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The menu is set for Belly Laughs, a new comedy and food festival in Los Angeles that celebrates Asian American culture.

Set to take place at L.A. Live on July 12-13, Belly Laughs will feature stand-up sets and appearances from 30 comedians and a sampling of more than 20 Asian restaurants from across the city with standout names across both lists. For example, the former includes Hasan Minhaj, Kumail Nanjiani, Margaret Cho, Joel Kim Booster, Nimesh Patel, Sherry Cola, Jonnie Park (Dumbfoundead), Jason Cheny, Irene Tu, Dylan Adler, Sabrina Wu, Jenny Yang, Aaron Chen and others. The restaurant list, curated by Mama’s Nightmarket, features chef Tuệ Nguyễn and Điđi, Bobapop, Feng Mao, Guzzu Bento-Ya, Holy Basil, and more.

Belly Laughs will be spread across three stages at L.A. Live with support from sponsors like 99 Ranch Market, Martell Cognac, Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey and Asian Comedy Fest. Tickets for the...

On Tuesday February 4 2025, CBS broadcasts After Midnight!

James Davis; Laura Peek; Irene Tu Season 2 Episode 60 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “After Midnight,” titled “James Davis; Laura Peek; Irene Tu,” promises a night filled with laughter and entertainment. This episode features three talented comics who are sure to bring their unique styles to the stage.

James Davis, known for his sharp wit and engaging storytelling, will kick off the show. His ability to connect with the audience through relatable humor has made him a favorite in the comedy scene. Fans can expect him to share amusing anecdotes and observations that resonate with everyday life.

Following James, Laura Peek will take the spotlight. Laura’s comedic talent shines through her clever punchlines and energetic delivery. She often draws from her personal experiences, making her performances both funny and heartfelt. Her presence is sure to add a lively vibe to the episode.

John Mulaney, Billy Eichner, Bill Burr and other comedians have been added to the growing roster of performers headlining events at the inaugural “Netflix is a Joke: The Festival,” the streamer announced on Tuesday.

The festival will host over 250 live shows in over 30 Los Angeles venues over the course of 11 days, featuring A-list names in stand-up and comedy. Previously announced performers and events include David Letterman, Gabriel Iglesias, Dave Chappelle, Amy Schumer, Tim Robinson and Aziz Ansari.

Highlights from the newly announced shows include stand up sets from Mulaney, Sebastian Maniscalco, Franco Escamilla, Neal Brennan and Jacqueline Novak. In addition, Eichner will host a celebration of LGBTQ+ comedians with special guest such as Wanda Sykes and Margaret Cho, while Snoop Dogg will host an event for Black comics such as Katt Williams and Mike Epps. Burr will host an event featuring surprise guest comedians at the Hollywood Palladium, and there...

In Thursday’s roundup, “Riverdale” is set to tackle “Heathers: The Musical,” and Freeform has announced its second annual summit.

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The musical episode of the CW’s “Riverdale,” featuring nine songs, will air Wednesday, March 20 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt. On the show, Riverdale High School takes on “Heathers: The Musical,” with queen bees Cheryl Blossom (Madelaine Petsch), Veronica Lodge (Camila Mendes), and Betty Cooper (Lili Reinhart) channeling the three Heathers in the production.

Variety has exclusively learned that Zach Anner, a writer and actor from ABC’s “Speechless,” is launching the “Speechless Podcast” on Jan. 22. The 30-minute podcast, hosted by Anner, will be a free-wheeling, behind-the-scenes look at the comedy series. It will feature interviews with the cast, producers, writers, and special guests in a no-holds-barred roundtable. The first guest will be John Ross Bowie, a comedian and actor known for his roles on “Speechless” and “The Big Bang Theory.