Topic: Comedy
Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
This week in Philly participate in a public art installation, see live theater premieres, hit up concerts and a Wicked drag brunch,and check out the Philadelphia Auto Show
By Lauren McCutcheon and Christina Griffith“Wouldn’t It Be Funny If … ”
Comedian and Tattooed Momedy co-host Tan Hoang prefers to thoughtfully zig where other stand-ups reflexively zag — and that’s working out just fine for her
By Logan CryerLetter From the UK, Power-Mad Pig Edition
Election left you feeling helpless? Depressed? A Philly ex-pat writer has some advice from across the pond
By Iain LevisonGeorge Carlin and Me
A riveting HBO documentary on the philosopher comic prompts some warm memories — and reminds us of what’s missing from today’s public conversation
By Larry Platt“Yes, and…”
Two recent Penn grads are pioneering an improv program for teens in Philly’s public schools. Its impact is no laughing matter.
By Mahala Garcia-BartchComedy as the New Frontier of Journalism
Can satire help change the world? Roy Wood Jr. says yes.
By Christine Speer LejeuneShannon DeVido
The local comedienne volunteers to drive people with disabilities to the polls in her accessible van
By Josh Middleton