Comedy is a cousin of tragedy. When comedy enacts a scene, it is like a traitor in the family. It makes us laugh, but it is often about something sad. I think this way about two characters in our ...

The Red & Black is a 501c3 nonprofit. Please consider a one-time gift or become a monthly supporter. Cancel anytime. 18 touring comedians from around the nation, along with around 20 local comedians, ...

The funniest people don't take no for an answer -- at least, they don't without a fight for their audience's yuks. Their policy has never been "invite 'em to laugh." It's "make 'em." This ...