These comics have to navigate culture clashes and social stereotypes. The key, they say, is to make fun of your own nationality first. By Nina Siegal Reporting from Berlin and Amsterdam It was Friday ...

Scheduling a stand-up comedy performance into your itinerary when traveling is a great way to understand the culture, politics and local color of the place you’re visiting a little bit better. Of ...

The owners of a new spot say hiring comics based on referrals from other stand-ups is no guarantee the acts will be funny. Others say it’s all more nuanced. By Jason Zinoman After three years doing ...

After two years of making people laugh, Venturino’s Comedy Club is celebrating its big anniversary with a big step forward: ...