November 06 - 11, 2007
The New York Comedy Festival, held at venues across the city, is devoted entirely to comedy filmmaking. Aimed at "celebrating the people who make us laugh", the event screens new and upcoming comedy features and shorts. There are also appearances from leading lights of the US comedy circuit and a portion of the proceeds go to charity.
Founded in 2004, the festival usually screens both smaller flicks which have yet to find distribution and independents with major backers. There are also discussions and seminars, which in the past have featured people like the Farrelly Brothers (the writer-directors behind There's Something About Mary) and South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker.
The 2007 line-up includes the likes of Damon Wayans, Artie Lang, Seth MacFarlane, Bill Maher, Sarah Silverman, Denis Leary and Louis CK
Schedule
Tuesday, Nov. 6: Rosie Live
Wednesday, Nov. 7: Sarah Silverman and friends
Thursday, Nov. 8: Louis CK; Denis Leary and friends
Friday, Nov. 9: Damon Wayans; Artie Lange
Saturday, Nov. 10: Bill Maher; Janeane Garofalo
Sunday, Nov. 11: Artie Lange
Directions
By Air: there are three airports: JFK, La Guardia and Newark link to multiple destinations, internationally and domestically. By Subway: an extensive subway system operates across the city. By Bus: various bus services link many major regions throughout New York and across North America.
The ethereal Tribute in Light memorial was designed to help lessen the aching loss felt across the country since 9/11. It is a profound symbol of strength, hope and resiliency.
The New Yankee Stadium
New Yankee Stadium is the working title for a new stadium for the New York Yankees, currently under construction. It will open in 2009, replacing the third-oldest stadium in the Major Leagues.
The Bronx
In popular culture 'The Bronx' has often symbolized violence, decay, and urban ruin. In fact, there are guidebooks that say you must never go to the Bronx! Sheer ignorance, that is all we have to say! Interactive Bronx map