Comedy (genre)

Bay Theatre's 'The Foursome' offers 18 holes and a lot more laughs

2012-12-13 13:52:21

Bay Theatre Company's production of Norm Foster's "The Foursome" might well be described as a profound comedy. In this season's second show, running through Jan. 13, Bay president Barbara Dwyer Brown promises to deliver "the gift of laughter in an...

'1600 Penn' inherits 'Modern Family' comedic DNA

2012-12-17 06:01:00

NBC is promoting "1600 Penn," a midseason sitcom from Baltimore native Jason Winer, as " 'Modern Family' meets 'The West Wing.' " Forget "The West Wing" part. After seeing three episodes, including the pilot that premieres with a sneak preview at 9:30...

Like/Dislike with Mike Storck, Baltimore comedian

2013-01-02 08:52:00

Though he confidently calls his act "intelligently warped," Mike Storck wasn't always sure a comedian's life was for him. He bounced between several jobs before realizing stand-up was his "true calling." "I've been able to turn my love of laughter...

PGLT's 'The Hallelujah Girls' delivers unique brand of holiday cheer

2012-12-19 20:12:05

Prince George's Little Theatre opens its 53rd season with "The Hallelujah Girls," giving area audiences their first opportunity to enjoy this show that celebrates all holidays — from Christmas to the Chinese New Year and ending happily on the Fourth...

Shaq's Comedy Jam brings laughs to the Lyric

2012-11-08 13:50:00

As the host of Shaquille O'Neal's All-Star Comedy Jam 2012, Gary Owen always has to be on his game. There's no letup — not when you're the guy charged with keeping the crowd roaring through six different acts putting out more than two hours of...

Baltimore native Jason Winer gets new Hollywood deal, NBC debut date

2012-10-31 04:58:00

Baltimore native Jason Winer signed a new deal with 20th Century as NBC announced a premiere date for his sitcom, "1600 Penn," according to the trade publication Variety. The deal will keep the Friends School graduate�writing-producing and directing at...

'Dancing With the Stars All-Stars' recap, Guilty pleasure time

2012-10-23 05:55:00

Tonight's an abbreviated show due to the presidential debate. Four couples will do their individual routines, and the other four couples will dance their group routine. Tomorrow, they switch. It's "Guilty Pleasures" night -- which, don't get me...

Oct. 10: Drunk History

2012-10-10 00:00:00

With 'Drunk History,' Lutherville's Derek Waters has a tipsy hit Five years ago, Lutherville native Derek Waters was a struggling comedian in Los Angeles. Like thousands before him, he had dreams of being cast on "Saturday Night Live" or making it in...

With 'Drunk History,' Lutherville's Derek Waters has a tipsy hit

2012-10-09 12:34:00

Five years ago, Lutherville native Derek Waters was a struggling comedian in Los Angeles. Like thousands before him, he had dreams of being cast on "Saturday Night Live" or making it in Hollywood as a funny guy. But Waters wasn't having much luck. "My...

The great debate falls short

2012-10-01 20:31:00

"This debate is completely ridiculous. There's no reason for a debate." It's an election year. We all know how the McMahon family loves itself an election year. But I think it's fair to say Big Show sufficiently covered all the bases with those two...

Baltimore, 'Homeland' have winning night at 2012 Emmys

2012-09-23 21:04:00

The biggest winner Sunday at the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards had to be Showtime’s “Homeland,” which took the top three drama awards in an upset over such favorites as “Mad Men” and Downton Abbey.” But Baltimore-based...

Baltimore comedian set to host 'Off Beat' on Fuse

2012-09-05 04:35:00

Baltimore comedian Mike E. Winfield just scored a gig hosting a new weekly show on Fuse. Winfield, an actor with a most-voluptuous Afro who last year had a recurring role on "The Office," will be the face of "Off Beat," a show that will highlight the...

Box office bite Hudson has had exactly one film make more than $100 million, the romantic comedy "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days." Hathaway's commercial choices have done far better, starring in three movies that crossed the threshold: "Get Smart," "The Devil Wears Prada" and "The Princess Diaries.

2013-04-29 09:23:00

Caroline Rhea has done it all, including stand-up comedy, acting and hosting a television talk show. She turns 47 today. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images)

2013-03-05 11:56:00

The plot: John Larroquette starred as a recovering alcoholic who manages a St. Louis bus station. His struggle to stay sober was the subject of this dark comedy. In this episode, Hemingway shares a hotel room with snack-bar operator Dexter, played by Daryl "Chill" Mitchell. How many watched: 17.

2013-02-04 13:58:00