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He's been gone for four years now, but fans will never forget the comic genius of Richard Pryor, considered by many to have been the very best who ever lived.

From Vaugh Meader to SNL's Tina Fey, comic impersonators over the years have injected humor into the political scene, never more so than during this election campaign.

Some say that those who swear have a poor vocabularly and that swearing is unnecessary. But there are arguably times, especially in comedy, when no other word will do.

The Comedian is the only character in the Watchmen universe who is almost totally unlikeable. He is unrepentingly evil and for the most part he gets away with it.

The Colbert Report's satirical pseudo-conservative host Stephen Colbert has inspired experts, fans-- and himself-- to name objects animate or inanimate after him.

A guide for budding comics who are thinking of getting on stage for the first time or want to develop their career in stand-up comedy.

Just what would the late, great, Bill Hicks have made of yesterday's Presidential election and the rise to office of Democrat Barack Obama?

Amused patrons get a second helping of John Pinette's hilarious hunger-based humor with his latest tour "I Still Say 'Nay Nay'".

Stand-up comedian Daniel Kitson's live comedy shows always sell out quickly, but a few years ago he began a parallel life as a theatre playwright and performer.

Canadians are often unaware of their home grown comedic talent. Theatrical genius TJ Dawe, from Vancouver BC, has created a host of comedic plays over the past 10 years.

Performing stand-up comedy on a cruise ship is not the place to start your career, but it may be a great way to make extra money and broaden your experience.

Connie Jordan lost her son, Andrew, to Leukemia in 2007. Now Connie and her husband Martin seek to use that experience to educate and provide healing to others.

A comedian, instantly recognisable by his very long black hair and gothic chic, O'Neill is an upcoming funnyman worth keeping an eye on.

"My Custom Van," the collection of humorous essays from comedian Michael Ian Black, presents some of the comic's funniest work, but some of the material wears thin.

Racist and sexist humor was supposed to have been finished off by new sensitivity, critiques of it, and the new concern with not offending others. Didn't happen.

Director Rhian Skirving on The Challenges of Filming her Friend Tim Minchin and Life After Rock N Roll Nerd

Australian director Rhian Skirving filmed her friend, and comedian, Tim Minchin, whose rise from obscurity to celebrity is the subject of her newly released documentary.

Russell Brand casts his eye over the great British obsession with pets. Those hoping for heartwarming tales of fluffy kittens and puppies should look away now.

Several weeks ago, The National Review published its list of "The Top 25 Conservative Movies." Where would Watchmen fit in that list?

As Jamie Foxx continues to fuel his "Blame It" tour from New Orleans to Los Angeles, the musician/actor said it all began with comedy.

Taking to a comedy club stage for the first time is a petrifing experience. So, here are a few tips to help any budding stand up comedian.

After two years of rumours, The Walt Disney Company finally announces when they will release The Muppet Show Season 2 on DVD. Also, the complete guest star list.

In this hilarious hybrid of autobiography, play and standup, Rivers enthralls her audience and annihilates her enemies.

Sean is a comedian, rap singer, dancer, storyteller, actor and hip-hop didge player. He uses these gifts to take a lively look at his Aboriginal and Australian identity.

When it comes to comedy, one size (and style) definitely does not fit all.

In which we discuss the infamous outburst of Seinfeld's Michael Richards and what we can do to further a dialogue that leads to healing.

As we move from making jokes or wise cracks to telling funny stories or longer, involved jokes, we must consider performance.

In Part Two of our interview, the vigorous 94-year-old actor-producer-director recalls Orson Welles and tells a remarkable story about Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton.

The Secret Policeman's Balls, released in 2009 as a three-disc DVD, contains a series of benefit shows to help Amnesty International stop human rights violations.

From Hollywood blockbusters to sketch comedy shows, Canadians are everywhere in the world of comedy. What is it about our country that produces such funny people?

Unlike other silent film comedians, Buster Keaton's work holds up today due to his creative use of film as well as his detailed pantomime and understated expressions.

Richard Lett, director of operations of the Altitude Festival, talks to Lauren Rose-Smith about skiing, comedy and the good life,

Shown on 12th April 1982 The Two Ronnies By The Sea is a sequence of silent sketches, featuring two of the most talented comedians of all time.

It is a truth universally acknowledged (as Jane Austen so eloquently put it) that comedy is still very much a man's world. The question is: Why?

After 27 years of being the king of stand-up comedy and late night TV, Leno is being allowed to stay with NBC.

With the "Watchmen" movie out in less than a month, store owners are finding it difficult to keep copies of the popular graphic novel on the shelves. Why all the hype?

This feature-length, computer-generated science fiction action-adventure expands on the multiple award-winning 2003 short film Terra.

This new animated film takes on the serious subjects of the environment, acts of aggression, and coping with loss.

Bob Hope gets the ultimate tribute as the subject of a U.S. postage stamp.

Steve Martin achieved nationwide acclaim as a stand-up comedian. Born Standing Up describes the life, and why he quit forever.

Steve Martin artfully relates the triumphs and disasters of his time in stand-up from his beginnings at Disney Land's Magic Shop to his "wild and crazy" success in the la

Director Zack Snyder gives a valiant effort to the screen adaptation of the legendary graphic novel, but ultimately, this big-screen venture falls flat.

Picture book author Chris Gall traces the experiences in libraries, advertising agencies, and comedy clubs that led him to become a picture book artist and author.

With the new trailer appearing before The Dark Knight, everyone wants to know about Watchmen. This article introduces some of the key concepts of the Graphic Novel.

The newly-released Hedberg CD, while far from his best work, reminds fans of his inimitable style and introduces others to a voice that was extinguished far too soon.

UK comedian Russell Brand's shocking stint as host of the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards in Hollywood generated a surprising polarisation in comment between US and UK media

Comedy Central's newest show puts Jeff Dunham and his cast of dummies in the real world and records what happens.

Comedy takes many faces.These actors stand out for their perfection in classic comedic roles that have helped define them as comic geniuses

Finally, after much gestation, the once 'un-filmable' Watchmen adaptation has finally hit cinemas. But has it been worth the twenty-year wait?

Featuring forty comics, ranging from the now famous (Tim Allen) to the obscure (Basile Katsikis?), Laff Zone is remindful of old "Night at the Improv" episodes. 4/10