Over the last decade, standup comedy has never been more in demand. But though the art form is now bigger than ever, today's leading stars owe a debt to generations of comics who came before them.

Stand-up comedy has long been a boy's club, but thankfully, that's starting to change. I'm not saying you still can't enjoy classics like Jerry Seinfeld, laugh at observational comedians such as John ...

There’s a quote that is often used to describe comedy: “We must laugh to keep us from crying.” Napoleon Bonaparte first said it, but over time, the words evolved, but the meaning remained the same: ...

Wong's triumph for her fourth Netflix showcase, ‘Single Lady,’ represented only the second time stand-up comedians have been honored at the awards show after Ricky Gervais won the inaugural ...

The New York Comedy Festival has unveiled its lineup for the “New York’s Funniest Stand-Ups” showcase, a new spin on a ...

What is it that has made Nate Bargatze one of the most popular comedians of his time? Some might argue it is the Tennessee native and family man's likable everyman quality, while others might say it ...

For comedians, a killer bit is like a secret weapon. It works in any room, turns hecklers into fans and leaves the crowd begging for more. If your New Year’s resolution is to be funnier or maybe even ...