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Posts tagged "Scott King"

Christmas and the Blackhawks

Christmas and the Blackhawks
Since I was a little kid I always had some type of association with Christmas and the Chicago Blackhawks. Obviously the ice in hockey reminds everyone of snow and Winter time, but I also have fond memories of my dad taking me to games the day before or the day after Christmas. I also remember... Read more »
By Scott King,
December 25, 2011 at 12:03 am
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Exclusive interview with comedian Scott Long

If you’re a football fan, you’ve probably seen Fox NFL Sunday’s pregame show, and you’ve most likely seen the Frank’s Picks segment where comedian Frank Caliendo has impersonated people from John Madden to President George W. Bush.  If you’ve been left in hysterics watching these sketches, you should be aware of all the talent that... Read more »
By Scott King,
June 27, 2011 at 10:53 pm
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Taste of Chicago - Sneak Peek at the Menu

http://www.chicagonow.com/blogs/wee-windy-city/taste-of-chicago-061.jpg This year the Taste will be serving:  Abbey Pub Beggars Pizza Home Run Inn Pizza Lou Malnati’s Sweet Baby Ray’s at least a dozen cold-blooded murders and much more! ... Read more »
By Scott King,
June 20, 2011 at 11:52 am
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Just for Laughs exclusive - Dave Attell interview Part 2

http://www.behance.net/gallery/Dave-Attell-Insomniac-Tour-Bus-Graphics/935019 CAC: One of the things you do incredibly well is that you have these trademark comparisons, for example, the night I saw you in the Cellar you made a comparison with a guy in the crowd who walked by with his friend and said, “Oh look, a male model, and the guy that does... Read more »
By Scott King,
June 11, 2011 at 12:13 am
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Just for Laughs exclusive - Dave Attell Interview

http://newcitystage.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/dave-attell-300×291.jpg There are very few people who have made me love Comedy and inspired me to be a comedian as much as Dave Attell.  I remember Watching Tough Crowd and Insomniac as a teenager and being awestruck by how raw and constantly hilarious the man is.   It’s been several years since those shows were on... Read more »
By Scott King,
June 9, 2011 at 10:01 pm
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You Can't Make This Sh*t up...

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http://www.thewrap.com/files/david_letterman_scandal.jpg I had a little bit of trouble sleeping last night.  Things have been going very well for me, but I got the feeling I could be doing more.  I have a fantastic job at the Congress Theater where I get to work with the top comics in the country and I’m able to pick... Read more »
By Scott King,
January 12, 2011 at 3:06 pm
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More Comedy at the Congress

File this under “Tooting your own horn.” When I became the Comedy Talent Coordinator for the Congress Theater back in late September, I knew it was an incredible opportunity and I was also very mindful of the challenges that would arise in booking monthly Comedy shows at a venue that has only had a few... Read more »
By Scott King,
December 16, 2010 at 2:57 am
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WGN's "Chicago's Next Big Comic" Finals

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Hello elegant Chicago Now readers, I want to say thank you to everyone who read my last blog and to everyone who voted for me in WGN’s “Chicago’s Next Big Comic” contest.  I made the final 4!   I will be on WGN Morning News Wednesday morning.  Not sure when exactly, but I was told... Read more »
By Scott King,
November 8, 2010 at 5:39 pm
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WGN's "Chicago's Next Big Comic" Contest

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Hello classy Chicago Now readers.   Here’s the deal: WGN is having the “Chicago’s Next Big Comic” contest.  Being a Chicago comic, winning this contest would help me out a lot.  I would really appreciate your vote.  I can assure you I work very hard and love Comedy more than anyone you know.   All... Read more »
By Scott King,
October 30, 2010 at 4:01 pm
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Live Stand up Comedy DVD Taping

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Blog and Comedy fans, I will be taping my first stand up comedy DVD titled “Honest Sarcasm” Thursday October 14th, 7:30 pm at the Gorilla Tango Theater (1919 N Milwaukee Ave).  As a bonus, we have some of the best comics in the city performing that night as well.  The show will be hosted by... Read more »
By Scott King,
October 5, 2010 at 2:59 pm
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