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Room For Zoom?
Most comics believe the easing of COVID restrictions will be the end of Zoom comedy, but some comics say Zoom comedy shows have their place.

by Chuck king May 5, 2021

May 5, 2021

DELRAY BEACH – Nadeem Awad’s first foray into Zoom comedy went so poorly, he vowed never…

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Clutch Performance
Rimi, cast and crew overcome minor challenges during early days of shooting iPossessed - the movie he wrote, stars in, co-produces and co-directs.

by Chuck king April 29, 2021

April 29, 2021

LAKE PLACID – Carl Rimi has yet to kill anyone – but the time will come.…

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Ready For Action
Following a delay of more than one year, local comic Carl Rimi begins shooting his movie iPossessed next week in central Florida.

by Chuck king April 23, 2021

April 23, 2021

DELRAY BEACH – Comic Carl Rimi is actively trying to hire cows – further proof that…

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Crushing Combo
Jen Hellman and Jason Rogers combined their comedic and promotional talents to create shows that are funny with a purpose.

by Chuck king April 1, 2021

April 1, 2021

WEST PALM BEACH – Even before the start of last night’s successful event, Jen Hellman and…

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Hopportunity Knocks
On Saturday Hopportunities joins the growing list of Delray Beach bars to offer stand-up comedy as entertainment.

by Chuck king March 12, 2021

March 12, 2021

DELRAY BEACH – Inspired by the recent successes of comedy shows held at outdoor bars, Ryan…

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Myers Memorial
The Palm Beach Improv invites the South Florida comedy community to attend a live stream broadcast of Saturday's Erik Myers' memorial service.

by Chuck king March 3, 2021

March 3, 2021

WEST PALM BEACH – The South Florida comedy community will have a chance to say goodbye…

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Community Mourns
The untimely death of powerhouse comic Erik Myers has South Florida comics mourning, remembering him fondly.

by Chuck king February 26, 2021

February 26, 2021

The Florida comedy community is mourning the loss of one of its own. Stand-up comic Erik…

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Rave Reviews
Opening night at the Sadman Comedy Speakeasy Lounge described as "legendary," "amazing" and "fantastic" by performers and fans.

by Chuck king February 25, 2021

February 25, 2021

BOCA RATON – David Sadman believed the Sadman Comedy Speakeasy Lounge’s opening night could be something…

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Raising the Bar
Local comic and promoter David Sadman partners with Arturo's Ristorante to launch the Sadman Comedy Speakeasy Lounge, giving Boca Raton an upscale comedy destination.

by Chuck king February 11, 2021

February 11, 2021

BOCA RATON – David Sadman intends to elevate South Florida comedy by taking it upstairs to…

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Scandals of Fun
In an effort to give struggling cruise ship performers a chance to return to the stage, Jeff Taveggia and Marguerite Scott launch the Scandalous Nights Variety Show next week.

by Chuck king January 22, 2021

January 22, 2021

FORT LAUDERDALE – Tired of waiting for cruise ships to return to sea, Jeff Taveggia elected…

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Most comics believe the easing of COVID restrictions will be the end of Zoom comedy, but some comics say Zoom comedy shows have their place.

Rimi, cast and crew overcome minor challenges during early days of shooting iPossessed - the movie he wrote, stars in, co-produces and co-directs.

Following a delay of more than one year, local comic Carl Rimi begins shooting his movie iPossessed next week in central Florida.

Jen Hellman and Jason Rogers combined their comedic and promotional talents to create shows that are funny with a purpose.

On Saturday Hopportunities joins the growing list of Delray Beach bars to offer stand-up comedy as entertainment.

The Palm Beach Improv invites the South Florida comedy community to attend a live stream broadcast of Saturday's Erik Myers' memorial service.

The untimely death of powerhouse comic Erik Myers has South Florida comics mourning, remembering him fondly.

Opening night at the Sadman Comedy Speakeasy Lounge described as "legendary," "amazing" and "fantastic" by performers and fans.

Local comic and promoter David Sadman partners with Arturo's Ristorante to launch the Sadman Comedy Speakeasy Lounge, giving Boca Raton an upscale comedy destination.

In an effort to give struggling cruise ship performers a chance to return to the stage, Jeff Taveggia and Marguerite Scott launch the Scandalous Nights Variety Show next week.