Samantha Pitchel

They Might Be Giants They Might Be Giants are inarguably one of the most prolific bands in rock history: with 15 studio albums and as many videos, collaborations with figures from Homestar Runner to John Hodgman and appearances on a slew of TV shows, Johns Flansburgh and Linnell have kept... continue reading on Austinist

Austin Sketch Fest Austin Sketch Fest started off strong on Thursday, and the weekend-long comedy party still has two more nights to go. Tonight at The Spiderhouse Ballroom, catch Austin's Midnight Society with Chicago's Saddle Dads at 8 pm, and at 10, don't miss local troupe Your Terrific Neighbors performing... continue reading on Austinist

Austin Sketch Fest This weekend, sketch groups from across the country will flock to town for the second annual Austin Sketch Fest, an event organized by ColdTowne Theater to spotlight some of the most innovative scripted comedy groups in the game -- including nine troupes from right here in Austin.... continue reading on Austinist

Secretly Canadian Comic Tig Notaro is known for her deadpan delivery and uncanny ability to find the absurd in any seemingly mundane situation. She's got an impressive roster of stand up specials under her belt, and you may have caught her cameos on shows like The Sarah Silverman Program and... continue reading on Austinist

Cap City Comedy The results are in: after a grueling six weeks, the 2011 Funniest Person in Austin contest wrapped up last night at Cap City Comedy. Of the 172 entrants, 12 made it to the final round, showcasing their best 5-minute sets for a shot at the title. After... continue reading on Austinist