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Tickets for the event cost $36 and include two drink tickets for participants ages 21 and older.

You might recognize him from being on the screen in everything from “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” to “The Good Place,” “The Baby-Sitters Club” and more, but actor Marc Evan Jackson is also helping young aspiring actors right here in Detroit.

Events for weekend of March 31 to April 2.

It features Barry Sanders, Darren McCarty, Rick Mahorn and Kirk Gibson

Tickets for the general public go on sale Thursday, March 9.

The inaugural festival will showcase nationally known and Michigan-based comedic talent from March 1-4 in the downtown area.

Tickets are now on sale for the Pioneer Theatre Guild's "You on the Moors Now."

2023 is getting off to a magical start, thanks to friend of “Live in the D,” Jasen Magic. The popular Metro Detroit Comedian, Magician and Entertainer, leaves his audience mesmerized and wondering how he accomplishes his unique tricks. That’s no exception for “Live in the D’s,” Tati Amare who Jasen says just doesn’t get how he pulls off the tricks he does right in front of her. Tati agrees and says she never knows what to expect when Jasen is on the show, and he gets her every time. During Jasen’s first visit to the show this year, he once again pulled off a trick, and to her surprise, got Tati again.

Santa Claus and Wednesday Addams are loved by many, and this season there is a twist on these classic characters. Movie Reviewer Greg Russell joined Michelle Oliver on “Live in the D” for Reel Talk to discuss a new film and Netflix series.

The comedian Gallagher, best known for smashing watermelons on stage during his act, has passed away at the age of 76.

Lopez' new father-daughter comedy touches on mending family relationships.

It’s not Halloween at “Saturday Night Live” without a little David S. Pumpkins, and don’t forget the S.

You know him best from his weekly appearance on Saturday Night Live. This season he has worked with guest hosts such as Miles Teller, Brendan Gleeson, and Megan Thee Stallion. Mikey Day joined Jason Carr on “Live In The D” to talk about SNL.

Are you looking for a good laugh this weekend? Stand-up comedian, Alex Thomas, joined Jason Carr on “Live In The D” to discuss the upcoming performance, and his ongoing projects.

Are you looking for a good laugh this weekend? The All-Star Comedy Festival is coming to the Fox Theatre on Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. featuring headliners like EarthQuake, Arnez J, Adele Givens, and more.

See Craig Ferguson at the Music Hall Center this Friday

We all know that the pandemic has forever changed our lives, and one place where this may be felt the most is at work, where the line between work and home has become a little blurred.

Here’s a trick question: what’s funny? Who makes you laugh? Can anyone be funny?

From art, to books, and even Italian food: there are festivals for everyone to explore this weekend.

You might recognize him from TV and movies, and now comedian Bill Engvall is bringing his jokes to Detroit. Engvall’s farewell tour will be making a stop at the Fox Theatre on Friday, July 15th.

The second annual celebration will take place between 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on June 18 and on June 19.

Detroit House of Comedy, the new comedy club opening in Downtown Detroit, has officially announced its first slate of shows, which will start June 24.

There’s nothing like summer in Detroit and the unofficial start kicks off this weekend with the epic return of the Movement Festival and the grand reopening of Pine Knob.

Food, fun and festivals are on the lineup this weekend here in Detroit.

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WDIV Insiders can enter to win four tickets to see Mean Girls at the Detroit Fisher Theatre, running from June 7-19!

Spring is bringing in a warm weekend with the return of Flower Day, Motor City Comic Con and a new Van Gogh experience.

It’s all about mom this weekend with special shows and family-friendly events to be at right here in Detroit.

Get an early start at Cinco de Mayo festivities and Mountain Dew takes over in Hell, MI.

Learn about this comedians upcoming shows, and roots in Detroit.

Another comedic legend has left us too soon.

From the return of Detroit Opera to Clawson Restaurant Week, there’s plenty to do for the first weekend of April.

Actor and podcaster Connor Ratliff finally got to sit down with Tom Hanks.

Netflix has renewed “Never Have I Ever” four a fourth, and final, season ahead of the release of season three.

Comedian John Mulaney has added several shows to his ongoing “From Scratch” stand-up comedy tour, including two stops in Detroit.

It may be cold, but Metro Detroit is heating up with events and shows throughout town this weekend.

Love is in the air in Detroit with some romantic date ideas for that special someone this weekend.

Now that the snowstorms have subsided, we can get back to Detroit’s regularly scheduled programming of fun.

You might recognize him from his roles on the hit television shows “Living Single” and “The Hughleys,” and now actor and comedian John Henton is bringing his jokes to Detroit.

A new comedy club is set to open this summer in the theatre space inside Detroit’s Hockeytown Cafe.

Two hit Broadway musicals, Sesame Street and the Pistons. Just a normal weekend in Detroit.

People are talking about this one because as big influencers in entertainment like Disney work to be culturally inclusive, think about its suite of princesses from Tiana to Mulan.

The winter festivities continue along with some family-friendly fun.

Comedian Kenny Howell shares about his performance and his connections to Detroit

Magician Justin Willman shares some mind boggling tricks to promote his upcoming show in Detroit

A long weekend for some means plenty to do in Detroit – here’s a look at what’s happening around town.

Another season of laughs is underway on NBC as “Kenan” returns for season 2. Kenan Thompson returns as a single dad trying to make things work while balancing being a father, a morning show host, and with the support of his brother and father-in-law. Host Jason Carr got a chance to speak with the stars, Kenan Thompson and Kimrie Lewis, about the upcoming season.

One of the stars of "American Auto" shares what to expect in this new sitcom.

The comedian will be a the Motor City Casino Soundboard this Thursday

The holiday spirit is filling the air in Detroit, plus a few shows to look out for!

For decades she has made people laugh with her stand up and her overall comic excellence, but you may recognize her most from her iconic role as “Roz” on the hit TV show Night Court.

A legendary voice in the Detroit comedy world has been lost.

You’d probably never think that a “mockumentary”-style TV show about a group of vampires who are roommates would be enjoyable, but somehow, FX’s “What We Do in the Shadows” is the funniest TV show you’re probably not watching.

Get ready to laugh this Sweetest Day with comedian Jeff Horste, a Detroit native who has appeared on Comedy Central’s “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of the City” and “Kevin Hart Presents: The Next Level.”

Life is full of coincidences and things that can be baffling and magical. One person who knows all about that is magician and comedian Jasen Magic who joined Jason Carr for a special surprise.

Comedian and “Saturday Night Live” legend Norm Macdoanld died from cancer Tuesday morning, according to Deadline.

A selection of 42 images -- chosen from more than 7,000 photos -- have made the final cut for the 2021 Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards.

Joe Dombrowski, known as "Mr. D," has taken his act to wider audiences ever since his April Fools' Day prank on his students went viral. We caught up to him to talk about his new comedic success.

See The Ark's lineup of September events.

Stars of the hit sitcom share their thoughts wrapping up their hilarious show

Comedian Dave Chappelle has added three more shows in Detroit this August after tickets nearly sell out for the first four shows announced.

Comedian Dave Chappelle is returning to Detroit next week with three nights of shows scheduled at the Fillmore.

Hasan Minhaj is scheduled for a show Sept. 25, 2021 at Fox Theatre in Detroit.

Paul Mooney, the legendary comedian, actor and former writer for Richard Pryor, has died at the age of 79, according to reports.

Comedian Cocoa Brown will be making people laugh at her multiple shows in the D.

Host Tati Amare chats with Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple of Apple TV+'s comedy, "Ted Lasso."

“Mr. Cooper” is coming to a stage in downtown Detroit

Eastern Market – We could all use a little laugh right now and with entertainment venues reopening, here’s your opportunity. Bert’s Warehouse Theater has teamed up with “They-So-Funny” Promotions for “Funny Detroit,” comedy shows starring renowned comics. This weekend you can see TK Kirkland, and he joined host Tati Amare on the show to discuss his upcoming show. Their friendship goes back 40 years to when Mike Tyson was about 19 years old. AdIf you would like to see TK Kirkland, or other comedians in “Funny Detroit,” he will be performing March 12-14th at Bert’s Warehouse Theater In Eastern Market.

“Saturday Night Live” took aim at Rudy Giuliani and a witness that went viral during a hearing before the Michigan House earlier this week on the 2020 election. “Rudy Giuliani (Kate McKinnon) tries to make an argument to prove widespread voter fraud in the 2020 presidential election,” the cold open is captioned. Laurie Pohutsky, a Democratic state representative for Michigan’s 19th House District reacted to the SNL skit on Twitter. I’m sorry to be a bummer and I’m glad people enjoyed the skit, but the reality of it is heinous. — Laurie Pohutsky (@lpohutsky19) December 6, 2020More: Giuliani to Michigan Republicans: Pressure Legislature on Biden winWatch the “SNL” cold open below:

Twenty years after Eminem released “Stan,” Saturday Night Live spoofed the song to create “Stu,” -- and Eminem joined in on the fun. Pete Davidson led the musical sketch with blonde hair and all as he writes a letter to Santa, asking for a PS5. Watch the sketch below:

Host, Tati Amare got a chance to talk to Amy Phillips, a Grosse Point native, who can be seen on “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen" doing impersonations of the different ”Housewives" cast members. She did impersonations of many different people but when she started doing impersonations of the “Housewives” she caught Andy Cohen’s attention. She says she enjoys everyone from the “Housewives” franchise but her favorite person to impersonate is Theresa from Real Housewives of New Jersey. She was able to create a radio show based on the “Housewives” called “Reality Checked” which is on Sirius XM-Radio Andy. Watch the video to learn more about Amy Phillips!

Adam, a new film from Mike Young, features actors Aaron Paul and Jeff Daniels, and it all takes place right here in Detroit. Young wrote the screenplay based off of Niskar’s journal entries. Young says he was drawn to the story by the notes of comedy that could be found in Niskar’s writing, even in the midst of tragedy. Young has worked in stand-up comedy for 20 years. Young hopes that the film can help bring the film incentive back to Detroit, which he says is an incredibly versatile filming location.

During these unprecedented times, we could all use a good laugh, and like many other businesses, comedians have had to pivot and find creative ways to keep their careers and the laughter flowing. Joining hosts Jason Carr and Tati Amare over Skype is a friend of the show, Mike Bonner, a local comedian and comedy show promoter. He shared how he has kept the laughter going by moving his comedy show online. The comedian has been using Zoom to host private stand-up performances for different groups in the area. He kept them laughing as they discussed everything from his beard, to his forays into the kitchen, to his storytime for kids program called, What up doe?To hear all the fun things Mike Bonner has going on, watch the full video above.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. Not yet open to the public, Ann Arbors Michigan Theater is still offering movies for rent through its virtual movie palace. Not rated -- $12A romantic drama, the film follows Parisian Aviva as she falls in love with Eden from New York. Not rated -- $9.99The documentary follows the life of two-time James Beard Award winner Diana Kennedy with extensive interviews. Not rated -- $10 (with Michigan Theater discount code)As single mother Kathy cleans out her late sisters house, she realizes how little she knew about her sister. Not rated -- $3 (free for Michigan Theater members)A Michigan Theater original, the documentary was shot in an Ann Arbor nature preserve on April 15 by Michigan Theater Technical Director Jared Van Eck.

A week in Los Angeles at the Netflix is a Joke Fest might be just what the doctor ordered. The streaming service is coming out with a week-long comedy festival that takes place all throughout LA from April 27 to May 3, and the lineup is seriously stacked. Anyone who has browsed through Netflix’s original comedy specials knows the streaming service has attracted the best of the best, so it’s no surprise to see names like Dave Chappelle, Amy Schumer, David Letterman and Ali Wong headline the inaugural fest. If you’re a fan of the hilarious “Schitt’s Creek” (and if you’re not, why haven’t you watched yet? You’ll get to watch the cast sit down for an intimate interview, and hear behind-the-scenes stories from the best Canadian show on TV right now.

How does an elephant keep cool during a heat wave? Zookeepers at the Phoenix Zoo have plenty of tricks up their sleeves. "Elephants are pretty intelligent animals so as long as we provide them with the tools that they need to keep themselves cool they'll do it on their own," said Corey Barr, an elephant keeper. As for the other animals, many enclosures have pools for them to take a dip and cool off. Some animals we just won't have here at the Phoenix Zoo because it's too hot for them and we can't keep them as cool as they should be."