On Keegan-Michael Keyâs Podcast, a Provocative Case for Sketch Comedy
The 10-part series mixes history, memoir, analysis and performance to show how classic scenes can be revived just as classic theater is.
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What if the most impressive post-sketch show career belongs to Key, not Peele?
Sure, itâs a hot take, but hear me out. Jordan Peele followed the Comedy Central hit âKey & Peeleâ by merely becoming one of the greatest film auteurs of his generation, whereas his partner, Keegan-Michael Key, took a more varied route, stealing scenes in âHamletâ at the Public Theater and improvising bits on Broadway, singing in a movie musical, starring in a comedy series, doing prolific voice work in blockbuster movies, hosting a game show and being an absolutely stellar talk-show guest (his conversations with Conan OâBrien are hilarious). Measured by divers
The past 11 presidencies, explained by the TV shows that defined them
Donald Trump is I Think You Should Leave, and other presidential administration/TV mash-ups.
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A long-running, beloved TV show doesn’t just become a favorite work of art. It becomes a literal part of your life, weaving its way into the fabric of that point in your personal timeline.
That’s why some TV shows through no fault of their own become almost inextricably tied to certain presidential administrations. Their on-air tenures eerily parallel said administrations, and they explore themes that are particularly raw during those specific moments in American history, such that they tend feel a little dated as soon as the country has moved past them a bit.
8 Most Anticipated TV Shows Premiering Fall 2019
It s almost time to say our final goodbyes to the year 2020. The year 2020 will go down in history for bringing humanity closer than before as we all suffered heavy losses due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. During the multiple lockdowns, what got us through was several TV shows streaming on OTT platforms.
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There were a lot of shows that were supposed to air in 2020, like The Witcher season 2, a new season of Stranger Things, and others. But with production delays due to the coronavirus pandemic, production houses faced several unprecedented problems while making this annual decision of what to bring back in 2021.
With most events, concerts and festivals canceled or pivoting online
, please consider contributing to your local arts organizations or to individual artists and performers.
L.A. County s new safer at home order went into effect on Nov. 30. Check the status of any drive-through events listed before heading out as the new safety measures only allow occupants in each car from the same household.
Watch a modern retelling of
A Christmas Carol. Catch livestream concerts from Fleet Foxes Robin Pecknold, the Blind Boys of Alabama and Dustbowl Revival. Grab the popcorn and watch Christmas movies at the drive-ins. Attend the 61st annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration virtually this year.
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Loosely based on producer Mark Wahlberg s early rise-to-fame,
Entourage was one of HBO s earliest hits, resulting in eight seasons, nearly 100 episodes, several accolades, and eventually a 2015 movie follow-up. Now that it s been nearly ten years since the series left the paid cable service, what is the
Entourage cast, including Jeremy Piven and Adrian Grenier, doing now? Let s take a cruise down the Sunset Strip and find out!
Jeremy Piven (Ari Gold)
As Ari Gold, a hot-shot Hollywood super-agent with a short fuse, Jeremy Piven won three Emmys and a Golden Globe for his high-energy performance in
Entourage. His other notable television roles were found in