Smiling Friends” has proven that the show’s signature style and approach to comedy is not getting stale any time soon.

Upland Columbus Pump House’s “Pump Up the Laughs” comedy series is continuing into 2026 with headliner Mark Chalifoux, making his Columbus debut on Jan. 16. With his relatable and clean style of humor ...

Comedy has the power to transcend boundaries, challenge societal norms and provide a fresh perspective on life’s complexities. Over the years, Black comedians have played a pivotal role in reshaping ...

A nostalgic look at why Sharman Joshi-starrer comedy 'Style' continues to entertain audiences even after completing 25 years of its release.

Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld explained the reason behind his "clean" style of comedy in an interview this week, saying it forces him to be "elegant" with his words instead of relying on crude ...

Ryan Heffernan is a Senior Writer at Collider. Storytelling has been one of his interests since an early age, with his appreciation for film and television becoming a particular interest of his during ...

Francesca Lyn is a key figure in the local comics scene — writing, editing, teaching and even performing stand-up comedy on the side. Like all vibrant scenes, it exists because of the many talented, ...

When you're a kid obsessed with comedy, your personality quickly gets defined by the comics you love. For me, that comic was Bob Newhart, but it didn't start with Newhart. I was in fifth grade reading ...

Comedy is a difficult genre to master at the best of times. It demands the perfect balance of timing, tempo, talent, and timeliness, and even then, it won't be to everyone's taste. Furthermore, it is ...

Mom (Emily Kuroda), Albert (Will Dao), Dad (Francis Jue), and Jennifer (Jenny Nguyen Nelson) have an unusual family dinner in TheatreWorks “Tiger Style!” Courtesy Reed Flores. “Tiger Style!” is a ...

Lately, it feels like comedians are the new rock stars. Just survey the sheer number of major tours, streaming specials and nonstop podcasts constantly coming down the pike. After brisk ticket sales, ...

Maybe it's a Sunday night, and you're looking for something funny to watch. Maybe you just got dumped and are looking for a little comedic relief. Maybe you are a budding, up-and-coming comedian and ...