Comedy legends who defined American humor These comedic pioneers didn’t just tell jokes—they fundamentally shaped how ...

Comedian/Host Chris Spencer attends the 2018 BET Awards – Debra Lee Pre-BET Awards Dinner at Vibiana on June 20, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for BET) *We ...

Comedians discuss Kid Capri’s role in “Def Comedy Jam” in VICE TV’s documentary series “Black Comedy in America.” “What that turned into was having the hipness at a comedy show,” comedian Joe Torry ...

The series premieres Tuesday, October 15 at 10:00 PM ET/PT on VICE TV. Per the news release, it explores the lore and legends of Black comedy and offers a definitive look at the history and impact of ...

In 1969, trailblazing comedian Jackie “Moms” Mabley stood onstage in her trademark floppy hat and flowered housedress and told the audience her slogan for the week. “Quit it if you can’t get it,” she ...

Orange Tree Theatre has announced the full cast and creative team for Peter Shaffer’s Black Comedy. Directed by Caroline Steinbeis, the production will open on 27 May, with previews from 16 May, and ...