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Yahoo
3 days ago
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New York Comedy Festival to Feature Louis C.K., Margaret Cho and ‘Strangers With Candy' Reunion
Laughs are loading for this year's New York Comedy Festival. The festival will feature more than 200 comedians at 100 shows at venues across the five boroughs for 10 days from Nov. 7-16. This year's headliners include such acts as the Basement Yard, Hannah Berner, Michael Blackson, Louis C.K., Margaret Cho, Alex Edelman, Chris Fleming, Pete Holmes, Morgan Jay, Ismo, Ryan Long, Nurse John, Yohay Sponder, Trevor Wallace and more. More from The Hollywood Reporter Christopher Guest Reveals the "Brutal" Backstage Dog Show Moment That He Couldn't Include in 'Best in Show': "It's Too Much" 'Giggly Squad' Podcast Renews Ad Partnership With Acast Margaret Cho Says Ellen DeGeneres Was "Really Weird and Not Nice" to Her for Most of Her Career Also on the lineup is a special reunion for Strangers with Candy creators and stars Stephen Colbert, Paul Dinello and Amy Sedaris. The event, to be held at Town Hall on Nov. 8, is billed as a celebration of the 25th anniversary of the show's cancellation. Strangers with Candy aired for three seasons on Comedy Central and became a cult classic thanks to its risqué humor and wild storylines. It cast Sedaris as Jerri Blank, a 46-year-old ex-drug addict who returns to high school to do it a second time as a freshman. As the show grew in popularity, it snagged high-profile guest stars like Will Ferrell, Andy Richter, Tim Meadows, David Cross, Paul Rudd, Winona Ryder and more. It currently streams on Paramount+. 'We're thrilled to unveil this year's incredible lineup — a dynamic mix of global headliners and rising voices that reflect where comedy is right now and where it's headed. We're proud to continue to bring New York City the very best of the best' said Caroline Hirsch, founder and owner of the New York Comedy Festival which launched in 2004. 'In a constantly shifting landscape, we stay committed to spotlighting new voices, championing fresh perspectives, breaking form and shaping a festival that sets the standard both creatively and commercially.' Added the Basement Yard's Joe Santagato: 'I have no idea how many planets had to align for this opportunity to be given to two kids from Queens but we are so excited and will give New York the best possible show we can.' Beyond headliners, the New York Comedy Festival is expected to reveal details for additional events in the coming months for its Stand Up for Heroes, New York's Funniest Stand Ups presented by Threads, Comics to Watch, live podcast recordings, panel discussions and more. More information can be found here. Tickets are available to the general public starting July 21 at 11 a.m. ET. Bread Financial serves as the official sponsor of the festival and the Bread Cashback American Express Credit Card is the official card, and holders have early access to purchase pre-sale tickets beginning July 16. Additional sponsors include Threads, Hard Rock Hotel New York (the official host hotel for a fourth year), ABC7, iHeart Radio, NYC Media & Entertainment, NYC Tourism + Conventions, Founded in NYC, New York Magazine, New York Post, Vulture and The Wall Street Journal. Since it landed on the scene, the NYCF has hosted top talents like Judd Apatow, Bill Burr, Margaret Cho, Larry David, Kevin Hart, Jo Koy, Nick Kroll, Bill Maher, Trevor Noah, Conan O'Brien, Amy Schumer, Sarah Silverman, Wanda Sykes, Tracy Morgan and many more. The 2025 lineup thus far is below. Friday, Nov. 7 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. – Ryan Long at the Venue at Hard Rock Hotel New York 8 p.m. – Nurse John: The Short-Staffed Tour at The Beacon Theatre Saturday, Nov. 8 7 p.m. – A celebration of the 25th anniversary of the cancellation of Strangers with Candy with Stephen Colbert, Paul Dinello and Amy Sedaris at Town Hall 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. – Ryan Long at the Venue at Hard Rock Hotel New York 7 p.m.– Trevor Wallace: The Alpha Beta Male at Beacon Theatre 8 p.m. – Hannah Berner: None of My Business Tour at Carnegie Hall Sunday, Nov. 9 7 p.m. – Ismo: Woo Hoo! World Tour at Town Hall Thursday, Nov. 13 7 p.m. – Yohay Sponder at Town Hall 7 p.m. – Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour at The Beacon Theatre 8 p.m. – The Basement Yard: From the Basement to the World Tour at Madison Square Garden Friday, Nov. 14 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. – Michael Blackson: America Is Fkd Comedy Tour at the Venue at Hard Rock Hotel NY 7 p.m. – Pete Holmes: The Pete Here Now Tour at Town Hall 7:30 p.m. – Louis C.K. Ridiculous at The Beacon Theater Saturday, Nov. 15 6 p.m. – Alex Edelman: What Are You Going To Do at Carnegie Hall 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. – Michael Blackson: America Is Fkd Comedy Tour at the Venue at Hard Rock Hotel NY 7 p.m. – Margaret Cho: Choligarchy at Town Hall 7:30 p.m. – Louis C.K. Ridiculous at The Beacon Theater 8:45 p.m. – Chris Fleming at Carnegie Hall Best of The Hollywood Reporter Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Harvey Weinstein's "Jane Doe 1" Victim Reveals Identity: "I'm Tired of Hiding" 'Awards Chatter' Podcast: 'Sopranos' Creator David Chase Finally Reveals What Happened to Tony (Exclusive) Solve the daily Crossword
CNN
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
British-Egyptian actor Khalid Abdalla releases new song dedicated to Palestinian children
Khalid Abdalla has become one of the the most prominent voices supporting Palestinian rights. In an interview with CNN's Becky Anderson, he urges his fellow artists to "stand up.'
CNN
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
British-Egyptian actor Khalid Abdalla releases new song dedicated to Palestinian children
Khalid Abdalla has become one of the the most prominent voices supporting Palestinian rights. In an interview with CNN's Becky Anderson, he urges his fellow artists to "stand up.'
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Founding member of chart-topping ‘80s R&B group dies at 68
Wayne Lewis, founding member of the platinum-selling R&B group Atlantic Starr, has died. He was 68 years old. Lewis died on Thursday, June 5, according to a Facebook post from Atlantic Starr on Friday, June 6. 'It's with great sadness we have to post the passing of Wayne Lewis,' the post reads. 'Please keep the family in your prayers and respect there privacy.' A cause of death was not revealed. Born April 13, 1957, Lewis co-founded Atlantic Starr with his brothers David Lewis and Jonathan Lewis in 1976 in White Plains, New York, according to Billboard. Other early members of the group were Clifford Archer, Sharon Bryant, Porter Carroll Jr., Joseph Phillips, Damon Rentie and William Sudderth. Bryant and Rentie were later replaced by Barbara Weathers and Koran Daniels, respectively. Atlantic Starr signed with A&M Records and released its debut, self-titled album in 1978 followed by their sophomore effort, 'Straight to the Point,' in 1979. The group initially scored several hits on the R&B charts — including 'Stand Up,' 'When Love Calls' and 'Send for Me' — before achieving crossover success. Atlantic Starr's first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 was 1982's 'Circles,' which peaked at No. 38. The song also reached No. 2 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The group's biggest commercial success came in 1987 when 'Always' topped the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts. 'My First Love' in 1989 was Atlantic Starr's only other No. 1 on the latter chart. Atlantic Starr earned a total of 11 top 10 songs on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and three top 10 hits on Billboard's Hot 100 charts in addition to a platinum album, gold album and gold single, according to the RIAA. Atlantic Starr's most recent album, 'Metamorphosis,' was released in 2017. Legendary hip-hop duo's first US tour in 15 years to start in Mass. Festival fans demand refunds after headliner's set slashed over weather delay Live Wire: Two Northampton music series return in time for summer 'Devastated' music legend cancels more shows due to health issues Indie rock band's singer says this is 'best venue in America': Have you been? Read the original article on MassLive.
New York Post
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Wayne Lewis, Atlantic Starr singer and founder, dead at 68
Wayne Lewis, a singer and founding member of the R&B band Atlantic Starr, has died. He was 68. The group shared the news of Lewis' death in a statement on Facebook Friday. 'It's with great sadness we have to post the passing of Wayne Lewis on June 5, 2025 please keep the family in your prayers and respect there privacy #waynelewis #restinpeace #flyhigh Sunrise 4/13/1957 Sunset 6/5/2025 #restinpeaceWayne,' the band wrote. Advertisement 9 Wayne Lewis of Atlantic Starr performs in Mableton, Georgia in July 2023. Getty Images A cause of death was not revealed. Fans paid tribute to the legendary singer in the comments section of the post. Advertisement 'Nooooo I am devastated seeing this. My condolences to all family and friends,' one fan wrote. 9 Wayne Lewis performs at the Park West Theater in Chicago in 1983. Getty Images 9 David Lewis, Jonathan Lewis, John Phillips, Wayne Lewis and Sharon Bryant of Atlantic Starr pose for a group portrait in 1983. Ron Wolfson/Michael'A great songwriter. Atlantic Starr was better once he became leader. He will be missed,' another fan said. Advertisement Someone else commented, 'RIP BROTHER…The voice of a generation!!!!My condolences to the family.' 'I had the pleasure of meeting him last September, what an amazing soul. Rest in peace ,' said a fourth fan. 9 Wayne Lewis performs onstage during An Evening Of Funk at Mable House Barnes Amphitheatre in 2021. Getty Images Atlantic Starr was founded in White Plains, New York in 1976 by Lewis, his brothers David and Jonathan, and drummer Porter Carroll Jr., bassist Clifford Archer and percussionist-flutist Joseph Phillip. Advertisement Other early members included lead singer Sharon Bryant, trumpeter William Sudderth III, and saxophonist Damon Rentie. Bryant and Rentie were later replaced by Barbara Weathers and Koran Daniels, respectively. 9 David Lewis, Barbara Weathers and Wayne Lewis perform in Chicago in 1987. Getty Images 9 Wayne Lewis performs in Chicago in 1986. Getty Images 9 The members of Atlantic Starr at their Gold Record presentation in 1985. Getty Images The group released their self-titled debut album in 1978 with hits including 'Stand Up,' 'Keep It Comin,'' '(I'll Never Miss) The Love I Never Had' and 'With Your Love I Come Alive.' Over the next 15 years, Atlantic Starr put out more popular songs including 'Circles,' 'Secret Lovers,' 'Silver Shadow,' 'Masterpiece' and 'Always,' which peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 and Billboard Hot Black Singles charts, becoming the band's only number one song. 9 L'john Epps, Melissa Pierce, and Wayne Lewis of Atlantic Starr perform in Mableton, Georgia in Aug. 2021. Getty Images The group was initially signed to A&M before moving over to Warner Bros. Records. After their relationship with Warner Bros. dissolved in the early 1990s, they began working with multiple record labels including Reprise and Arista. They released their latest album 2017's 'Metamorphosis,' with Metamorphous, LLC. Advertisement 9 David Lewis, Wayne Lewis and Barbara Weathers of Atlantic Starr perform at the Arie Crown Theater in October 1987. Getty Images Outside of music, Atlantic Starr appeared as themselves on a 1992 episode of the daytime soap opera 'Another World.' They performed at local nightspot Sassy's during the episode. Lewis was among the band's current lineup, alongside his brother Jonathan, Melessa Pierce and Shammah Carter.
