Comedians
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Whitney Cummings at Paramount Theatre
Comedy Works Entertainment presents Whitney Cummings: Big Baby at the Paramount Theatre! Whitney Cummings is a comedian, actor, writer, producer, director, entrepreneur, and host of the hit podcast “Good for You”. Launched in 2019, “Good For You” is self-produced and features conversations with Whitney’s friends, fellow comedians, and experts in a variety of fields, including neuroscience, veterinary medicine, and magic. Best known for creating and starring in the NBC series “Whitney”, Whitney is also the co-creator and co-writer of the syndicated Emmy-nominated CBS comedy series “2 Broke Girls”. She has appeared in numerous television shows, films, and stand-up specials, including her fifth stand up special which released on Netflix in July 2022. On the big screen, Whitney was last seen in the Machine Gun Kelly and Mod Sun comedy “Good Mourning” and the Foo Fighters’ horror-comedy “Studio 666.” Other recent film credits include “How It Ends,” “The Opening Act,” and the forthcoming “At Midnight” from director Jonah Feingold. On television, Whitney will next be seen leading an episode of “Accused”, the forthcoming FOX/Sony TV anthology drama series from Howard Gordon, Alex Gansa and David Shore. Whitney also recently received praise for her week-long guest hosting stint on “The Wendy Williams Show” in October 2021. Other notable TV appearances include “Tacoma FD”, “Workaholics,” “Crashing,” “Undateable,” and the Comedy Central Roasts, which have solidified her presence in comedy television. In 2017 she published her memoir titled “I’m Fine ... And Other Lies”. That same year, Whitney made her directorial debut with the feature adaptation of Louann Brizendine’s best-seller, "The Female Brain". Whitney’s first one-hour stand-up special, “Whitney Cummings: Money Shot,” premiered on Comedy Central in August 2010 and was nominated for an American Comedy Award. Her second one-hour stand-up special, “Whitney Cummings: I Love You,” debuted on Comedy Central in June 2014. Her third one-hour stand-up special “Whitney Cummings: I’m Your Girlfriend,” aired on HBO in 2016, her fourth, “Whitney Cummings: Can I Touch It?” aired on Netflix in 2019, and her fifth “Whitney Cummings: Jokes” aired on Netflix in 2022. While not on the road, Whitney lives in Los Angeles with her pack of rescued dogs, her horse, and her boyfriend.
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Whose Live Anyway?
Comedy Works Entertainment Presents Whose Live Anyway? The current cast members and Special Guest Drew Carey of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? WITH SPECIAL GUEST DREW CAREY. WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, and Joel Murray and Special Guest Drew Carey will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your eyes. Audience participation is key to the show so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage! WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show as well as some exciting new ones, featuring musical direction by Bob Derkach. All ages are welcomed, but please note that some “PG-13” language will be used during the performance.
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Whose Live Anyway? w/ Dave Foley
Comedy Works Entertainment presents Whose Live Anyway? with special guest Dave Foley! The current cast members of the Emmy-nominated TV show Whose Line Is It Anyway? are proud to present their new improv tour: WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? WITH SPECIAL GUEST DAVE FOLEY. WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? is 90 minutes of hilarious improvised comedy and song all based on audience suggestions. Cast members Greg Proops, Jeff B. Davis, Gary Anthony Williams and Joel Murray with Special Guest Dave Foley will leave you gasping with the very witty scenes they invent before your eyes. Audience participation is key to the show so bring your suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage! WHOSE LIVE ANYWAY? showcases some of the improv games made famous on the long-running TV show as well as some exciting new ones, featuring musical direction by Laura Hall.
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Wil Anderson
Wil Anderson is an award-winning comedian, television host, writer and podcaster from Australia. His stand-up is a densely written, high-speed ride through one of the most wonderful comedic imaginations in the world. Politics, pop and the personal come together in a Wil Anderson routine, always delivered with more conviction and enthusiasm than any man’s vocal chords can take. Wil has made guest appearances on the popular late night comedy talk show, Chelsea Lately. He hosted four seasons of the high rating ABC (Australian Broadcast Company) TV series, The Gruen Transfer – a role that saw him nominated for a Gold Logie, and spawned spin offs, The Gruen Nation and The Gruen Planet. Wil currently hosts the popular podcast Wilosophy, which regularly tops the iTunes charts in Australia, as well as, co-hosts TOFOP, which was named iTunes Best Classic Audio podcast for 2013. Wil has toured the world with his stand-up performing his hit live shows including Wilarious, GoodWil, and most recently Free Wil. He also released his new DVD, Wiluminati, filmed at the Sydney Opera House. Don’t miss Wil’s brand new hour of jokes on his Fire at Wil tour!
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Will Burkart
VIP tickets include Priority Seating in rows seven and eight, (behind Lucy Restaurant Preferred Seating in rows one through six), and a post-show Meet & Greet! Will Burkart is a Los Angeles based stand up comedian and actor. After growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, he moved out to Los Angeles and quickly established himself as one of the hardest working young comics on the scene. Given the massive popularity of his stand up clips on social media, Will's fan base has skyrocketed over the past few years amassing over 500k followers and more than 150 million views. In 2023, Will embarked on a forty-five city nationwide tour selling out venues across the country. As the tour continues this year, Will is also slated to headline in the Netflix is a Joke festival. Looking to dine before the show? Dine at Lucy Restaurant to get preferred seating in rows 1 - 6. Make your reservations now at LucyRestaurant.com.
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William Shatner at Paramount Theatre
Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to Paramount Theatre on Thursday, June 21st, 2018 for an unforgettable night with the one and only WILLIAM SHATNER, live on stage. Audiences will enjoy a screening of the classic film “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan” on the big screen, followed by a live conversation with the one and only “Captain James T. Kirk.” William Shatner will be sharing fascinating and humorous stories from portraying the original Captain Kirk in the “Star Trek” television series and movies, and from his career spanning over 50 years as an award-winning actor, producer, director and writer. Fans will also have a chance to ask Mr. Shatner their question during the audience-led Q&A. Don’t miss your chance to see a Hollywood legend in this thrill-of-a-lifetime evening. Produced by Mills Entertainment and The Backlot Project. Learn more at WilliamShatnerTour.com
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William Shatner Live w/ Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
Comedy Works Entertainment presents William Shatner Live On-stage with Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan! Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to Paramount Theatre on January 21st for an unforgettable night with the original ‘Captain James T. Kirk,’ award-winning actor William Shatner, live on stage! Following a screening of the classic film “Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan,” Shatner, one of Hollywood’s most recognizable and beloved figures, will take to the stage to share fascinating and humorous behind-the-scenes stories from his seven decades-long career as an actor, producer, director, writer and – most recently – space-traveler.
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Winston Hodges
VIP tickets include Priority Seating in the first five rows! Winston Hodges is from DC by way of Richmond, VA. He’s toured all over the east coast showcasing his southern charm and edgy wit. He has been featured on Don't Tell Comedy's Secret Sets, and was a Top 6 finalist on Kevin Hart's "Funny AF" for Netflix - starting with thousands of applicants and 44 original competitors. His videos have been viewed over a combined 30 million times online.
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Writers of Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The current Hollywood writer’s strike maybe a bummer for our favorite shows and movies but is a BONUS for us. Many comedy writers are also stand-up comics and the writing team of Jimmy Kimmel Live! is no exception. These multi-faceted artists are taking a break from the picket line to bring their talents to our stage: Jesse Joyce – Emmy Nominated writer of the Comedy Central Roasts & The Oscars, who in addition to Kimmel has appeared on @midnight, Comedy Underground with Dave Attell, The Tonight Show, and Last Comic Standing. Devin Field – A writer, improviser, and Stand-up who in addition to having written for Comedy Central’s Workaholics and TruTV’s Billy on the Street, has a Comedy Central Half Hour stand up special. Troy Walker – Denver Native and Comedy Works regular who has appeared on The Late Late Show, VICE’s Flophouse, and Comedy Central's Corporate, in addition to representing Denver Comedy at numerous local and national comedy festivals, including as a New Face at the prestigious Montreal Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. Looking to dine before the show? Dine at Lucy Restaurant. Make your reservations now at LucyRestaurant.com. Please review our ticket resale policy.
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Yakov Smirnoff
VIP tickets include Priority Seating in rows seven and eight, (behind Lucy Preferred Seating in rows one through six)! Yakov Smirnoff came to America from the Soviet Union with nothing but a dream — and turned laughter into his passport to success. You’ve seen him on The Tonight Show, Night Court, and in movies with Tom Hanks, Robin Williams, Meryl Streep and Jack Nicholson. He just finished filming a movie with Mark Wahlberg and is happily married with a brand new baby. Yakov Smirnoff continues to proclaim: “What a country!” Looking to dine before the show? Dine at Lucy Restaurant to get preferred seating. Make your reservations now at LucyRestaurant.com.