Entertainment & Arts
A squeaking door, a crash of thunder, gunshots, characters larger than life and tales of daring and fright--these were the stock in trade of the pulp magazines that proliferated during the 1930s, ‘40s and ‘50s.
Jan. 20, 1991
When a comedy/improv troupe’s sketches get more laughs from the offstage members of the group than from the audience, that troupe is in trouble.
Sept. 18, 1987
“ComedySportz,” at the West Coast Ensemble, is more frivolous than most of its fellow improv groups--not that profundity has ever been the hallmark of the genre.
Dec. 16, 1988
Television
Television * Whether the improv series uses writers for ideas is at the heart of a dispute between producers and WGA.
Dec. 18, 1999
Given Adam Scott and Craig Robinson’s collective comedy credentials — “Party Down,” “Parks & Recreation,” “The Office,” “Knocked Up,” “Pineapple Express” and, of course, “Hot Tub Time Machine 2” — seeing their names atop the new Fox series “Ghosted” sets up some expectations for the series premiere on Sunday.
Sept. 29, 2017
Movies
‘Humpday’s’ Mark Duplass talks about acting on a dare
July 23, 2009
David S. Goyer Screenwriter David S.
Dec. 28, 2003
Farce doesn’t get much funnier than Alan Ayckbourn’s “How the Other Half Loves,” as staged by Tom Henschel at Theatre 40.
June 12, 1987
This improvised wake builds its boisterous spirits on the power of audience suggestions.
Jan. 25, 2003
Lured by pilot season’s promise of sitcom stardom, America’s improv comedy talent is invading L.A.
March 18, 2004