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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

In Remembrance: Joan Rivers’ life and comedic contributions

In Remembrance: Joan Rivers’ life and comedic contributions

Mary Ann Odete, Contributing Writer September 9, 2014
The late Joan Rivers was a multi-talented professional, a pioneer, and truly original comedic voice.
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Entertainment

August 24, 2014
Music, shows and comedy to check out in New York.
Alumnus reflects after “Portlandia” success

Alumnus reflects after “Portlandia” success

Ife Olujobi, Entertainment Editor August 24, 2014
Jonathan Krisel, an alumnus from the Tisch School of the Arts, Class of 2000, is nominated for two Emmys.
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Comedy troupe North Coast impresses at People’s Improv

February 26, 2014
In the latest of their monthly appearances at Peoples Improv Theater, comedy group North Coast performs an inspired "hip-hopera."
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Ultra Violet Live competitor profile: Gus Constantellis

Bryna Shuman, Features Editor February 10, 2014
Gus Constantellis will represent commuter students with his stand-up comedy act at Ultra Violet Live.
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ARTS ISSUE: ‘This is the End’ takes outrageous comedy to profound levels

December 5, 2013
From arguments about masturbation to a severed head kicked around like a soccer ball, “This Is the End” certainly has high shock value.
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Alum Skylar Astin talks lead role in TBS comedy ‘Ground Floor’

November 14, 2013
Skylar Astin, who rose to fame as a star in "Pitch Perfect," talks about his latest comedy project.
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Up-and-Comers: Charlie Walden

October 29, 2013
Tisch senior Charlie Walden discusses the current landscape of comedy and his web series, "Significant Brothers."
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All-Square theater troupe performs Washington Square Players

October 28, 2013
NYU’s Backstage Theatre Company, an all-square comedy theater club, is now bringing back the Washington Square Players with adaptations of four of the group’s early performances.
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New York Comic Con 2013: ‘Archer’ cast previews upcoming season

October 15, 2013
The talented voice cast behind the characters of FX's animated comedy discussed what's to come for the show's team of spies.
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‘Welcome to the Family’ disappoints on NBC’s new comedy lineup

October 2, 2013
"Family" is not a welcome addition to NBC's new experiments in comedy.
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Rebel Wilson almost rescues ‘Super Fun Night’ from mediocrity

October 2, 2013
In ABC’s “Super Fun Night,” Rebel Wilson uses her facial expressions to make the show comical.