Tag: comedy
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Catch Pauly Shore, Lucy Darling, Wyatt Cote and other performers on stage this week
PAULY SHORE: Comedian and actor Pauly Shore brings his stand-up tour to Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers. Best known for MTV’s “Totally Pauly” and comedy films like “Encino Man” and “Bio-Dome,” Shore will include stories from his decades in entertainment in. his performance at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, $45.70-$103.86; phillongmusichall.com. …
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Comedy, theater and dance across Colorado Springs this week
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‘STAR DANCER’: Theatre Across Borders presents a family-friendly production at The Millibo Art Theatre following an alien’s journey to save her planet while learning about the science of stars. Designed for elementary-aged audiences, the show blends storytelling, movement and music, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday and at 11 a.m. on Sunday, 1626 S.…
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Art exhibitions, guitar shows and a ukulele festival across Colorado this week
17TH ANNUAL DENVER UKEFEST: It’s a full day of ukulele-centered music, workshops and performances at Swallow Hill Music. Featuring artists such as Brittni Paiva, Cynthia Lin and Steven Espaniola, the event celebrates the versatility of the instrument, from 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, 71 E. Yale Ave., Denver, $63.25-$102.87; swallowhillmusic.org. THE COLORADO GUITAR SHOW…
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Where to catch laughs, legends and a little magic on stage this week
‘THE SLEEPING BEAUTY’: The classic fairytale comes to life at Pikes Peak Center with stunning choreography, elaborate costumes and a magical stage design. Follow Princess Aurora’s journey from a cursed slumber to true love’s awakening in this timeless ballet performed by an international cast, 7 p.m. Wednesday, 190 S. Cascade Ave., $65-$152; pikespeakcenter.com. FELTY &…
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Stage acts to catch around Colorado Springs this week
“WE’RE ALL DOING GREAT AND OTHER LIES”: A stand-up show that blends raw honesty with big laughs takes over Loonees Comedy Corner. The night features headliner AJ Finney alongside a lineup of comics tackling topics such as mental health, addiction and the chaos of everyday life. The show leans into real stories while delivering plenty…
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Jeff Dunham’s ‘Artificial Intelligence’ tour lands in Colorado Springs
Walter has opinions. Peanut has energy. Achmed the Dead Terrorist has threats, and Bubba J always has a beer, or at least he’s always wishing he did. Multiple voices, multiple personalities, and somehow, they all come from one man. Jeff Dunham, the longtime comedian and ventriloquist, will bring his “Artificial Intelligence” tour to the Broadmoor…
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Q&A with David Koechner: ‘The Office’ and ‘Anchorman’ star set for Colorado Springs show
A self-centered 1970s sports broadcaster in “Anchorman.” The obnoxious menace of a co-worker in “The Office.” And the chaotic, unpredictable uncle in “Hannah Montana.” Those are just a few of the larger-than-life personalities brought to the screen by actor and comedian David Koechner, who’s made a career out of playing the loudest character in the…
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Temple Shalom class examines the history of Jewish humor
By Steve RabeyReligion Correspondent For a century, American Jews have had an outsized role in American comedy. From Groucho Marx to Jerry Seinfeld, Jackie Mason to Jon Stewart, Joan Rivers to Gilda Radner, and Jerry Lewis to Seth Rogen, Jews have used jest to make fun of both themselves and the world, and to keep…
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Jim Breuer brings ‘Find The Funny’ tour to Colorado Springs
Before comedian Jim Breuer ever sold out theaters, he was screaming about bugs. In 1985, at an open mic night in New York’s Long Island, a freshly graduated high schooler stepped onto the stage at Governor’s Comedy Club in Levittown, imitating why people shriek when they spot a crawling intruder and setting the foundation for…
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Valentine’s specials, comedy and dance take top billing on Colorado Springs stages this weekend
BEN ROY LIVE!: Known for his sharp wit and irreverent humor, comedian Ben Roy writes and stars in TruTV’s original series “Those Who Can’t,” with his first streaming special, “Hyena,” now available on 800 Pound Gorilla Media, 7:30 and 9:45 p.m. Friday, Loonees Comedy Corner, 1305 N. Academy Blvd., $12; looneescc.com. ‘THE CONVERSATION SERIES: STITCHING…