May 27, 2008
The sixth edition of NBC's Last Comic Standing officially went off the ground Thursday, with Bill Bellamy back in command as host for a second straight season. One thing that was different was the addition of the segment called “Last Comic Driving.”
Thanks to this nifty little new inclusion, viewers and comics alike stand a chance of driving home a brand-new car courtesy of Honda, which is providing one of the major prizes this season.
May 22, 2008
Stand-up comedy is unfathomably difficult. I know this because about 99% of all stand-up comedians are terrible. I laugh easily, and it's hard to find a theatrical comedy that I won't squeeze at least a few chuckles out of, but watching stand-up comedy, for me, is often painful. Last Comic Standing kicked off its sixth season tonight with auditions from New York City and Tempe, Arizona. I'm coming into this season of Last Comic Standing with an open mind. When stand-up comedy is good, it tends to be really good. Here's to hoping that NBC found some diamonds in the rough this year.
May 20, 2008
Last Comic Standing is back for a sixth run. The search for the next funny-man/woman begins anew Thursday at 9:30pm on Global and NBC. Bill Bellamy (formerly of MTV Jams and Fastlane, as well as the voice of Nickelodeon's Cousin Skeeter) is back on his second season as host of the show. Joining him is British Fearne Cotton as special correspondent. Cotton was one of the final hosts of the legendary, 42-year old Top of the Pops before it finally popped off the air two years ago.
Bellamy spoke to the Winnipeg Sun about his duties on Last Comic Standing and the differences and similarities of having contestants from all over the world.
April 7, 2008
Last Comic Standing isn't a series I watch very often. The world of stand-up comedy is a difficult nut to crack, and there are very few stand-up comics who I can honestly say I enjoy. The reason for this is that stand-up comedy is incredibly hard. After watching Jerry Seinfeld's stand-up documentary Comedian I got a real sense of just what these guys do and how technical the job is. I'm fascinated by the process, even if I'm not often pleased by the end result. Which is why I love the first few audition episodes of Last Comic Standing every year. I love seeing the different approaches of the wannabe comics and the personas they've created, off-set by their off-stage demeanors. NBC announced today that these nationwide (plus Toronto) audition episodes for the upcoming sixth season of Last Comic Standing are getting the star treatment: a number of current and former NBC personalities will act as guest judges during the auditions.
September 23, 2007
This past Wednesday, Last Comic Standing crowned Jon Reep the winner. He received $250,000 as well as an exclusive talent contract with NBC and his own half-hour comedy special on Bravo. The two-hour finale was jam packed with special appearances, a roast of the final two comics, and performances. The top five comics, who were at the finale, had no time to relax as they immediately headed out on their tour.
Ralph Harris, Amy Schumer, Gerry Dee, Lavell Crawford, and Jon Reep have a busy fall and winter ahead of them. The tour kicked off this weekend in Connecticut and runs all the way through December, wrapping up in Ohio. The average price for tickets is $45 and I'm happy to say it was worth the price. I was invited to attend opening night and here's what happened.
September 19, 2007
On tonight's finale of Last Comic Standing, it all came down to the final two: Lavell Crawford and Jon Reep. During the two hour episode, the finalists were roasted by fellow comics, including Jeffrey Ross, top 10 finalist Doug Benson, and one of this season's talent scouts, Alonzo Bodden. Dane Cook also made a special appearance on the show to wish the contestants good luck. How convenient since the name of his new movie is called Good Luck Chuck! After a parade of special guests and montages, the winner was announced. Minutes after the results, the winner of NBC's Last Comic Standing stepped off stage and called BuddyTV first to talk about his big win.
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Below, you will find the complete transcript and mp3 of the interview.
September 19, 2007
For Canadian comic Gerry Dee, the road to the final few on NBC's Last Comic Standing was not an easy one. He tried out last season only to get cut in the semi-finals. He returned a year later, more prepared and funnier, and made it to the final three comics. Tonight, either Jon Reep or Lavell Crawford will win the title of Last Comic Standing. As for Gerry Dee, he's happy for the exposure and looks forward to the upcoming tour which kicks off this Friday. Gerry spoke to BuddyTV today about tonight's finale and who he thinks is going to win it all.
Below, you will find the complete transcript and mp3 of the interview.
September 12, 2007
Funny girl Amy Schumer may not have the most experience, but she advanced a lot further than most seasoned comedians could ever dream of on NBC's Last Comic Standing. She had the judges in the palm of her hand from the minute she brought up her CATS the musical sweatshirt and quickly advanced through the show. Schumer shined in the challenges and never found herself to be a target, forming solid friendships with her fellow comics. She made it far, placing fourth, and many doors are opening for the young comedian these days. Amy takes some time to talk to BuddyTV about her time on Last Comic Standing and her upcoming national tour.
Below, you will find the complete transcript and mp3 of the interview.