My Top Comedy Stand-Up Shows and Live Performances for 2018 (so far and in list order)
What made me laugh, cry and sit-up & listen in 2018...
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- DirectorThom ZimnyStarsBruce SpringsteenPatti ScialfaThe intimate, final performance of Bruce Springsteen's 236-show run at Jujamcyn's Walter Kerr Theatre on Broadway.Not only a great singer, but a master storyteller that captivates and takes you on a journey...
- DirectorJohn L. SpencerStarsRicky GervaisLive performance of British comedian Ricky Gervais filmed in London's Eventim Apollo.Preaching comedy and its remedies to us sorry sods was the perfect mind-f*ck medicine I ever had...
- DirectorJon OlbMadeleine ParryStarsHannah GadsbyAustralian comic Hannah Gadsby reshapes standard stand-up by pairing punchlines with personal revelations on gender, sexuality and childhood turmoil.A soon to be ex-comedian who has a lot of worthwhile things to say...
- DirectorAlex TimbersStarsJohn MulaneyJon BrionCarole ShelleyJohn Mulaney relays his childhood and Saturday Night Live (1975), eviscerates the value of college, and laments getting older in this comedy special. Other topics include the church, his family, President Trump and pedophiles abducting kids.Unique style that is brash and at rapid fire...
- DirectorGil CunhaBrian Volk-WeissStarsKevin SmithKevin Smith is anything but quiet in this new comedy special that was recorded an hour before his heart attack in February. Before he nearly died backstage, onstage he discusses his marriage, his kid and his work (or lack thereof).Can this guy talk and tells silly stories that has your fullest attention, even when he even had a heart attack after the show...
- DirectorChristopher GuestStarsLoudon Wainwright IIIGrammy-winning singer Loudon Wainwright III reflects upon his unique relationship with his father in an evening of original songs and heartfelt stories.Loudon's well crafted storytelling of life with his father via music and magazine articles that his father wrote...
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsDemetri MartinWith his signature one-liners and drawings, Demetri Martin muses on doughnut holes, dogs, sports bars, the alphabet's most aggressive letters and more.Creative approach in combining live stand-up with TV as Deme delivers his fresh brand of comedy...
- DirectorBrian Volk-WeissStarsHenry RollinsThe singer performs a one-man spoken word show.Yep, he keeps talking and still has my interest...
- DirectorBen DeJesusStarsJohn LeguizamoRubén BladesAndres Nicolas ChavesLatin History for Morons: John Leguizamo's Road to Broadway captures John's quest to cram 3,000 years of history into 90 minutes of stage time and bring a whole new set of historical characters back to life as one man. Infused throughout the documentary is John's special brand of humor and openness. The road to his ultimate goal - his next Broadway hit - unfolds in a fun, intriguing, and poignant adventure that not only offers an intimate look into the journey of a passionate artist, but also shines a light on the rarely-told stories of Latino heroes who made their mark on America. Featuring exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the one-man show taking shape, the film follows John's riveting process - from his early inspirations and research, to his first-ever comedy club tour, through workshops of the show - before culminating in performances at the historic Public Theater as he aims for a Broadway run. Along the way, John navigates the challenges of writing (and re-writing) history lessons meant to enlighten and entertain.Leguizamo finds the best way to teach the ignorant is through his own passion and anger...
- DirectorBo BurnhamStarsChris RockSpike LeeChris Rock takes the stage in Brooklyn for a comedy special filled with searing observations on fatherhood, infidelity and American politics.C.R. comes out swinging on all things sociopolitical and then preaches with his damn fine wit...
- DirectorSteven BrillNicholaus GoossenStarsAdam SandlerRob SchneiderDan BullaAdam Sandler takes his comical musical musings back out on the road, from comedy clubs to concert halls to one very unsuspecting subway station.Even funnier on stage with his boyish musical tunes and gags which surprised me...
- 20181h 14mTV-147.1 (3.2K)TV SpecialDirectorMarcus RaboyStarsSteve MartinMartin ShortThe Steep Canyon RangersComedians and writers Steve Martin and Martin Short perform a live comedy set with music by The Steep Canyon Rangers and jazz pianist, Jeff Babko, at the Peace Center in Greenville, South Carolina.They've still got it...
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsAli WongComedian Ali Wong performs her live stand-up set at Toronto's Winter Garden Theatre.No holding back when Ali comes firing out with all that is new in her simple life of wit...
- StarsNatasha LeggeroMoshe KasherHusband-and-wife comics Moshe Kasher and Natasha Leggero share their terror and reluctance on becoming new parents; she wonders why men are needed at this point; he recalls a story from his childhood; filmed at The North Door in Austin, Texas.Absolutely revolting and disgusting of the funniest high order, plus everything they say about babies and marriage is damn true...
- DirectorTroy MillerStarsGina YashereFierce London-born comic Gina Yashere riffs on America TV shows, her first trip to Alabama and her overprotective mother's scrapbook of horrors.Comes out firing and doesn't let down in this joyous loudful routine...
- DirectorTroy MillerStarsKyle KinaneComic Kyle Kinane turns a beady eye on the KKK, society's collapse and why everything doesn't happen for a reason.Clever social political comedian that doesn't shove it down your throat, but entertains in order to engage...
- DirectorScott ZabielskiStarsJim JefferiesThe gleefully irreverent Jefferies skewers "grabby" celebrities, political hypocrisy and his own ill-advised career moves in a brash stand-up special.He certainly does have some funny stories to tell in his brash Aussie style of ocker humour...
- DirectorDavid Paul MeyerStarsTrevor NoahNoah's South African roots and upbringing merge into his recent American experience making for funny and human juxtapositions and observations.Entertaining storyteller...
- DirectorJaime Eliezer KarasStarsTom SeguraComedian Tom Segura rants about funny things about pop culture and the way of living in 2018.Funny storyteller...
- DirectorTig NotaroStarsIndigo GirlsTig NotaroAmy RayComedian Tig Notaro performs a stand-up set at the historic Heights Theater in Houston.Takes time to get into the groove and when it does, you finally get it...
- DirectorSpike LeeDanya TaymorStarsJon Michael HillJulian ParkerRyan HallahanTwo young men pass the time dreaming of the promised land.A theatrical piece with brilliant performances and snappy dialogue...
- DirectorSteve PaleyStarsHunter HillIliza ShlesingerNewly engaged comic Iliza Shlesinger dives into undeniable truths about life at age 35, the insanity of the road traveled and what's to come.Maybe harps on too long on the one subject but still hilariously insightful...
- DirectorTroy MillerStarsBrent MorinBret Morin laments his reliance on Uber, describes mysterious quests with friends and strangers, reveals why he'll do anything if you ask twice.Really takes you on his journey of nothingness with plenty to laugh about...
- DirectorRyan PolitoStarsBenji AllonbeIke BarinholtzSacha Baron CohenSeth Rogen hosts an evening of comedy to raise awareness for Alzheimer's disease.Crazy and juvenile for all the good funny reasons, with the disgusting animation an absolute silly hoot...
- DirectorTroy MillerStarsAparna NancherlaAparna touches on airports and napping, then creatively calls out trolls and highlights the pitfalls of modern communication.Intelligent giggles to be had here...
- DirectorTroy MillerStarsJoe ListFrom middle-school taunts to stolen teeth to humbling moments at the gym: Joe List shows off his knack for turning humiliation into inspired comedy.Nerdy Joe keeps it together and delivers the goods in an awkward way...
- DirectorTroy MillerStarsRachel FeinsteinFrom her dad's Facebook rants to her mom's attempts to bond with strangers, Rachel Feinstein shares her oh-so-relatable moments of parental mortification.No real edge but still funny as, and love to meet her family...