Hail Satan?

The Satanic Temple’s idiosyncratic quest to remind America about freedom of religion

"...in American politics: It was item one in the writing of the U.S. Constitution. So while the accommodationists and..."

May 3, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

I Do ... Until I Don't

Marriage (comedies) ain't easy

"...I Do … Until I Don’t, a middle-of-the-road domestic comedy from writer/director/star Lake Bell (In a World …; girl..."

Sept. 1, 2017 Movie Review by Josh Kupecki

A Guide to Austin Stand-Up: Comics

The stand-up people behind the city's comedy scene

"...Room (named for Awn's Ronnie Velveeta character) and brightening comedy mics all over town. "One high point," says the..."

March 31, 2017 Arts Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Always Be Chloe-sing

Mary Lynn Rajskub on moving from 24 to stand-up

"...favorite, and now her popularity is luring viewers into comedy clubs to see Rajskub do stand-up...."

Nov. 12, 2014 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Beerfest

The jokes in this latest film from the Broken Lizard comedy troupe are about as potent as near-beer.

"...probably be better off without it. The Broken Lizard comedy troupe (Super Troopers, Club Dread) – comprising Chandrasekhar, Heffernan,..."

Aug. 25, 2006 Movie Review by Toddy Burton

Adam & Steve

It’s an honest, refreshing comedy about love – gay, straight, or both – and is a date movie for all occasions and persuasions.

"...absolutely no coming-out agony. It’s the most honest, refreshing comedy about love – gay, straight, or both – I’ve..."

April 7, 2006 Movie Review by Marrit Ingman

Sideways

A sophisticated date movie about male midlife malcontents and the women who love them, from the director of Election.

"...Sandra Oh. Sideways is a smart and delightful romantic comedy, yet in the course of creating his new charmer..."

Nov. 5, 2004 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Hanging Up

"...itself. Rather, it's the contrived, off-pitch tone of the writing, which is equally unconvincing in its screwball-comedy moments and..."

Feb. 25, 2000 Movie Review by Russell Smith

Next Friday

"...years after the release of Friday, rapper Ice Cube's comedy about pot and potty humor in South Central, the..."

Jan. 21, 2000 Movie Review by Sarah Hepola

From Script to Screen

"...with the tables, rotating every so often. At the Comedy Writing Roundtable (the one I attended) you got to..."

Oct. 9, 1998 Screens Feature

Stuart Saves His Family

"...of some well-aimed comic barbs. Director Ramis is a comedy pro (Groundhog Day and countless writing hits) who should..."

April 28, 1995 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

The Cowboy Way

"...can you expect from a movie that has characters writing important phone numbers in the thick dust on a..."

June 10, 1994 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

Greedy

"...and Phil Hartman. Greedy ain't greedy enough. Sure, this comedy from writing team Lowell Ganz & Babaloo Mandel (A..."

March 11, 1994 Movie Review by Robert Faires

Bad Behavior

"...your heart. No one will mistake this scruffy, ambling comedy from British director Blair (Leave to Remain, Number One)..."

Nov. 12, 1993 Movie Review by Robert Faires

Splitting Heirs

"...watching these days. Idle (who is also responsible for writing this mess) stars as the unwitting heir to a..."

May 7, 1993 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

The Gun in Betty Lou's Handbag

"...movie, but not without its saving graces. A would-be comedy about busting loose, The Gun In Betty Lou's Handbag..."

Aug. 28, 1992 Movie Review by Steve Davis

Thank You and Good Night!

"...Oxenberg (whose previous credits include the humorous short, "A Comedy in Six Unnatural Acts," a film called Home Movie,..."

April 17, 1992 Movie Review by Marjorie Baumgarten

What It Means to Be Funniest Person in Austin

Tyler Groce's victory in the returning comedy contest shows Austin's comedy scene is thriving and diversifying

"...September 21, Tyler Groce emerged victorious as Cap City Comedy Club's Funniest Person in Austin (FPIA)...."

Oct. 7, 2022 Arts Feature by Valerie Lopez

Return to the Hipster Alamo

More Marc Maron: The comedian on WTF, SXSW, and the ATX

"...announced a stacked lineup for this year’s 20-date Oddball Comedy and Curiosity Festival, one name in the pantheon of..."

Sept. 18, 2014 Arts Post by Russ Espinoza

'Keeping Track'

Latino Comedy Project vet mixes domestic conflicts and high tech surveillance

"...scary man, Lee Abraham taught me so much about comedy," Saenz says affectionately of her onetime professor in the..."

April 2, 2010 Arts Feature by Belinda Acosta

A Nation Laughs

On the eve of its fifth Latino Comedy Fiesta, Austin's Latino Comedy Project has discovered a national audience for its signature brand of humor lampooning ethnic stereotypes and challenging cultural assumptions.

"...in the afternoon, the artistic director of the Latino Comedy Project excitedly spoke of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, the..."

Aug. 22, 2003 Arts Feature by Belinda Acosta

Livin' Lavaca Loca

In the early Eighties, back when Jay Leno was still funny, he and a number of now-big name comics told jokes at a little place on Lavaca called the Comedy Workshop. Being there changed the life of one person, who recalls what it was like.

"...late Seventies and throughout the Eighties, during the so-called comedy boom. He was a true road warrior, playing every..."

Jan. 26, 2001 Arts Feature by Angela Davis

National Lampoon Takes Aim at SXSW

Exclusive: Comedy institution brings podcast for 50th anniversary

"...When it comes to comedy, there aren't many brands as famous as National Lampoon...."

Jan. 16, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Laugh on Laugh

The Globe stage is comedy central for Sound on Sound

"...night owls should make note of the Late Knight Comedy Club on the Camping Only stage, featuring headliners and..."

Nov. 4, 2016 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

'Emergency Prom'

Playwright Steve Moulds tailors the tale to the actors, not vice versa

"...material to all 18 actors. How that affected his writing process and shaped this comedy of a young man's..."

Dec. 3, 2010 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Top 10 Arts Stories You Cared About the Most

From racist comedy to new books, returning theatre, and new textile joy, the most read stories about the Austin arts scene in 2021

"...Asian-baiting material during a May set at Big Laugh Comedy. Hinchcliffe's supporters have continued to claim that he was..."

Dec. 17, 2021 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Michelle Tea Brings Her Latest Book to UT

Iconic queer memoirist reflects on her past and future writing career

"...Michelle Tea, our patron saint of queer, feminist writing, has penned everything from cult classics like Valencia and..."

Oct. 24, 2018 Qmmunity Post by Beth Sullivan

Moontower 2014, Day 1: Local Laughs

Feeling funny about Austin's Mac Blake and Brendan K. O'Grady

"...Moontower Comedy & Oddity Festival features tons of great comedians from..."

April 23, 2014 Arts Post by Ashley Moreno

Five Perfect Scenes at Austin Sketch Fest

Because the best comedy always has a story to it

"...this better than Austin Sketch Fest, put on by alt-comedy bastion ColdTowne Theatre this weekend at the Scottish Rite..."

Sept. 30, 2022 Arts Column by James Scott

Honey Boy

Shia LaBeouf's autobiography is more than a therapy session

"...when he was a 12-year-old kid (Jupe) with exemplary comedy timing, holding down a TV sitcom...."

Nov. 22, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

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