Why So Serious?

Man found dead, SWAT called to Sonic Bloom Festival in Georgetown

Sonic Bloom Festival 2012

A number of disasters marred the Sonic Bloom Festival on Sunday in Georgetown, including one death, power outages and a SWAT response to angry concertgoers.



Dave Chappelle, Flight of the Conchords to headline FunnyorDie.com “Oddball” tour at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre

A dozen-plus of today's best (and hippest) stand-up comedians will take part in the FunnyOrDie.com "Oddball" tour Aug. 23-Sept. 22.

Dave Chappelle, Flight of the Conchords to headline FunnyorDie.com “Oddball” tour at Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre



Why So Serious, Ben Kronberg?

Denver-bred comedian Ben Kronberg is watching you getting ready to watch his first Comedy Central half-hour tonight. Photo by Bryce Boyer.

Denver-bred stand-up Ben Kronberg has enjoyed scattered TV appearances over the years, but none as big as his first Comedy Central half hour, which premieres June 14th.



Why So Serious, George Lopez?

If you haven't seen much of George Lopez lately, get ready, because you're about to see a lot more.

George Lopez has had a tumultuous last couple years, but with a new special, book, tour and sitcom, things are definitely looking up.



Why So Serious, Jonathan Larroquette and Seth Romatelli?

"Uhh Yeah Dude" hosts Jonathan Larroquette (left) and Seth Romatelli share a nice cup of coffee in Los Angeles.

The popular, long-running comedy podcast “Uhh Yeah Dude” is making its Denver debut with a taping at the Oriental Theater. We catch up with co-hosts Seth Romatelli and Jonathan Larroquette in advance.



Why So Serious, Bryan Cook?

Comedian Bryan Cook (left) looks on while another comic reads his competitive erotic fan fiction on stage.

Seattle-turned-L.A. comic Bryan Cook brings his live comedy show (and soon to be Nerdist podcast) “Competitive Erotic Fan Fiction” to Denver’s Bug Theatre on May 30.



Why So Serious, Maria Bamford?

Comedian Maria Bamford is too modest to point out how freaking great she is. Photo by Natalie Brasington.

Cult favorite Maria Bamford is increasingly being noticed by the mainstream for her brilliantly funny, brutally personal humor.



Why So Serious, Kathy Griffin?

When does vomiting into an oxygen mask become funny? Just ask Kathy Griffin. Photo by Mike Ruiz.

Comedian Kathy Griffin sounds off about vomiting into oxygen masks, her post-Bravo prospects, and her love of the Backstreet Boys.



Why So Serious, Beth Stelling?

They call her Sweet Beth. Sweet, sweet Beth. And by "they" we mean "she." And by "she" we mean "Beth Stelling."

Do you know L.A.-by-way-of-the-Midwest comedian Beth Stelling? You really should, and not just because we’re telling you to. But also because of that.



Why So Serious, Lily Tomlin?

Despite her down-to-earth persona, countless comedians look up to the legendary Lily Tomlin, as well they should. So who does Lily Tomlin look up to? (Photo by Greg Gorman)

Despite her down-to-earth persona, countless comedians look up to the legendary Lily Tomlin, as well they should. So who does Lily Tomlin look up to?