Klaus Kinski's Comedy Canon (10/23/07)

October 23, 2007

David Cross @ UCB Theater, NYC – Oct 19, 2007 (CRED)

Some Fred Armisen news y’all. Drag City Records has finally released Fred Armisen Presents Jens Hanneman: Complicated Drumming Techinque. I mentioned this DVD in a previous Canon, but have a look at the trailer at the end of this post. Fred will be at Sound Fix Records in Brooklyn on October 27th @ 8:00pm – performing, taking questions, and signing the DVD.

In the time that has elapsed since my last Canon, not only was the Sarah Silverman Program Season 1 DVD released, but the second season began airing on Comedy Central. So far, season two has been phenomenal and I just can’t get enough of Jay Johnston, Brian Posehn, and Steve Agee‘s characters. In honor of a stellar-so-far Season 2, we’re having a contest! To win, simply email [email protected] (subject: Silverman!). A grand prize winner will receive a shirt, season 1 DVD, and a condom. Two runners up will get the season 1 DVD. Don’t forget, Season 2 airs Wed. nights at 10:30 pm EST on Comedy Central.

Oh, and don’t forget to see Sarah Silverman, Todd Barry, and Doug Benson at Carnegie Hall as part of the New York Comedy Festival.

Some Michael Ian Black and Michael Showalter news too! Michael Ian Black released a CD on September 25th entitled I’m A Wonderful Man. Michael Showater recorded a CD at Union Hall back in July for JDub Records. It doesn’t come out until November, but it’s called Sandwiches and Cats and you can totally pre-order it right this very second. The two Michaels will also be touring together! Dates below.

Nick Swardson released a CD too! Check it out.

MORE COMEDY BELOW………
Comedy wunderkind Bobby Tisdale has a new weekly shin-dig happening out in Brookyln called Bingo Night @ The Black Rabbit. The show happens every Sunday in Greenpoint at the Black Rabbit (Greenpoint Ave b/t Manhattan Ave & Franklin). Befriend him on myspace for weekly announcements as to what sort of craziness you can expect at upcoming bingo nights!

Comix has opened a second room at their club called Ochi’s Lounge. Trying to bring ‘indie’ comedy to a cleaner, more professional room, Ochi’s has a 1-item minimum and no cover. Not a bad deal and probably worth a look, though I tend to prefer my clubs a bit on the filthy side.

Keep checking the Human Giant Production Diary! As they continue to shoot season two, they continue to blog about it. GREAT stuff.

Speaking of video diaries, The Comedians of Comedy have a tour diary being hosted by Superdeluxe. Check it Out

My buddy Ben has been an interviewing machine lately. Here’s some of his most recent dialogues

UPCOMING NYC SHOWS

10/24 – 10/28, UCB Theater: OFFENSIVE FEST: 5 days of the most offensive comedy you will ever see. There are so many incredible acts performing. Check out the schedule and start making reservations, asshole!

10/29 – 8:00pm, UCB Theater: The Franco and Billy Show: They’re just awesome. Check out some clips on their myspace page, and then see them on the 29th.

10/29 – 8:00pm, KARMA: London Calling: Some of New York’s finest are heading to Europe for a comedy / music tour. Catch them before the shove off. Featuring John Oliver, Liam McEneaney, Leo Allen, Todd Hanon, Trachtenburg, and MORE!!!

10/31 – 7:00pm, Union Hall: Union Hall-O-Ween: Sponsored by the The Onion featuring comedy performances by the cast of Lucy, Daughter of the Devil, (Jon Benjamin, Eugene Mirman, etc.) and musical performances by Cheeseburger and Cassettes Won’t Listen

11/1 – 7:30pm, Union Hall: Todd Barry 20th Anniversary Show!: The great Todd Barry celebrates 20 years on stage with a shin-dig featuring Sarah Vowell, Michael Showalter, Slovin & Allen, Heather Lawless, and TONS of special guests (Cross?). $20 to get in and all proceeds benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Michael Ian Black / Michael Showalter Tour Dates
10/24 – Atlanta, GA @ Roxy Theatre (tix)
10/26 – Orlando, FL @ The Social (tix)
10/27 – West Palm Beach, FL @ The Theatre (tix)
10/29 – Somerville, MA @ Somerville Theatre (tix)
11/14 – Cleveland, OH @ Grog Shop (tix)
11/15 – Madison, WI @ The Barrymore (tix)
11/16 – Minneapolis, MN @ Pantages Theatre (tix)
11/30 – Philadelphia, PA @ The Fillmore at TLA (tix)
12/01 – New York, NY @ The Fillmore at Irving Plaza (tix)