The LA Comedy Awards

JAY DAVIS is Master of Ceremonies at the main event.

2012-02-08T15:41:00.000-08:00

Jay Davis is a household name in Hollywood. Emerging as a television show creator. Look out for Jay. He's a force of nature in show business.

We are happy to announce he'll be our MC this year at the LAUGH FACTORY. The annual LA Comedy Awards event March 6th 2012.

TMZ stalked and got him on tape this year. Who knows he could be the next Billy Crystal host of the Academy Awards one day.

Keep up with Jay here JayDavisComedy - Twitter

www.twitter.com/jaydaviscomedy

LA Comedy Awards Gets Senior Executive Producer Tony Boldi

2012-01-17T22:35:00.000-08:00

IMMEDIATE RELEASE 1/17/12

Announcing Tony Boldi, Senior Executive Producer. Tony's hard won skill set as a producer is legendary. Tony can fill a room in a days notice with entertainers, movers and shakers of all backgrounds.

Tony is acting as LACA's liaison to the top echelon of Hollywoods taste makers and legacy brands as an already trusted confidant.

Tony has generated exciting opportunities between community players, television networks and film studios. He recently sold a feature film to Warner Brothers.

Tony is called the Peoples Mayor of Hollywood by his peers. His sunny personality and independent spirit is inviting to investors and encourages business development.

We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with Tony.

Max Worthington, Executive Producer
Los Angeles Comedy Awards

Tony Boldi

Bella Thorne Disney Television Star of Shake it up and Max

2011-10-18T15:42:00.001-07:00

Quality time with Lily!

2011-10-17T12:04:00.000-07:00

LA Comedy Awards was invited to cover a special event on the lot with Lily Tomlin, Academy Awards writer Bruce Vilanch and Producer Kat Kramer. Lily's sense of humor shines here after our host Tamara Henry gets off a one liner/zinger. "What's a normal day like for you without the booze."?

LACA Host Tamara Henry and Jay Leno

2011-09-22T21:05:00.000-07:00

Tamara Henry is a well known local Hollywood celebrity who is invited to all the red carpet events and benefits. Recently Henry was with Jay Leno and informally invited him to attend our show. We hope to get him.

Elvis Winterbottom Nominated Most Hilarious Actor in a Comedy

2011-09-15T13:15:00.000-07:00

Vote for your favorite comedian.

2011-09-04T08:55:00.000-07:00

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Mel Gibson Star Plaque for Most Hilarious Television Sketch

2011-09-01T12:27:00.000-07:00

Mel Gibson didn't attend the Awards Ceremony but that didn't stop us from making his plaque. The Television Sketch Wiggly Piggly garnered his accolade.

Perry Kurtz, Max Worthington and Tamara Henry

Executive Producers Max Worthington and David Ruben.

Dr Grordbots web series Nominated in Voice Over Category

2011-08-29T10:32:00.000-07:00

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Dr Grordbots.com Audio Landscape Artist David Ruben and Greg Broadmore get two Nominations in the Voice Over Category. They are working with WETANZ . CEO Richard Taylor is called the New Walt Disney of this six time Academy Award Winning Company.

LA Comedy Awards presents its Producers Choice Nomination Series

2011-08-03T18:44:00.001-07:00

The show hosts and presents comedy’s hardest working funny people

LOS ANGELES – Building up to its Grand Finale in February 19th 2012 at the Comedy Store. The L.A. Comedy Awards (LACA) will host the Producers’ Choice Nominations at M Bar in Hollywood, CA, on August 23, 2011 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

“The L.A. Comedy Awards is about paying it forward. In addition to our sponsored Celebrity Achievement series, we like to support hard working comedians so they can position themselves for a broader audience including television, film, and radio.

Several recipients have utilized these awards to gain successful footing in their careers. After LACA nominated Angela Manfredi, producer Neil Hassman chose her for their Tickled Pink Comedy Tour. Additionally, when comedian Perry Kurtz won his award it added credibility to his career, which then opened up new venues for him.

David Ruben, an Independent Mix Master, who works with Greg Broadmore at WETA (King Kong and District 9), received the Most Hilarious Radio Ad along with Broadmore. Ruben said, “Winning the LACA award was a highlight that cemented my working relationship with WETA.”

Worthington founded LACA and the N.Y. Comedy Awards in 2008 after working alongside Al Bowman, the founder of the L.A. Music Awards. Through the awards show, Worthington strives to recognize independent comedians on their talent, popularity, determination, participation and the recipient’s potential for commercial success.

The same artist who makes the Walk of Fame stars cuts the Awards that LACA gives to its recipients. LACA created an original Gold, Silver, and Bronze Star set.

Max Worthington is currently available for interviews. Please contact LAComedyAwards@gmail.com or 310-318-2110.

For information on LA Comedy Awards, please visit http://www.LAComedyAwards.com.

Frazier Smith Nomination for Mega Star Award, our Highest accolade!

2011-07-31T13:33:00.000-07:00

Frazer Smith is set to rock the LA Comedy Awards stage Aug 23rd in Hollywood. Smith is a former major radio station Rock and Roll disc jockey with a huge LA and Hollywood fan base.

Smith has been wowing comedy audiences and winning new fans everywhere plays. He's been opening for Tim Allen and talking to Robert Downey Jr. (See Video) LACA's is proud to have him as Mega Star Nominee.

Al Del Bene gets two Nominations.

2011-07-27T09:06:00.000-07:00

Al Del Bene will get his LA Comedy Awards nomination for Mega Star and National Breakthrough Comedian Aug 23rd in Hollywood. Al has been working hard opening for Dane Cook in live nation arenas, the best venues a performer can hope to play in.

Paul Venier Nominated for Most Hilarious Variety Act comedian

2011-07-18T11:51:00.000-07:00

With two decades of experience and a lifetime of performing Paul Venier is an act that you'll never forget. He is currently working on getting more into acting and recently finished a CD of his own serious music. The CD, which is titled 'Better Late Than Never' is now available on the Merchandise Page.(see store merchandise page to listen and/or purchase this CD of 12 original songs of all styles).

Checkout his website for more and more items and thanks for showing interest in Paul. He really does appreciate his fans and friends very much and puts his whole heart and soul into it. It is, after all, what he lives for!!

Comedy Tornado.com - http://www.comedytornado.com/

REVIEWS

"Wow!! To say Paul Venier has an abundance of energy and talent would be a tremendous understatement. He does not let an ounce of talent go to waste."
- Ron Messina, HIP Magazine

"Paul Venier, the aptly named 'Comedy Tornado', defies all forms of shorthand. In fact, his delivery, both on and offstage, is so rapid that Robin Williams in his coke-fueled heyday would be hard pressed to keep up. Most impressive, perhaps, is the fact that he maintains this frenetic pace throughout Springsteen-like marathons. It is difficult to imagine anyone feeling stiffed after experiencing 'The Comedy Tornado'!"
- Michael Lee, Good Times Magazine

"When the show was over I had pains in my stomach. Never have I quite laughed like that before."
- Tom Green, The Independent Paper - Kean College, Union, NJ

"The show maintained a rapid-fire pace for a solid 2 hours. There was rarely a moment when the audience wasn't laughing!"

- Alan M. Huscher, The Collegian - La Salle University, Philadelphia, PA.

"This Man is a One Man Comedy Tornado!"
- Norman LaFoe, Agent and President of Tru Circle Comedy

"He is not only a great comedian, but also a gifted entertainer."
- Storer Cable, New Haven, CT.

"The Jersey Shore has produced many talented people, but one of the Shore's most colorful entertainers is Paul Venier."
- Asbury Park Press, NJ

LA Comedy Awards Nominations Soiree Tuesday Aug 23nd at the M Bar Hollywood

2011-07-11T16:49:00.000-07:00

M Bar

1253 Vine St. Hollywood, CA
Open to the public.

ATTN! There's no sign on M Bar club,
It's on Corner lot with Burgundy Fence.

Primo and group seating RSVP with Joe at the M Bar 323 -314-9566

The Greatest Show in Hollywood!
With free lot parking.
Right next to Academy Awards Mary Pickford Center

Red Carpet Arrivals 6:30 pm
Hilarious Pre Show sizzle reels at 7:00
Presentations and Performances 7:30
Concludes at 9pm

VIP Invites:
NBC Executive
Developing...

Performers:
Host - Max Worthington
Co Host - Tamara Henry
Master of Ceremonies - Rosie Tran
Dakota Younger - Producers Choice Nomination Stand Up Comic
Gabrielle Birchak - Producers Choice Nomination TV Host
Spots available...

LACA's Production line 310-318-2110

FREE OFF STREET PARKING!
Come hungry $10.00 food minimum
Food is on par with CA Pizza Kitchen & Wolfgang Pucks
Up scale dress requested.

Developing...

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Vote the for your favorite female comic, who do you love?

2011-07-04T18:22:00.000-07:00

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LACA Nominee Rick Shapiro & Louis CK mixing it up on CK's pilot

2011-06-21T14:35:00.000-07:00

Deleted scenes from Louis CK's pilot featuring LACA Nominee Rick Shapiro.

Vote for the Best LA's Best Sketch Theater

2011-06-07T11:07:00.000-07:00

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LA Comedy Awards Nominates Divine White for Television

2011-05-11T00:58:00.000-07:00

OFFICIAL WEBSITE http://www.divine-white.com/

LA Comedy Awards is pleased to announce the new Web Series Nominee for Television. To see episodes click here: http://www.youtube.com/user/1FunSizeStudios

Nominated Most Hilarious Internet Video

2011-05-01T13:48:00.000-07:00

Judy Tenuta at The LA Comedy Awards launch party

2011-04-06T15:47:00.000-07:00

Every year LA Comedy Awards throws a private launch party before our finale event. All the nominees and their friends are invited to the festivities. Prizes and special announcement are made. It's an inside look at how many industry Awards shows work. In this video a local legend Count Smokula is teased by one of our guests of Honor, the inimitable Judy Tenuta.

Don Richardson the newest LA Comedy Awards Nominee and Director of Busted Reality Webisode

2011-03-31T15:12:00.000-07:00

Busted Reality teaser

In a world where reality is what you make of it, there is a select few who strive to make of it whatever they wish. They, are the Sex Symbols. ...
http://www.youtube.com/bustedreality

Don reminds us of Bill Cosby. http://www.facebook.com/donald.richardsonjr

Erica Rhodes is the LA Comedy Awards nominee for leading actress in a web series

2011-03-26T15:41:00.000-07:00

Erica Rhodes has over 200 million views cumulatively on her you tube videos. We call Erica the new female Jerry Seinfeld.

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The LA Comedy Awards Congratulations to 'the comedy awards'.

2011-03-26T13:52:00.000-07:00

Today is the inaugural industry event for 'the comedy awards'. Don Mischer is producing with two partners. Don Mischer is known for his many lesser events. 'The comedy awards' is the highest achievement in Dons show business career as far as we are concerned.

The LA Comedy Awards 2011 Nominee for Most Hilarious Voice Over

2011-03-21T20:25:00.000-07:00

LA Comedy Awards Nominee for Most Hilarious Webisode

2011-03-21T08:15:00.000-07:00

The Unknown Comic, Murray Langston, LA Comedy Awards Mega Star Recipient

2011-02-18T22:35:00.000-08:00

Murray received a standing ovation after his performance to a packed house! Langston the evenings guest of Honor was recognized for Television Film and Writing. Click to enlarge picture

Mel Gibson Wins the Producers Choice Award for Most Hilarious Late Night Television Sketch

2011-02-17T17:22:00.000-08:00

LA Comedy Awards is Honoring the Unknown Comic Murray Langston

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Murray Langston

Murray Langston began his career in 1970, appearing on the popular TV show Laugh-In, doing impressions of a Fork, a Tube of Toothpaste and a Grandfather Clock. After that appearance, it was the typical Hollywood story for Murray. He couldn't find another job for over two years. Selling shoes on the side (during the mini skirt craze), he began hanging around a club owned by Redd Foxx and frequented by the likes of Flip Wilson and Cheech and Chong. Redd Foxx took a liking to Murray and suggested he team with a comic named Freeman King. They did and soon after appeared on several episodes of Midnight Special. They were spotted by producers and soon became regular performers on the Sonny and Cher Show.
After over a hundred appearances with Sonny and Cher, Murray continued his work as a comic support actor, by appearing as a regular on many more television series, including The Hudson Brothers Razzle Dazzle Show, The Wolfman Jack Show, The Lola Falana Show and The Bobby Vinton Show.
During this time, Murray invested in a nightclub restaurant he called Show-Biz, which became the springboard for many aspiring performers of the day, including David Letterman, Michael Keaton, Gallagher, Tim Reid and Debra Winger. However, having little knowledge of restaurant management, Murray specialized in bankruptcy, losing his club and all his savings in two years.
At this time, The Gong Show was very popular and Murray decided to try out an act because he needed the money. However, he didn't want his friends to know how desperate he had become, so in order to keep from being recognized, he decided to place a paper-bag over his head, memorized a few old jokes, and voila… The Unknown Comic was born.
The Unknown Comic became an instant hit, appearing on over a hundred and fifty Gong Show episodes. It didn' t take long for Murray to realize he had developed a character he could capitalize on. Within six months, he put together an act and signed a long term contract with the Sahara Hotels in Las Vegas, Reno and Lake Tahoe, appearing regularly in their lounges, while making the rounds on all the popular talk and variety shows.
In his spare time, he co-headlined around the country with artists, including Mellissa Manchester, Lola Falana, Helen Reddy, Robert Goulet, Andy Williams, Gladys Knight and many more. Murray was also the first to produce an all comedy show in Las Vegas, using many of the nation' s top comics to open for him. Pat Paulsen, Elaine Boozler, Yakov Smirnoff, George Miller, Willie Tyler and Lester, and Wil Shriner all worked for Murray at several Las Vegas Hotels.
Next, Murray ventured into the cable arena, producing and directing, The Unknown Comedy Hour for the Playboy Channel which became their second highest rated show that year. Murray also starred in another show for the Playboy Channel, The Sex and Violence Family Hour with then unknown Jim Carrey.
Murray wrote and starred in the film, Night Patrol, co-starring Linda Blair, Pat Paulsen, Billy Barty and Andrew Dice Clay. While still performing on various television shows, Murray took a loan on his home and produced, wrote and starred in another film, Up Your Alley a romantic comedy that also starred Linda Blair, along with Ruth Buzzi and Yakov Smirnoff. Murray followed this up by writing and directing another film, Wishful Thinking, which was released on Home Video by Helmdale. Murray also worked with Dom DeLuise writing and performing on the The New Candid Camera Show.
Shortly thereafter, Murray married and became the father of a beautiful little girl named Myah. An unfortunate divorce resulted and Murray, realizing his child was his priority, decided to retire from show business to concentrate on raising his daughter as a single dad.
Ten years later, his daughter asked him to get a job. So Murray, realizing that nobody had known he had retired, Murray decided to come back with a vengeance – making sure the next time he retires, people besides his relatives will know.

So, this past year he has hosted the 25th anniversary of The Gong Show, appeared on the Howard Stern Show, performed at the Hilton in Las Vegas and at the beginning of 2002, shot a pilot called The Rich Generation, in which he has a recurring role.
Murray was thrilled to be asked to be a part of CONFESSIONS OF A DANGEROUS MIND. He will also be seen in the upcoming film Levity, starring Billy Bob Thornton.
Of course, he is also involved in a whole bunch of other stuff that he doesn't really want to discuss at the moment because he prefers to remain Unknown. Get ready to hear more from that quirky guy with the bag over his head.

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L.A. Comedy Awards Nominee for T.V. Talk Show Host, S. Scott Conner

2011-02-16T23:03:00.000-08:00

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Honoring the Greats - Murray Langston The Unknown Comic

2011-02-08T21:22:00.000-08:00

Best known for his recurring roll on the Gong Show. He’s written and performed with Sonny and Cher, Redd Foxx and Rowan and Martins ‘Laugh In’. Produced by George Schlatter of American Comedy Awards and Comedy Centrals new "the comedy awards" set to air in April of 2011.

He’s written for Jim Carey, Ruth Buzzi, Joan Rivers and created many Candid Camera gags. Langston has a new Television Pilot to be announced soon.

LA Comedy Awards is proud and honored to recognize one of the all time greats Murray Langston, The Unknown Comic.

Nominee for Television Host: S. Scott Conner

2011-02-08T15:22:00.000-08:00

S. Scott Connor the newest 2011 Nominee for Television Talk Show Host. Scott has tremendous natural talent at the cellular level. He's related to Jeff Goldblum.

Judy Tenuta LA Comedy Awards Mega Star Recipient

2011-01-24T18:04:00.000-08:00

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LA Comedy Awards on ActorsE Chat Show

2011-01-14T20:51:00.000-08:00

It's ActorsE Chat Show From Hollywood!
Showrunner Pepper Jay and Host Brett Walkow!

JUDY TENUTA - Thur Jan 20th Hermosa Beach

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Click to enlarge poster

http://www.judytenuta.com

Annual Launch Party and Panel Discussion

2010-12-11T14:05:00.000-08:00

Thurs Jan 20th, 1141 Aviation Blvd Hermosa Beach 2010 at 8pm (see map in sidebar)

LA Comedy Awards is having it's the annual launch party and panel discussion before the main event. Performances, Prizes, and fun. All LACA participants are required to attend. Click on picture

Barry Weisenberg nominated for Television

2010-12-07T19:23:00.000-08:00


KING ON THE ONE LINERS

Classic Stand up Comedian, Barry Weisenberg has a written a definitive new book for aspiring comedians. Barry's one liner writing secrets explained but he also covers other styles of comedy performance in the book. We highly recommend it.

http://www.funnybarry.com/

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November 11th 2010 flyers

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Nobember 11th Showcase in Hermsoa Beach

2010-10-28T11:22:00.000-07:00

Hey all,

We're looking for the new comics and 2009 - 2010 LACA comics to make this night a blast.

Were accepting submissions and scouting for new talent to fill this bill.

LACA are the highest and most prestigious Awards in Comedy, don't miss out.

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LA Comedy Award Nominee Roz Browne Co-Starring as Justine Brock this Friday on the season premiere of NBC "OutLaw"

2010-09-23T12:36:00.000-07:00

http://www.rozbrowne.com/

In Los Angeles, you can catch her performing regularly at all of the major clubs. Roz also produces and performs in The Merry Wives of Comedy. Her solo show Fried Clams With Bellies was performed to sold out audiences in Martha’s Vineyards, Massachusetts and continues to be performed nationally. http://www.rozbrowne.com/

Nominated for Most Hilarious Radio Advertising

2010-09-16T13:25:00.000-07:00

David Ruben and Greg Broadmore

The LACA voice over nominations included radio ads: "Dr. Xhislby 'Ex' Exley P.hD Testimonial" - "Thomas Associates Testimonial" - "The Blue Sacked Pillock Ad" - "Nandy Duke Ad" and the "Pomson 6000 Ad" These ads were written by Weta Workshop's Greg Broadmore author of the Dr. G...rordborts Graphic Novel "Victory." Production and creative voice work by David Ruben. This combination of amazing talent requires both Greg and David be nominated for the award. Congratulations to both gifted comedic artists!

http://www.wetanz.com/pomson-6000/

LA Comedy Awards Nominated for Most Hilarious internet videos

2010-09-11T11:04:00.000-07:00

We found Vic on a social network making hysterical daily micro reels from his web cam. Comic timing, talent and creativity jumps off the screen when you see the Vignettes as they are dubbed by his fans. Our vision is to see Vic cast with Robert DeNiro, Jack Nicholson and others as a lead.

LACA

Vic has performed at many of the nation's best comedy venues such as New York City's Dangerfield's, Los Angeles' Laugh Factory, Las Vegas' Riviera Hotel and Atlantic City's Borgata Hotel. Click here to read more

LA Comedy Awards, ROXY ON SUNSET CONFIRMED! - "On the Rox"

2010-08-31T16:53:00.000-07:00

LA Comedy Awards, Tuesday Sept 28, 8pm at the Roxy upstairs, On the Rox!

The most exciting club on Sunset Strip, THE ROXY may give LA Comedy Awards a monthly slot at their club upstairs called On The Rox! This club has the greatest history on the level of the Comedy Store legacy!

Paul Reubens, then a struggling comedian, introduced his Pee-wee Herman character in a raunchy revue here in 1981 that included other aspiring comics including Phil Hartman and Elayne Boosler. -> Wikki The Roxy

2010 video nominee playlist

2010-08-09T21:43:00.001-07:00

LA Comedy Awards advisor David on set

2010-07-29T22:00:00.000-07:00

Joe - David - Robert

David is our favorite advisory board member for many reasons before his relationships with Hollywood A list celebrities. Pictured here with Robert Davi and Joe Mantegna. David is the 2009 recipient of the LACA New Star Award for Radio, Film and Television.

LA Comedy Awards Brian Holtzman Nomination

2010-07-16T15:53:00.000-07:00

Celebrity Achievement Nominee:

Brian has clearly attained a celebrity status amongst his peers. Brian headlines every Saturday Night all summer at the Comedy Store on Sunset. He has a reputation for a withering criticism style of comedy, the dichotomy being that he's easy to work with. Brian looks forward to becoming a comic on the Comedy Central Roasts and a slew of television and film deals for 2010 and 2011.

LA Comedy Awards comics Henrietta and Marty Ross

2010-06-28T10:12:00.000-07:00

The perfect segue of Marty Ross and Henrietta, they were the finale performers at the June 27th Producers Choice Nomination event in Hermosa Beach. Henrietta recieved a nomination for the New Star Award - Television. Henrietta topped off the night by going into the crowd, trying to get a man, it was a riveting hilarious performance.

John Kuperman LA Comedy Awards red carpet celebrity

2010-06-23T20:21:00.001-07:00

The young and vivacious Roz Browne

2010-05-27T22:01:00.000-07:00

2010 LA Comedy Awards Nomination - Most hilarious female comic.

www.RozBrowne.com

Her acclaimed one-woman show “Fried Clams with Bellies” was performed in front of sold out audiences in Hollywood. Browne then took her show to Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts and also performed it for The L.A. Women’s Theater Festival.

She has also appeared on America’s Funniest People, Comedy Time and Que Locos Comedy Jam. Browne has toured as a Stand Up Comedian nationally and as a USO performer in Asia and Hawaii. She was a finalist in California’s Funniest Female Contest in 2005 and voted Favorite Comedian by Boston Metro Choice ’s Newspaper during the 2006 Boston Comedy Festival.

In 2007 Browne launched “The Merry Wives Of Comedy”, a Stand Up Comedy Show, featuring some of the Nation’s Talented Female Comedians. The successful co-production of ”28 Very Funny Females” and her many other production and hosting activities was a great jumping point for this adventure. The first show performed in from of sold out audiences in Martha’s Vineyard, MA.

Browne’s film credits include Danny Devito’s Blockbuster film How High, Sunset Park, and Deirdra’s Party and a new short film “The Garage Sale”.

New LA Comedy Awards participants

2010-05-25T15:39:00.000-07:00

Tommy Savitt 2010 Nominated for New Star Award for Television

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TONIGHT LA Comedy Awards Producers Choice Nomination Series

2010-05-23T10:05:00.000-07:00

STARRING Tommy Savitt - 2009 Headline Comedian of the Year, recipient of Best in Comedy Award!

Hilarious comedians - Great food - Plenty of free parking

Kevin Garbee - Producer and comedy writer

John Kuperman - Up and comer and performer of all the Major Comedy clubs in Hollywood.

Mr.J. - Producer and performer of all the Major Comedy clubs in Hollywood.

John Basett - Featured Road Comic - performs in all the states from coast to coast.

Todd Patrick Maugh - Regular at The Comedy Store and all the major comedy clubs.

Christopher R. Porter - Producer/ Actor / Was on Comedy Central as part of the Man Show.

Rick Izquieta - Producer and performs at all the Major Comedy clubs in Hollywood.

The Lovely and Talented Deirdre Richards

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Now accepting submissions for LA Comedy Awards

Live performance opportunities for the Producers Choice Nomination Series.

If you are serious about your career in showbiz and want to move forward,

Please submit your EPK to: LAComedyAwards@gmail.com

An Associate producer will reply to you within 24 hrs.

Christina Lopez LA Comedy Awards Nominee

2010-05-07T00:29:00.000-07:00

http://www.christinalopez.net/

Colleges - Stand-Up

University of Texas-Austin Featured Austin, TX

Texas University Featured San Marcos, TX

Texas A&M Featured College Station, TX

SAC-San Antonio College Featured San Antonio, TX

Won the Miller Light Ft. Collins Comedy Contest – 2005

Semi-finalist in Austin’s’ Funniest Contest - 2007

Semi-finalist in Comedy Works Coors Light Comedy Contest – 2001

Latin Comedy Jams (2002-present) - Denver, Addison, San Antonio, and Chicago

AFE - Southwest Asia Tour - Middle East/Africa - 8/07

USO – Tour to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba – 11/07

Lone Wolf Entertainment – Baghdad, IRAQ – 10-08

Independent – Tour to Beijing, China-10/09

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Caroline Picard

Reno Collier

JR Brow

Troy Baxley

Rob Little

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The Dream of Diego Marquez Supporting 13 Echo Films

TRAINING

Film Study Robert Carnegie

Film Acting/Commercial Auditioning Norm Silver

Film Study/Character Development Kristy Martin, MA

Commercial Auditioning II Norm Silver

Film Acting Tom Bralen

Commercial Acting & Auditioning Kristy Martin, MA

New LA Comedy Awards Nominee Slide Show

2010-04-24T17:58:00.001-07:00

LA Comedy Awards this Sunday

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Suzys April 25th 2010 promotion reel

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This show is going to sell out like the last

Vote for your favorite female Comedian

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We are using the one of voting platforms the Academy Awards uses. Check it out, there is a vote map that shows the artists where they have fans voting for them!

Click here to go to polling site

Click tabs to navigate and vote!

The new LA Comedy Awards nomination certificate design

2010-04-01T18:30:00.000-07:00

Click to enlarge

After being in the Award Show business for many years, seeing what the other shows offered for a nomination certificate, all were elegant and prestigious but they had a doctors office or education degree look and feel. So it occurred to do something more exciting that could live in a rock stars home or the in major studios awards display case, ABC, NBC, CBS, Warner Brothers, Sony, Paramount.

Here is our first offering

LA Comedy Awards this SUNDAY!! @ Suzys - Handbills for prinout

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Click for 11''x 17'' poster size!

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Neil Berliner - New Star Award

2010-03-03T07:17:00.000-08:00

Neil is a writer for LA Comedy Awards, he's also written for the Comedy Central Roasts and his jokes are regularly featured in the New York Times and other nationally syndicated publications.

LA Comedy Awards on Social Popstars media hub

2010-02-23T23:47:00.000-08:00

interview click here

Johni Louise, CNN corespondent out of Louisville KY covers LA Comedy Awards on Social Popstars. An online media source on how to navigate the new media, build professional graphics, and it also hosts beginner to expert, how to video tutorials on how to use twitter for business.

Thanks Johni, we love you!

Howard Stern Votes for Comedy Awards

2010-02-03T12:21:00.000-08:00

This is one way nominees are are chosen by a voting Academy. In this video you'll see the value of relationships in show business.

Jann Karam with her 2009 Celebrity Achievement Award, Television

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LA Comedy Awards Showcase tonight

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Sunday Jan 31st
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Suzys Bar and Grill
1141 Aviation Blvd Hermosa Beach, CA

Features:
Jann Karam - 2009 Celebrity Achievement Award Recipient - Television
Tommy Savitt - 2009 Recipeint Most Hilarious Headline Comeian
Perry Kurtz - 2009 Best in Comedy Recipient - Most Hilarious and Versatile Host
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Showcases:
Pablo Lewin
Jhonny Rox and more

2010-01-15T20:23:00.001-08:00

January 31st Feature Night #1

2010-01-03T11:22:00.000-08:00

Suzys in Hermosa Beach
1141 Aviation Boulevard
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-4027
(310) 379-6171

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Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from LA Comedy Awards

2009-12-16T10:52:00.000-08:00

Hope you're doing ok this holiday season. We are gearing up for a fabulous 2010 monthly feature night, showcase series starting January 31st at Suzys in Hermosa Beach. Thank you to all of our 2009 participants you were and continue to be such a great joy to work with especially Perry Kurtz!!

Perry was our 'headliner" host, yes we have headliners as hosts. We love you Perry you're the greatest. Who can forget Perry took the stage 13 times, after Robin Williams performed at the Comedy Store in Hollywood, and he's worked with every major comedian in the business, including writing for Leno. We look forward to seeing you again Perry.

Below are a few posts we carried over from our first year. In the upper right hand corner is a link to last years archived blog.

We encourage you to participate, volunteer, spread the word.

2010 is going to be a great year, hope you join us :)

The value of an LA Comedy Awards Nomination

2009-12-15T08:09:00.000-08:00

Tickled Pink Comedy Tour picks Angela Manfredi!

Producer Neil Hassman said "Kudos for Nominating Angela, we were not going to audition anyone else for the tour but the nomination changed our minds". And we chose her as our host!

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Producers review to Angela:

I'd like, scratch that, LOVE to officially kiss your [gorgeous] butt for the AMAZING job you did last night!!!! As Stamie said [above] you DID keep over 95% of the seats FILLED until the end, and anyone who knows comedy knows how hard it is to keep a crowd happy through 5 or 6 comix, no less 14!!!! YOU DA BOMB!!!!!!!!! XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOX
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Tickled Pink Comedy Tour Press Release

GREAT NEWS..........

We just got all three of The Girls of MADtv to agree to help us with this event!

Mo Collins - Click on her name to go to her myspace page.

Click here for videos with Debra Skelton

Jill-Michele Melean - Click here for her website - Jillyonline

Read more
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Great News

2009-01-01T11:43:00.000-08:00

Don Branker - Advisory board for LA Comedy Awards !

Don has not only promoted the Worlds Greatest Concerts but also the Worlds Greatest Comedians.
Jay Leno, Sam Kinison, Shecky Green, Phyllis Diller, Minnie Pearl, Pat Cooper, Ron White, Weird Al Yankovic, Steve Martin, Muledeer
Fred Travelina, Howie Mandel
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Don E. Branker

1970-Present

Branker Productions

Executive Producer

Producer/Promoter/ MC of California Jam I & II with up to 350,000 patrons, the largest one day events in entertainment history; Florida Jam with 75,000 patrons; Music in the Hills, West Virginia with 100,000 patrons.

Produced, promoted and coordinated over 2,000 shows and events world wide including: Jimmy Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, The Doors, The Who, Pink Floyd, The Eagles, Bruce Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Tony Bennett, Dolly Parton, Barry Manilow, Chicago, Queen, Ringo Starr, Beach Boys, Santana, and Garth Brooks etc.

Executive Producer of Evel Knievel’s Snake River Canyon Jump.

Video Production of two ABC-TV variety mini series; Wide World of Entertainment - winner of two Emmy Awards, four World Championship Sporting TV shows.

Co-Producer of concert film “Richard Pryor Live”.

Broadway play Executive Productions include “The Odd Couple” starring Tony Randall and Jack Klugman, “The King and I” starring Yul Brenner and “Fiddler on the Roof” starring Zero Mostel, and many others.

On camera host for ABC Television Network music variety Show “IN CONCERT “ which set a standard later followed by MTV and VH1.

Producer of entertainment and sporting shows and segments for ABC, NBC, CBS and FOX networks including: The Kentucky Derby, daredevil and stunt shows and variety specials.

Facility director/manager or executive consultant for : Greek Theater, Pantages Theater, Smithville Summer Theater ,

Ontario Motor Speedway, Fresno Convention Center, Raging Waters and The Island. Marketing Consultant for Sanyo Electronics, Miller’s Outpost, Barnum and Bailey Circus, Disney on Ice.

PBR and WWE...

Also two Presidential, three Senatorial, two Gubernatorial and two Mayoral campaigns.

DON E. BRANKER
BRANKER PRODUCTIONS

Unveiling the Celebrity Achievement Award

2009-01-01T00:36:00.000-08:00

Here is a first look at the Celebrity Achievement Award, Commissioned, Signature Series Awards, custom made by the Artisan who makes the Hollywood Walk of Fame Plaques.