The New York Times – Music:
The central characters in the mockumentary “This Is Spinal Tap” were comic actors, but Mr. Parnell was an actual professional musician.
Category: Comedy and Humor
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Fun Things to Do in N.Y.C. This May 2022
The New York Times – Music:
Want to see a comedy show, or drop in on a film series? Do you need kid-friendly event? Our critics offer their favorite picks.
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5 Things to Do This Weekend
The New York Times – Music:
Our critics and writers have selected noteworthy cultural events to experience virtually and in person in New York City.
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Review: Billy Crystal Carries the Tune in ‘Mr. Saturday Night’
The New York Times – Film:
In a mishmash new musical based on his 1992 movie, he charms the audience as a has-been comic reconnecting with family.
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‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’ Has the Most Exciting Comics (and the Silliest)
The New York Times – Film:
Robin Thede and her castmates bring a light, joyful touch and a comedy-nerd sensibility to this HBO series that often, delightfully, descends into the absurd.
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Sarah Silverman’s on Her Family Show About Divorce and Depression
The New York Times – Music:
“Everything’s couched with hard jokes, but it’s also vulnerable,” the comic said of “The Bedwetter,” her new musical comedy.
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Library of Congress Acquires Neil Simon Papers
The New York Times – Film:
The collection of approximately 7,700 items, donated by Simon’s widow, includes dozens of unfinished shows, including a screenplay written for Bette Midler and Whoopi Goldberg.
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In ‘The Duke,’ Jim Broadbent Puts an Eccentric at the Center
The New York Times – Film:
The British actor has spent six decades seeking out carefully observed, often quirky characters. In his latest film, he’s also the lead.