Rife struggled with his later jokes when met with a much larger audience. His opening act, however, is haughty, shocking, and hilarious.
Opinions, Column
Commit to the Bit
A “bit” refers to a playful routine or a humorous exchange among friends, often a series of related jokes strung together. In my experience, bits are the most fun-spirited way to encourage genuine human connection and laughter.
Arts, Movies, Review
Nate Bargatze Shines in ‘The Greatest Average American’
Comedian Nate Bargatze amuses audiences during a pandemic through his dry humor and deadpan jokes.
Arts, Television, Review
Felix Lobrecht Fails to Live Up to the Hype
German comedian Felix Lobrecht’s underwhelming Netflix special relies on cheap shock value.
On Campus, Arts
Hello…Shovelhead! Digs into Stereotypes to Strike Comedic Gold at Fall Show
Hello…Shovelhead! presents well-scripted skits about eclectic topics ranging from the suburban wine mom stereotypes to Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’ to create effortless comedy at Fall Show.
Opinions, Column, Featured Column
In Defense Of Offense
Comedy has its very dark side, and this is not something to be ashamed of, but to embrace.
Metro
Improv Asylum Brings Its Passion Of Comedy To The North End
Artistic Director and Director of Training Center Jeremy Brothers discusses how Improv Asylum is shaking up Boston’s comedy scene.
Top Story, Arts, On Campus
Shovelhead’s ‘Butter Party’ Livens Up Fulton 511 With Its Absurdities
Students pile into Fulton 511 over the weekend for Shovelhead!’s fall show, aptly titled ‘Butter Party’.
On Campus, Arts, Top Story
Night In The O’Connell: My Mother’s Fleabag Makes Upper Come Alive
Students pack O’Connell House for a night of improv comedy, hosted by My Mother’s Fleabag.
Movies, Arts
Jon Stewart Turns To Dark Comedy In Directorial Debut ‘Rosewater’
‘The Daily Show’ host Jon Stewart takes his turn behind the camera for ‘Rosewater,’ a film about the 2009 Iranian elections.
