Comedy brings us joy, lightens the mood during dark times, and fosters a deep connection between people who can cackle at the same things. But can it change the tides of history? If you ask Geoff ...

A new book is nostalgic for the ’90s. But the era of crossover success was not necessarily the pinnacle of Black comedic achievement.

Discover the hilarious history of Black comedians in America in 'Black Out Loud' by Geoff Bennett. A must-read for comedy lovers!

Jay Jurden's new Hulu comedy special, Yes Ma'am, premiered earlier this month and makes it clear why he's become one of the most exciting queer voices in stand-up comedy today. Notably, Jurden stands ...

Inflation and the availability of specials on streaming services are creating challenges for comedy clubs. Black-owned venues are especially strained. Fewer than 10 in the U.S. dedicate their stages ...

In the late ’80s and early ’90s, a group of five African American men — all famous comedians — created a body of work that shifted popular culture, altered the entertainment industry and impacted ...

Black Comedy at Theatre Above the Law Credit: Tyler Core As the central couple, Brooks Whitlock and Connar Brown-Sprenger are excellent upper-class twits, all clipped vowels and fussiness. Jarvis ...

S1: Welcome in San Diego , it's Jade Hindman. On today's show , PBS NewsHour co-anchor Jeff Bennett is out with a new book about a golden era for comedy , the 90s. This is KPBS Midday Edition.

Jack Black is undoubtedly a legacy actor within the comedy genre. His ability to convey such emotion remains a cornerstone of the actor’s appeal. While his style of comedy remains relatively uniform — ...

OAKLAND, Calif. - Laughter filled the room as comedians took the stage for the semifinals during the Bay Area Black Comedy Competition and Festival. It's a long-running showcase that has served as a ...