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Co- median Amanda Seales (“Inse- cure”) hosts as comedy acts of all sorts take the stage in the hopes of winning the life-altering $250,000 grand prize and the once-in-a-life- time opportunity to perform at the iconic Just for Laughs comedy festi- val. While there have been other comedy competition series featuring standup comics, “Bring the Funny” goes beyond standup to feature a variety of comedy styles. In addition to standup comedy performers, the show shines a spotlight on sketch comedy troupes, musical comedy acts, magicians, puppeteers, vaude- ville performers, YouTubers and more. In a February article by the Holly- wood Reporter, NBC executive Mer- edith Ahr explained why the new competition series includes more than just standup comedy. “Great comedians know how to make us laugh while serving as a re- flection of the times, and we are ex- Kenan Thompson is a judge in “Bring the Funny” cited to embrace and support the a former Just for Laughs performer, American TV viewers will get to vote ed”), Gabriel Iglesias (“Gabriel Igle- and timed tasks. After five rounds of has been a hit with game show fans myriad of ways funny people bring he has first-hand insight into what it for their favorite act in the live Finale. sias: I’m Not Fat, I’m Fluffy”) and play, the contestant whose team has and critics, and it has garnered re- us levity and humor today,” Ahr said. takes to keep audiences engaged. The winner will walk away with the Nikki Glaser (“Not Safe with Nikki amassed the most points chooses a spectable ratings for a summer se- Like many other reality TV compe- The third member of the judging $250,000 prize package and a gig at Glaser”). Interestingly, none of these celebrity to tackle the bonus round ries. The show has won the Writers tition series, the show features a panel is model, author and activist the 2020 Just for Laughs Festival. now prominent comedians won in the hopes of winning $25,000. Guild of America Award for Quiz and panel of judges who will weigh in on Chrissy Teigen (“Lip Sync Battle”). The world-renowned festival has their seasons. Meanwhile, the chosen celeb com- Audience Participation three con- the acts after they’ve performed. Described as a “cultural tastemak- featured some of the biggest names The peacock network is known petes to win $10,000 for the charity secutive times, and Lynch has won “Bring the Funny’s” judges include of their choice. two Emmys for Outstanding Host for “Saturday Night Live’s” Kenan er” in an official news release about in comedy since its inception in for keeping things light in the sum- the new show, Teigan has her finger 1983, and could lead to even more mer, and viewers looking for more Since its premiere in the summer a Reality or Reality-Competition Pro- Thompson, who holds the record as of 2013, “Hollywood Game Night” gram. the legendary sketch comedy show’s on the pulse of pop culture. success for the “Bring the Funny” laughs can tune in to the season pre- longest-serving cast member, hav- Each of the judges brings a champ. miere of “Hollywood Game Night,” ing joined the cast back in 2003. His unique perspective to the panel, but NBC is no stranger to comedy which airs Thursday, July 11. Jane extensive experience in sketch com- their job won’t be easy. Producers competitions. The network was the Lynch (“Glee”) returns to host this edy makes him an excellent candi- have lined up an eclectic mix of 40 home of the standup comedy talent hilarious game show in which two date to determine what’s funny. different comedy acts to vie for the search competition “Last Comic contestants play party games along- Standup comedian, author and coveted prize. Standing,” which spanned nine sea- side celebrities. TV personality Jeff Foxworthy (“The These hopefuls, along with many sons off and on between 2003 and Each of the contestants teams up Jeff Foxworthy Show”) also sits on more, will compete in four rounds of 2015. Over the course of its run, the with three stars as they go head to the judging panel. Famous for his competition in the summer series. show featured then up-and-coming head in a series of goofy games to “you might be a redneck if” one-lin- The fun kicks off with an Open Mic comedians such as Amy Schumer score points. The games vary widely ers, he’s well versed in how to get round, followed by a Comedy Clash (“Inside Amy Schumer”), Tig Notaro in scope, from pop culture questions laughs out of an audience. In fact, as and then a Showcase. In the end, (“Tig Notaro: Boyish Girl Interrupt- and wordplay to physical challenges Sampson Independent — Saturday, July 6, 2019 — Page 3 Sports This Week SATURDAY ESPN2 Poker World Series. (Live) 2:30 p.m. ESPN Poker World Series. ESPN2 High Noon (30m) England Lawn Tennis and Croquet 8:00 p.m. ESPN MLB Baseball Hous- (4h30) (Live) (3h30) 4:30 p.m. ESPN2 Highly Question- Club-- Wimbledon, England (Live) ton Astros at Texas Rangers. From 7:00 a.m. DISC Major League Fish- FSS Braves Live! 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