Tag: comedy

“The Bear’s” Carmen Christopher brings stand-up to CU

URBANA — Carmen Christopher is known for his roles in TV shows like “The Bear” and “I Think You Should Leave,” but he got his start in improv and stand-up comedy.  Now, in addition to his work in television, Christopher has a comedy special on Peacock and is in the midst of a national tour

Baseball comedy premieres in Savoy

The movie “You’re OUT!” is a road trip comedy of errors, much of it filmed in Champaign County. And on Aug. 12, it’s coming to the Savoy 16 theater for a local premiere.  Focusing on parents who have trouble stepping back from their kids’ lives, “You’re OUT!” tells the story of two dads who will

Illinois Theater comedy exemplifies more diversity on stage

URBANA – A theater production with Latinx representative characters premiered last weekend at the University of Illinois’ Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. It is part of a co-director’s effort to see more people of color on stage. Native Gardens, a play written by Karen Zacarias, is a comedy that discusses race, class and privilege, between