All the News that's Fit to Print (Mostly)
--After we heard about this latest stand-up comedy contest, we wondered, "So, can only comedians compete?" Because seriously? That $3,500 grand prize could be USED around here, no joke. Such word comes from Edge Comedy, that will begin preliminary rounds this Friday at Kitty Moon, and proceed every Friday and Saturday until April 21. More info on dates, times, places, and most importantly, MONEY, can be found at Edge Comedy.
--It was announced yesterday that three more actors have been cast in TJ's show (yes, we're calling it "TJ's show"): Fred Goss, Jerry O'Connell and Jerry Minor. I think it's now okay to say we are officially giddy with excitement. (!!!)
--Speaking of exciting, Kyle Kinane's "Embarrassing Music Downloads" Blerds video made the front page of MySpace comedy. You can see that very vid below, or better yet, see the boys live tonight at the Empty Bottle, along with a screening of ALL NEW videos by filmmaker Jordan Vogt-Roberts.
--Speaking of TJ and Jordan, they have a show at UCB L.A. next Thursday. We've already alerted the troops.
--And don't forget! This Saturday is the 100th show of Don't Spit the Water!, everyone's favorite wacky game show! Knowing the general craziness a night at Don't Spit induces, we're absolutely mad with anticipation for the 100th show anniversary.
--Our friends at Chicagoist landed an interview with Scott Adsit, currently of 30 Rock fame and pioneering Second City alum. Check it out!
--Speaking of improvisors/sketchers: you've been quiet lately. Is there something on your mind? You can tell us. Drop us a line at editors@thebastion.org. We miss you. Come home now.
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All the pre-lims for the contest and info.
The Edge $3500 Comedy Competition Preliminary Rounds
Open call
Here is the current schedule to sign up for the preliminary rounds of The Edge $3,500 Comedy Competition. Winners of the prelims will get a spot in the $3,500 Competition semi-finals taking place at The Garv-Inn in Berwyn IL on Sundays 7:30pm starting April 22nd 2007 with finals on June 17th 2007. 3 winners from each preliminary round will advance to the semi-finals. This is for stand-up comedy and stand-up comics only!
Kitty Moon, 6237 N. Clark, Chicago
Friday March 9th 10:30
Friday March 16th 10:30
Friday March 23rd 10:30
Friday March 30th 8:00 & 10:30
Friday April 6th 8:00 & 10:30
Friday April 13th 8:00 & 10:30
Friday April 20th 8:00 & 10:30
Pressure Café, 6318 N. Clark, Chicago
Saturday March 10th 11:00
Saturday March 17th 11:00
Saturday March 24th 11:00
Saturday March 31st 11:00
Saturday April 7th 11:00
Saturday April 14th 8:30 & 11:00
Saturday April 21st 11:00
Pre–requisites for the Garv-Inn semi-finals is that each comic must bring at least 10 paying customers. Said customers can be other comics, friends or family, or people off the street that were given flyers. If any given comic does not bring 10 paying customers, they may be replaced by any non-finalist comic that does show up with 10 or more paying customers. Placement in the semi finals guarantees a 1 in 22 chance of entrants winning at least $500 and up to $2,000 (1st place $2000, 2nd place $1000, 3rd place $500). The venue is also 21 and over. If you cannot meet the criteria for the semi-finals or will not be available on finals night June 17th, please do not sign up for the preliminary rounds. Feel free to repost this and spread the word.
If you already won a Edge Contest in the last three months you are already qualified for the semi-finals, just let me know which Sunday your prefer between April 22nd and June 10th 2007.
Please reply to dopentertainment@msn.com with you preliminary round date and time slot requests in order of preference.
Thanks,
Dave Odd
Posted by: DAVE ODD! | March 7, 2007 5:37 PM