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Church Street Laurinburg, NC 910-277-8588 www.kimbrells.com Page 2 — Saturday, May 5, 2018 — Laurinburg Exchange Golden age of comedy: ‘I’m Dying Up Here’ returns for season 2 By Francis Babin Based on the 2010 bestselling The first season finished in a liter- TV Media book by William Knoedelseder, the al blaze of glory when rival club, series produced by Jim Carrey King Theodore’s, was burned to the tandup comedy is hard, and it’s (“Man on the Moon,” 1999) ex- ground, and the new season picks Sdefinitely not for everyone. It plores the famed Los Angeles stand- up in the aftermath of the fire. Lead- takes a special someone to bare it up scene of the 1970s and follows a ing up to it, we saw many comics, all and try to make a crowd full of group of young comedians attempt- including superstar in the making, strangers laugh. Accurate depic- ing to make it big by performing on Adam (RJ Cyler, “Power Rangers,” tions of standup comedy and come- Johnny Carson’s “The Tonight 2017), desert Goldie’s for Teddy’s dians on the big and small screen Show.” Before they can go main- due to the former’s policy of not are arguably even harder to pull off, stream, however, these up-and- paying comics. but “I’m Dying Up Here” seems to coming comics must succeed at The new season addresses the have finally succeeded where many Goldie’s comedy club. deserters and also explores Nick’s When we were first introduced have failed before. The highs and (Jake Lacy, “Girls”) sobriety and its to Goldie (Melissa Leo, “The Fight- lows of those trying to make it big in influence on his new act. Will audi- er,” 2010) and the club that bears ences accept his new, raw act, and, Hollywood continue in the second- her name last season, they were on more importantly, will he manage season premiere of the comedy- top of the comedy world. Her club to stay on the wagon? Cassie’s (Ari drama, airing Sunday, May 6, on was the place to be, and through Graynor, “Bad Teacher”) television Showtime. her in-your-face toughness, encour- pilot, “Girls Are Funny, Too,” is once “I’m Dying Up Here” is hardly agement and mentoring, she again a focal point of the new sea- the first series to examine comedi- helped rising stars gain confidence son. Additionally, we will see if ans working on their craft, but such and succeed, as we saw with fresh- Ralph (Erik Griffin, “Workaholics”) Michael Angarano and RJ Cyler as seen in “I’m Dying Up Here” shows generally tend to be over- faced Boston buds Eddie (Michael finally starts to incorporate his time the-top portrayals of behind-the- Angarano, “Sky High,” 2005) and in Vietnam into his act and transi- nia LaVie Owen, “Chance”), who tion, and his agent can make or ing to get discovered by Carson scenes antics. Fan favorites such as Ron (Clark Duke, “Hot Tub Time Ma- tion into a more topical comic in the reappears in her mother’s life after break him. Saul Hudson (Beau Mir- flocked to Los Angeles, instantly “30 Rock” and “The Larry Sanders chine,” 2010). She also helped the politically charged post-Watergate running away from home. Sure to choff, “Awkward”) joins Bruce as an making it the comedy capital of the Show” depict how comedy shows comics get sitcom roles, radio gigs climate. cause trouble elsewhere is Gloria ancillary power player. A friend of world. come together, but not the grueling and other solid work, but by the end The second season promises a Whitfield (Nicole Ari Parker, “Time Ralph’s, he’s a wannabe playboy At the same time, The Improv lives of the comedians who work on of the season, Goldie and her club bevy of guest stars but also several After Time”), a recently divorced, and the son of a comic who is now a (and later, The Comedy Store and them. were in a downward spiral. new characters who play an impor- successful producer of the hit series television producer. the Laugh Factory) dominated the tant role in the lives of Goldie’s “Soul Train” who becomes romanti- In 1972, the mythical Johnny scene and provided future legends comics. The ever-talented Brad Gar- cally involved with one of the com- Carson moved the storied “Tonight time and space to flourish. This is rett (“Everybody Loves Raymond”) ics. Show” from New York City to Bur- the world of “I’m Dying Up Here.” Karen Gibson School of Dance is set for a season-long arc as Roy Trying to make waves is Dawn bank, Calif., and the coast-to-coast The dramedy continues to explore Martin, a veteran and comedy leg- Lima (Xosha Roquemore, “The Min- move forever changed the land- this fascinating era over the course BEGINNER - ADVANCED end. Throughout the season, he will dy Project”), a fearless preacher’s scape of the entertainment industry. of its sophomore season, premier- ing Sunday, May 6, on Showtime. impart his wisdom on the young daughter who has something to Throngs of hungry comedians hop- AGES 4-ADULT comics and, much like Goldie, he prove to herself and the world. Classes in: Tap • Pre-Ballet - Ballet • Lyrical • Pointe • Jazz • Clogging doesn’t shy away from dropping She’s recently arrived to L.A. after hurtful truth bombs and breaking a performing in Chicago and Detroit Home of the few spirits. Trying to recover from and finds herself struggling with her her downward spiral, Goldie tries to sexual identity. TRIPLE TOE CLOGGERS form a business partnership with Dana Gould (“Stan Against Evil”) the old pro in order to expand her is set to recur as Bruce, Adam’s al- home: 276-2756 comedy presence. pha-male agent who doesn’t under- studio: 276 4631 Making a particularly inoppor- stand comedy or artistic integrity Family Rates • Well-Qualified Teachers tunely timed arrival this season is and is solely motivated by money. Goldie’s 17-year-old estranged and After the events of last season, OVER 50 YEARS EXPERIENCE troubled daughter, Amanda (Stefa- Adam is in a very precarious posi- He gets his music online. Caulder’s Service Center 910-276-8770 His t-shirts at the mall. & Towing LLC Cell: 910-280-0591 Charles Caulder Fax: 910-276-1468 And his drugs from his Owner and Mechanic uncle’s medicine cabinet. BE AWARE. 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