Mangy Dog Whoopdee-Doo Ep. 48 – “Halloween Boner 2”
Halloween is here, and the Whoopdee-Doo podcast returns for the occasion!
“Brad’s Night Out.” short features Nashville comics
ilovebetty productions recently put together “Brad’s Night Out” – a funny short shot at Zanies featuring quite a few comics familiar to fans of Nashville’s comedy scene including Brad Edwards, Sean Parrott, Lahna Turner, Dan Whitehurst, Perry Redd, Scott D. Hill, Tim Long, Courtney Meyers, Joe Southards, Janet Williams and Joel T Wilson. Let’s all watch together as comedian Brad Edwards “finds love in the most unlikely of places:”
This Week In Nashville: Don “DC” Curry, Dane Cook, TV Dinner Theater, more..
The weekend is fast approaching. Time to make plans to get out to a funny ha-ha show!
Don “D.C.” Curry
Thurs. Oct. 15 – Sat. Oct. 17, 2009 @ Zanies. $18.
“Whether he’s on tour playing huge theatres or doing special engagements at intimate clubs, whether he’s co-starring in major studio pictures or the leading man in an indie gem, whether he’s providing on-air radio talent or working as a voice-over artist, DC Curry is a very versatile, funny man. A prolific stand-up comedian, DC continually headlines top concert venues and major comedy clubs across the country. Not only a performer, DC also produces many of his own projects. His versatility and trademark comedy shtick keeps him constantly working.”
Zanies; 2025 8th Ave. S; Nashville, TN 37204 | 615-269-0221
TV Dinner Theater
7pm Fri. Oct. 16, 2009 @ 12th and Porter. $5.
This event will showcase the best Nashville has to offer with a blend of standup, sketch, and improv comedy mixed with music. Artists appearing include: TV Dinner Theater sketch comedy troupe, Music City Improv, Christy Eidson, Mark Anundson, Ryan Williams, Gary Dull, the Dead Dead, and many more!
(The Facebook event is here.)
12th and Porter | 114 12th Ave N; Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-254-7236
Dane Cook
8pm Sat. Oct. 17, 2009 @ The Sommet Center. $30 – $100.
If you ever wanted to experience Dane Cook in an intimate setting with a few thousand of his fans, this is the show for you! If you’ve got $30-$100, Ticketmaster has you covered.
The Sommet Center | 501 Broadway; Nashville, TN 37203
BT Kingsley
7:30pm Sun. Oct. 18, 2009 @ Zanies. $12.
“With subject matter ranging from the events of the day to pop culture to dating and relationships, no one else has a point of view quite like BT Kingsley. Attacking the mic with veteran confidence and gracing any and all stages with fresh, crowd-pleasing material and his own quick-witted style, BT Kingsley is one of today’s funniest and hard-working, young comedians working his way back and forth across the country. An instant favorite with audiences, club owners and promoters, his clean cut style makes him a comedian you will be tempted to take home to mom, or even grand mom-just make sure she has her oxygen tank handy!”
Zanies; 2025 8th Ave. S; Nashville, TN 37204 | 615-269-0221
Billy Wayne Davis Returns! With Robots! (updated – withOUT robots)
Billy Wayne Davis is the thinking man’s hillbilly. With a combination of subtle, disarming intelligence and an unmistakable comfort on stage, he has the rare ability to win over every kind of comedy audience imaginable. After making a name for himself in here in Nashville, TN, he has gone on to perform in virtually every corner of the United States, from the deep south to the “alternative comedy” hotbed of Seatte, WA, which he now calls home. Billy Wayne’s comedy really has no discernible category. He can be personal, shocking, political and absurd, but his ability to form an instant connection with audiences allows him to get away with anything and everything. For Davis, no subject matter is off limits because there is nothing he can’t make funny with his trademark drawl and easy charm. He has worked with some of the biggest names in comedy, including Colin Quinn, Lisa Lampanelli, Louis CK and Mitch Hedberg and has toured as the feature act for national headliner Ralphie May. He has performed festivals, comedy clubs and theaters as diverse as Seattle’s Bumbershoot, The Ryman in Nashville, Comedy Works in Denver and the LA Improv.
This week, B-dub returns to Nashville for one show only Wednesday, October 14th at Zanies. Tickets are available now for $15. Here’s a video clip of what you can expect to see:
Last week, he headlined Side Splitters in Knoxville. WBIR-TV interviewed Billy Wayne to promote his shows, which gave him the chance to repeatedly ask why they would cancel production of The Heartland Series [truly a tragedy and easily the lamest thing to be attributed to “the economy” ever] and relate the story about having the microphone turned off on him at that same Knoxville venue years ago when it was a Comedy Zone franchise. [See the clip on wbir.com.]
For their “web extra” video, BW talked about Seattle, grilled the reporter about The Heartland Series again and told them what’s crazier than a pregnant Puerto Rican lady. [See the clip on wbir.com.]
This Wednesday, Davis returns to Nashville to headline at the comedy club where he got his start. The middle act for the show will be something called “The Comic-Bots Robot Band.” (NOTE: The previously announced feature act “The Comic-Bots Robot Band” will NOT be appearing after all.) Here is a video clip:
UPDATE: The previously announced feature act “The Comic-Bots Robot Band” will NOT be appearing after all. Instead, prepare to enjoy “America’s Favorite Comedian Of All Time” ™ Chad Riden as he performs mostly robot-free stand-up comedy. Here’s video of Mr. Riden:
Billy Wayne Davis. Robots. Chad Riden. One show only! Wednesday, October 14th at Zanies – get your tickets now before the machines rise and buy them all. (The Facebook event is here.)
If you miss that show, you can catch Billy Wayne Davis and Chad Riden Friday and Saturday at Harvey’s South Street Comedy Club in Jackson, TN. (The Facebook event is here.)
‘School of Laughs’ Comedy Writing Sign-ups
Stand UP Comedy Level ONE: Writing class is scheduled for MONDAYS October 19, 26 & TUESDAY, November 3, 5:30-7:30p.m. at Zanies. (The club was unavailable on Nov 2nd due to a fund rasier). To save your spot you must request a sign-up sheet from me at comedyhomework(at)aol(dot)com. Space is limited, so let me know asap. The 3 session class fee is $200 total. You can pay by check, credit card or money order. Once you’ve paid for the writing class once you have a “Lifetime” membership which allows you to attend any and all of the future writing classes at no extra cost.
How do you know if the writing class is the starting place for you? Ask yourself the following questions. Be honest with yourself!
How solid is your material now?
Do you know the reason each joke gets a laugh?
Are you tuned into which techniques you use that suit you the best?
Are you able to mix it up for different types of crowds?
Can you turn a story into a comedy bit?
Do your jokes get consistent laughs?
Are you able to get a laugh every 15 seconds or so?
If you don’t know some of the answers, then you’d benefit enormously from the writing class!
Sign ups are now available. Request at form at comedyhomework(at)aol(dot)com.
Stand UP Comedy Level Two: Performance class is tentatively scheduled for November 9, 16 & 23 5:30-8:30 at Zanies. Class fee is $200 total for the 3 sessions.
Sign ups start November 2nd.
About the class:
I limit the size of the class so we can give everyone ample time for feedback and have enough for an “audience” for the students onstage.
Students who have taken the writing class have priority when signing up, followed by new students who have had SOME performing and writing experience outside of the School of Laughs.
In each class you will go on stage for 3 minutes. After your set you will get feedback from myself and then the other students. Feedback will include ideas and angles to clarify your premise, punch line and tag lines suggestions, as well as constructive criticism on your stage presence, delivery and ability to relate.
Each week there will be some “homework” geared toward preparing a more solid set for the next time.
The class is 100% constructive but you will need to have a little thick skin to take advantage of everything involved.
Students who successfully navigate the writing and performing class are invited to a GRADUATION show at Zanies where they will perform a 3 minute set. The set will be video taped and given to you on a DVD along with an evaluation of that set. The graduation set must be CLEAN.
Additional class description on www.schooloflaughs.com.
The Business of Comedy
The annual Bu$ine$$ of Comedy seminar was held on Monday, September 14th. Thanks to the 27 fun loving and seriously interested folks who attended. I appreciate your devotion to taking comedy to the next level.
Did you miss it? You can still pick up all the tips!
You can receive the 30 page workbook along with the seminar on mp3 or audio CD – that’s no joke! Just request a copy today by e-mail at comedyhomework(at)aol(dot)com. The cost is $75 and I’ll waive the shipping cost on the workbook if you order before October 14th.
Why a Business Class???
Because you will earn more about the comedy business in this 3 hour session than some comics learn in their entire career. You can take this class without any previous experience. It is a real eye opener into the world of comedy as a living.
Among other topics we addressed:
What goes in my promo kit?
When should I approach the clubs?
How do I get in with bookers?
How do I promote myself?
Do I need a web site?
What is deductible?
HOW MUCH DO COMEDIANS MAKE?
What market am I best suited for?
What is a realistic time line for my career?
What merchandise sells? Where do I get the merchandise?
What should I do for free and where do I draw the line?
and MUCH MUCH MORE!!!
E-mail me at comedyhomework(at)aol(dot)com to request your workbook and mp3 today!
GRADUATION SHOW
Thanks to all the students who graduated onstage at Zanies on Wednesday September 23rd. All 7 had their best set yet!