comedy

Mike Birbiglia Writes, Directs, and Stars in ‘Sleepwalk With Me’

Comedian and storyteller Mike Birbiglia opens up about the making of his new film, learning to laugh at himself, and going to comedy college.

Mike Birbiglia on Making the ‘Once’ of Comedy Movies

The writer, director, and star of “Sleepwalk With Me” worked with casting director Jennifer Euston to cast comedians to portray comedians.

IFC 'Adopts' Comedian Chris Gethard, Expands Original Comedy Programming

As the first in IFC's "Adopt-a-Comic" program, Gethard is developing his own show and will host on-air programs, create web content, and more for the "slightly off" network.

W. Kamau Bell on San Francisco's Solo Performance Workshop

The host of "Totally Biased" on FX and creator of the hit one-man show "The W. Kamau Bell Curve" explains how a standup comic ended up directing solo shows.

Comedian W. Kamau Bell Is 'Totally Biased' on FX

The sociopolitical comedian has relocated from the Bay Area to Brooklyn for his TV debut, hosting his own late-night comedy show.

Jay Mohr, Splitsider Launch New Comedy Podcast Networks

Jay Mohr's Fake Mustache network and the new Splitsider Podcast Network both launched Aug. 6 and offer curated comedy podcast lineups.

Montreal Just for Laughs Fest Reveals 2012 New Faces of Comedy

Fifty standup comedians, sketch comedy performers, unrepresented talent, and homegrown Canadian comics were chosen for the 2012 edition of JFL's New Faces.

10 Comics to Watch: Ilana Glazer Q&A

Glazer and her comedy partner Abbi Jacobson are developing their hit web series "Broad City" into a new TV show for FX.

10 Comics to Watch: Arthur Meyer Q&A

A keystone of New York's sketch and improv scene, Arthur Meyer can now be seen on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon" and will star in a new movie this fall.

10 Comics to Watch: Lauren Lapkus Q&A

The fresh-faced comedic talent gained sketch and improv experience in Chicago and New York before landing in Hollywood on NBC's "Are You There Chelsea?"