July 10, 2014

New Comedies Shine in Emmy Nominations

In a year filled with heavy-hitting dramatic performances and series, an array of fresh, original and edgy comedic offerings were honored with nominations for the 66th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
July 1, 2014

Who Is Jeffrey Gurian and Why Does Everyone in Comedy Know Him!?

Jeffrey Gurian is one of the most well known fixtures in the comedy world. You'll see him in clubs, at most comedy festivals, and at red carpets with a microphone in hand ready to interview his favorite comics. He's not a comedian (although he has performed stand up), and he doesn't work for a major television network. He isn't a super agent, or comedy club owner. Jeffrey isn't a 'power player' in the usual sense of the word. He hosts his interviews for his own self-produced YouTube Channel, Comedy Matters TV. So you might not expect him to be one of the most connected people in the world of comedy, and yet, he is.
June 25, 2014

Second Annual Funny or Die Oddball Comedy Tour Dates

An all-star lineup has been announced for this summer’s “Funny Or Die Presents Oddball Comedy & Curiosity Festival 2014.” Last year's 15 city tour was so successful that this year's events are being greatly expanded. 21 dates of comedy kicks off on August 8 in Tampa, Florida, and concludes on September 21 in Austin, Texas.
June 16, 2014

Liberty Hardy’s Perfect Comedy Summer Reading List: 42 Comedy Books

Need new book suggestions? We've got em in our 2014 Comedy Summer Reading List! Summertime means outdoor grilling, trips to the beach, road trips and poolside sitting. And summer reading is a mandatory part of all of those things. Let us help you find some great books to take along with you all summer long. This year we are celebrating 42 of the funniest, smartest, and most interesting books that have comedy as a component. A few books written by your favorite comedians, novels from some of the world's funniest writers past and present, and a few quirky off-beat options thrown in.