The Emmys have struggled to recognize achievement in stand-up comedy. It’s more than a little embarrassing to have categories for best commercial, best game show, and “Outstanding Short Form ...

In September 2019, nearly two years after bursting into viewer's hearts on Queer Eye, Jonathan Van Ness released his memoir. While fans of the feel-good Netflix life-improvement show primarily knew ...

Marlon Wayans is coming to Phoenix for three nights of shows at Stand Up Live, Jan. 8 to 10, and he’s ready for every second.

Jenny Slate was among the stellar comics that added to the greater gamut of stand-up excellence this past year, with “Seasoned Professional.” (Rebecca Rotenberg / Flickr) Sometimes I feel like a ...

The comedy scene is notoriously competitive, but one name has risen through the ranks, turning heads and earning accolades at an astonishing pace: Pedro Franco. This Brazilian stand-up comedian.

I wasn’t expecting a painting of a naked clown to greet me when I FaceTimed Demetri Martin on a Monday afternoon in May. After the longest two seconds of my life, the comedian appeared in front of the ...