This Week on TV: David Cross is “Making America Great Again!”
Comedy is abound this week on TV. New specials, returning shows, and plenty of guests on daytime as well as late night television, including David Cross’ new special coming to Netflix after his first tour in over six years. With nothing off-limits, David Cross is unapologetic, insightful, and biting in his Netflix original stand-up comedy […]
Sketchy MVPs: David Cross from “Mr. Show”
We all love Amy Schumer, everyone knows how brilliant Key & Peele are, and you’ve watched Will Ferrell’s classic SNL sketches countless of times. But in this weekly column Sketchy MVPs, The Laugh Button shines a light on comedians from our favorites shows and troupes who don’t often get rightful credit for their contributions to sketch comedy. We’re […]
Yes, it’s true, “Arrested Development” is getting a fifth season on Netflix
All our wishes have finally come true: Arrested Development is coming back with a whole new fifth season. Earlier this week, actor Jason Bateman sent the internet into a frenzy when he Tweeted he’d signed on for a new season of the beloved cult hit show: Look very probable I’m going to put some miles […]
21 Comedians in Commercials
When word broke earlier this week that Maria Bamford’s Christmas Champ was not going to be resurrected for Target ads this year, I have to admit… I was a little bummed. Not because I like advertisements, rather I dug Bamford’s completely off the wall weirdness and buffoonery toward the commercials. They were a welcome change […]
Comedy Bang! Bang! is ending it’s live show run after 10 years
A legendary stand-up comedy institution, Comedy Bang! Bang! is ending it’s run after 10 years. Brainchild Scott Aukerman broke the news today over a series of Tweets . The last live show will be on December 4th as a benefit for the LA Food Bank. As of right now, this will have no effect on […]
This Week In Comedy: Cross and Di Paolo drop new specials from both sides of the aisle
If you are a person who follows the politics of comedians, you might notice a tonality to this week that others would not. Two very accomplished comedy veterans are dropping new comedy specials this week. On Monday, Nick Di Paplo’s latest, A Breath of Fresh Air hits Youtube and his website. Di Paolo decided to […]
You should be checking it out: Mike Birbiglia’s “Working It Out” Podcast features a few Gorillas
Everyone and their mother has a podcast but very few if any feature joke building and the comedic process in real time. Mike Birbiglia’s Working It Out podcast features comedians, as well as other creatives, as they start to form their next hour. Some of 800 Pound Gorilla’s very own share their process and personal […]
11 Funny Jokes We’re Thankful For This Year
Today is Thanksgiving! No matter what you’re doing to celebrate the festive, feast-centric & gratitude filled holiday (whether that’s working on food prep in the kitchen or taking a restful food coma in between meals), stand-up comedy is without a doubt the best soundtrack & accompaniment to have playing for widely celebrated holiday. For some […]
8 Funny Comedy Specials About Fatherhood That’ll Make Your Dad Feel Seen
Pictured L-R: Kurt Braunohler, David Cross & Hari Kondabolu. Being a Dad is often referred to as being one of the most challenging or fulfilling moments of someone’s life (sometimes both). Welcoming a child to the world gives you a new sense of urgency & perspective on life that one may not have had before […]
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jimmy Fallon & Aidy Bryant Join “All In: Comedy About Love” On Broadway
Everybody is all in on Simon Rich‘s newest broadway production All In: Comedy About Love! The comedian & former SNL writer’s upcoming broadway production has announced the expansion of the show’s already star-studded & stacked rotating cast. Joining is Tony-Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda, who will be taking over for John Mulaney as lead for the […]