comedy

Casting Kids and Teens for Larry David’s HBO Movie

Sande Allesi Casting is casting child actors and adult stand-ins for “Clear History,” an HBO movie written by and starring Larry David that begins production in the Boston area this month.

10 Comics to Watch: Megan Amram Q&A

From Twitter to Tinseltown, Megan Amram is now writing for the NBC comedy "Parks and Recreation."

YouTube’s First Comedy Week Launches May 19

A mix of sketches, stand-up, and musical performances, the streaming video behemoth’s inaugural comedy fest will feature names known (Sarah Silverman, Ben Stiller) and not-so-known.

Back Stage's 10 Comics to Watch in 2012

With Megan Amram, Jerrod Carmichael, Ilana Glazer, Lauren Lapkus, Joe Mande, Arthur Meyer, Sean Patton, Rebecca Delgado Smith, Betsy Sodaro, and Sheng Wang.

PIT Owner Hopes New Club Will be Neighborhood Hangout for Comics

Comedy Bar NYC will feature live comedy and a social club atmosphere at night, and coffee and pastries in the morning.

10 Comics to Watch: Jerrod Carmichael Q&A

After just a few years performing at clubs around Los Angeles, this rising star is ready for primetime on the new Fox comedy series "Goodwin Games."

3 Improv Tips for Non-Improvisers

I often get the chance to use improv in on-camera auditions, and it seems just as often, I’m auditioning with people who have never taken a single improv class. So here are three quick tips for you non-improv actors.

Stephen Tobolowsky Defines Professional Acting

What does being a professional actor mean? My father would say, “You get paid.” That’s true and very important—but aside from that? I think it means you have to perform no matter what.

11 Steps to Becoming a Late Night TV Writer From Sara Schaefer

The comedian, writer, and co-host of MTV’s upcoming “Nikki & Sara Live” shares a list of 10 helpful tips for comics who are looking to get hired as writers for late night shows.

3 Tips to Make Your Audition Funnier

Everyone wants to stand out at comedy auditions. Here’s how to do it.