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Lewis Black performs as part of a USO holiday show in Aviano Air Base, Italy, 2007. Photo by Tabitha M. Mans (Wikimedia Commons)

The Joke’s on US: Lewis Black comes to Chico

Angel Ortega // January 30, 2018

Known for his angry attitude on stage and his satirical rants, Lewis Black performs in Chico’s Laxson Auditorium in support of his tour, “The Joke’s on US.” Lewis Black is best...

Patton Oswalt is smiling through most of the show but its moments like this that are the most powerful. Image from netflix.com

Patton Oswalt’s ‘Annihilation’ will make you more human

Ulises Duenas // November 7, 2017

A good comedian can weave the tragedies of the world into something hilarious. A strong person can withstand personal tragedy and become better for it. Few have what it takes to turn personal tragedy into...

Myles Weber, the competition host, counts down 10 seconds for applause, which awards each comedian one bonus point Photo credit: Matthew Manfredi

Comedy competition at the El Rey Theatre

Matthew Manfredi // September 14, 2016

On Saturday night, a line outside the El Rey Theatre formed well before doors opened for the 8 p.m. show. Inside the theatre, 16 comedians from all over the U.S., Canada and even as far as China, prepared...

Ending Racism In About An Hour With W. Kamau Bell Preview

George Johnston // August 24, 2015
Could it take an hour to end racism?
Illustration by Miles Huffman

Blasted Bieber

Allison Galbreath // April 12, 2015
The roast of Justin Bieber is full of non-stop jokes and laughter. A must-see.
Illustration by Miles Huffman

Humor has been an exploration

William Rein // March 20, 2015
Tim and Eric are the future of comedy
Film poster released by Lionsgate Entertainment

Study Break: ‘Mortdecai’ review

Daena Marissa Iqbal Hakim // January 29, 2015
The film does little justice to a talented cast and leaves viewers feeling cheated.
Prin Mayowa

‘Hanger’ hits columnist

Prin Mayowa // March 8, 2014
"Hanger" affects children, adults and college students around the world; an Orion opinion columnist explains how and why.
Lewis Blacks tour, The Rant is Due, stops in Chico March 8. Photo Courtesy of Chico Performances.

Ranting comedian stops in Chico for stand-up

David Kahn // February 27, 2014
Lewis Black's tour, "The Rant is Due," comes to Laxson Auditorium on March 8.
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