvisers creates a show that redefines itself with every performance. No rules. No boundaries. Just spectacular comedy and incredible improvisation.
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Improv Boston |
02/19/09 -
Ongoing |
ImprovBoston Theatre, Cambridge |
Lil Duval
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre August 11, 2012 Celebrities aren’t exactly pouring out of Jacksonville, Florida but that’s only made Roland Powell’s grind more ferocious. Proclaiming himself “Lil Duval” after the county from which he hails, he has literally put his home turf on his back as he touches every nook and cranny available with his special brand of humor.
In 2004 Lil Duval began appearing on BET’s ComicView in. For three seasons, Jacksonville, Florida’s number one class clown...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
08/11/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Late Nite Catechism 3
Presented by The Hanover Theatre at The Hanover Theatre September 8, 2012 After teaching countless students about the saints, venial sins, limbo and more, Sister is now offering up hilarious lessons on the Sacraments of Marriage and the Last Rites, including her own wacky version of the Newlywed Game. Classroom participation is a must, so bring along your sweetie and your sense of humor for a session with the country's feistiest couples counselor!
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The Hanover Theatre |
09/08/12 |
The Hanover Theatre, Worcester |
Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Competition Winner RON JOSOL
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons June 22-June 23, 2012 Ron Josol represents a new generation of comedy. With his modish comedy style and commanding stage presence, he is one of today’s hottest acts.
Ron has taken his comedy around the world and has performed in Canada, U.S., Pacific Islands, Persian Gulf, Asia, Central America, the Carribean and the in the Middle East.
In Ron’s 2nd year performing as a comedian, he won the coveted Craven A’s funniest Homegrown Competition at the Just For Laughs Comedy...
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
06/22/12 -
06/23/12 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
John Oliver
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre November 17, 2012 John Oliver is a British comedian, actor, and writer. He is best known in the US for his work on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, for which he won an Emmy in 2009. He also plays a recurring character, Professor Ian Duncan, on the television series Community. He has worked extensively with Andy Zaltzman; their body of work includes hundreds of hours of satirical podcasts and radio broadcasts, including series such as Political Animal, The Department, and The Bugle. He is a permanent resident...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
11/17/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
John Caparulo
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre August 25, 2012 Comedian John Caparulo’s sharp wit, unique delivery, and brilliant affinity for cuss words made him a crowd favorite right off the bat. Now, after support from comedy greats like Jay Leno, Chelsea Handler, and Vince Vaughn, John’s getting a shot at becoming a true household name.
Cap’s first big break came at the 2003 Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, where he impressed the industry observers enough to offer him a sitcom deal. It was then he was able to...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
08/25/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
JIM LAULETTA Comedy Showcase
Presented by Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons at Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons November 9, 2010-November 20, 2012 Two for One Admission with Active Military, Disabled Vets, Public Service Employees, or College ID.
800)-401-2221 for Reservations, tickets! Only $15
www.beantowncomedy.com
JIM LAULETTA
A favorite act wherever he goes, Jim mixes his cynical, biting, self-deprecating material with some of the most off the wall off the wall and original impressions you'll EVER see. Quoted by the Boston Globe as "...off-beat and original." Not only is Jim one of the most...
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Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons |
11/09/10 -
11/20/12 |
Dick's Beantown Comedy Vault @ Remingtons, Boston |
Jim Breuer
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre August 17, 2012 With over 20 years of stand-up comedy experience, Jim Breuer remains one of today’s top entertainers and continues to win over audiences with his off-the-wall humor and lovable personality. Named one of Comedy Central's "100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time," Breuer has found success in various facets of the entertainment industry, and is one of the most recognizable comedians in the business. In addition to keeping busy on his current comedy tour “Heavy Metal Family...
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The Wilbur Theatre |
08/17/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |
Jay Mohr
Presented by The Wilbur Theatre at Wilbur Theatre November 2, 2012 Comedian, actor, radio host, and best-selling author, Jay Mohr has been performing stand-up comedy since he was sixteen years old. With a career that has spanned over three decades, Jay has become an artist that is very difficult to define. Never wanting to rest on his accomplishments, Jay has always pushed himself to be more than just a comic.
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The Wilbur Theatre |
11/02/12 |
Wilbur Theatre, Boston |