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 ...

Jay Jurden's new Hulu comedy special, Yes Ma'am, premiered earlier this month and makes it clear why he's become one of the most exciting queer voices in stand-up comedy today. Notably, Jurden stands ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - She’s known as an emcee and host, a promoter, a content creator, a graphic designer, a snack expert and even a wedding officiant. However, Janell Banks is mostly known for ...

Inflation and the rise of streaming services have created an unexpected challenge: running a comedy club. Black-owned venues are particularly strained. Inflation and the availability of specials on ...

The first ever Black Comedy Festival KC will take place from April 25-28, mainly in Kansas City’s historic 18th & Vine district. Festival organizers say it’s the first festival to highlight black ...

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 ...

Laughter is the best medicine, an escape route from our problems. But what happens when that medicine is laced with poison, the laughter mixed with gasps, and the escape route leads directly to a pit ...

Comedy has always been a tool for Black women—an instrument to tell uncomfortable truths, uplift cultural narratives, and connect generations through laughter. But behind every punchline is a legacy ...