When you think of Black stand-up comedy, venues like the Apollo Amateur Night may come to mind. The greatest Black comedians have showcased comedic styles that range from raunchy to satiric to ...

It’s an objective fact: Black women are hilarious. Through the trials and tribulations of living, they prevail by finding the humor in it all. This has led to a long history of successful Black female ...

It’s an objective fact: Black women are hilarious. Through the trials and tribulations of living, they prevail by finding the humor in it all. This has led to a long history of successful Black female ...

LOS ANGELES (NNPA) – Stand-up comics have long occupied an exalted station in African-American pop culture. In the latter half of the 20th century and beyond, wildly successful comedians – Redd Foxx, ...

Comedian/Host Chris Spencer attends the 2018 BET Awards – Debra Lee Pre-BET Awards Dinner at Vibiana on June 20, 2018, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Leon Bennett/Getty Images for BET) *We ...

As “Saturday Night Live” embarks on its 50th season, the contributions of Black cast members have sparked discussions about representation and impact within the iconic sketch comedy show. The debate ...

VICE TV's 10-episode docuseries, hosted by comedians Spencer, Tiffany Haddish and Ryan Davis, explores how Black comedy has shaped America; Cole guests in the third episode. By Demetrius Patterson In ...

*We have an exclusive clip from VICE TV’s new docuseries “Black Comedy in America,” that explores the impact of Black comedy on American culture over the past century. The series will feature ...

Local comedian Janell Banks is one of the healiners for the festival and has gained popularity within the local and national comedy scenes for her over-the-top personality. Roy Inman Special to The ...