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Author: Vic Shuttee

From “Book of Mormon” to “Oh, Hello”: Why Broadway needs to embrace modern comedy

With their outstanding two-hander Oh, Hello (based on the recurring sketch from Kroll’s self-titled sketch series) comedians Nick Kroll and John Mulaney… MORE

When news silences satire: Why firing Kathy Griffin today weakens Anderson Cooper tomorrow

When the media takes down a comedian, we all lose. When the hubbub of Twitter firestarters and talking heads are starting… MORE

Hasan Minhaj redefines what a stand-up special can be in “Homecoming King”

When Hasan Minhaj was selected to host the 2017 White House Correspondent’s Dinner, the first under (and without) a President… MORE

“Hitler’s Dog, Gossip & Trickery” is Norm MacDonald’s antidote to overly analytical comedy

In the era of non-stop entertainment coverage, dissecting the frog of comedy has never been more popular. There are literally thousands… MORE

“Saturday Night Live’s” Five-Timers’ Club is getting awfully full

Yes, it’s an arbitrary number. Yes, it’s just a recurring gag for a job well done. Yes, it’s beyond silly… MORE

“The President Show” just may be the next “Colbert Report”

The President Show just may be the next Colbert Report – the two certainly share some comedic DNA. And if last… MORE

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