COMEDY
‘What We Do in the Shadows’ is the spookiest (and funniest) TV show you should be watching right now
You’d probably never think that a “mockumentary”-style TV show about a group of vampires who are roommates would be enjoyable, but somehow, FX’s “What We Do in the Shadows” is the funniest TV show you’re probably not watching.
Gabriel Iglesias says he’ll return to San Antonio after Netflix taping cut due to COVID-19
Funnyman Gabriel Iglesias says he’ll return to San Antonio after his Tobin Center residency was cut short and the taping of his Netflix special was canceled due to a COVID-19 infection. A rescheduled date, though, is still up in the air.
Nikki Glaser to perform at Charline McCombs Empire Theatre in July
<a href="https://www.majesticempire.com/shows/nikki-glaser-one-night-with-you" target="_blank">Nikki Glaser</a>, one of the preeminent voices in comedy today, is slated for a pair of shows at the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre in July.
‘Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar’ is the weirdest and funniest movie you’ll see all year
Mumolo and Wiig star as Barb and Star, respectively, two Midwestern BFFs tired of their boring lives -- and decide to have the vacation of their dreams in Vista Del Mar, Florida. Barb and Star meet a devilishly handsome man (played by the film’s breakout star, Jamie Dornan) who is there to help his boss kill everyone in Vista Del Mar, and of course, Barb and Star unknowingly get caught up in his plan, and must end up saving the day. There’s no other way to put it, but “Barb and Star” is a silly and dumb movie in the best way possible. Nothing makes sense, but in the world that Wiig and Mumolo have built for Barb and Star, it just works. What really makes “Barb and Star” soar is Barb and Star themselves.
Outdoor comedy show to encourage African American community to get counted in 2020 Census
An outdoor comedy show called the "Be Counted and Be Heard Comedy Show” aims to boost the turnout in the 2020 Census in the African American community in San Antonio. Organizers of the event said the purpose of it is to increase turnout for the 2020 Census in the African American community in San Antonio and Bexar County. “It’s imperative that the African American community understand the impact that they can make by letting their voices be heard, and getting counted in the 2020 Census is one way to be heard,” stated Michele Thomas, founder of the Dream Big Scholarship Fund. The deadline for the 2020 Census is Sept. 30. RELATED: Local push gears up to get everyone counted in 2020 US Census before end of September
All your favorite comedians will be at Netflix’s first comedy fest
A week in Los Angeles at the Netflix is a Joke Fest might be just what the doctor ordered. The streaming service is coming out with a week-long comedy festival that takes place all throughout LA from April 27 to May 3, and the lineup is seriously stacked. Anyone who has browsed through Netflix’s original comedy specials knows the streaming service has attracted the best of the best, so it’s no surprise to see names like Dave Chappelle, Amy Schumer, David Letterman and Ali Wong headline the inaugural fest. If you’re a fan of the hilarious “Schitt’s Creek” (and if you’re not, why haven’t you watched yet? You’ll get to watch the cast sit down for an intimate interview, and hear behind-the-scenes stories from the best Canadian show on TV right now.
How Are Elephants Keeping Cool During the Heat Wave?
How does an elephant keep cool during a heat wave? Zookeepers at the Phoenix Zoo have plenty of tricks up their sleeves. "Elephants are pretty intelligent animals so as long as we provide them with the tools that they need to keep themselves cool they'll do it on their own," said Corey Barr, an elephant keeper. As for the other animals, many enclosures have pools for them to take a dip and cool off. Some animals we just won't have here at the Phoenix Zoo because it's too hot for them and we can't keep them as cool as they should be."