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‘Problemista’ Is a Carefully Thought-Out, Innovative Comedy

By Abigail Corrao, Hoya Staff Writer March 22, 2024

“Problemista,” the debut feature from writer, director and actor Julio Torres, is an imaginative depiction of the American immigration journey.  The surreal comedy, which debuts March 22 after...

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Georgetown’s Funniest Human: New Setting, Same Comedy

By Shelby Flynn, Hoya Staff Writer February 28, 2024

Taking the stage in Gaston Hall on Feb. 23 was the annual student comedy competition, Georgetown’s Funniest Human.  Run by the student club Georgetown Program Board, Funniest Human gives nine students...

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Hasan Minhaj Gets Out the Gloves in ‘Off With His Head’

By Saachi Baldwa, Special to The Hoya February 28, 2024

When viewers arrived at the entrance to The Anthem Feb. 16 and 17, Hasan Minhaj had their phones locked in bags. The audience sat abuzz with no option but to socialize before two South Asian openers,...

Jacqueline Novak (COL 04) in Get on Your Knees, an irreverent new Netflix comedy special.

‘Get On Your Knees’: A Sharp-Witted Comedic Masterpiece by a Georgetown Graduate

By Elizabethe Bogrette, Deputy Guide Editor February 8, 2024

“Get on Your Knees,” a new Netflix comedy special written and produced by Georgetown alumnus Jacqueline Novak (COL ’04), has broken the barriers of feminine purity culture while simultaneously...

Mike Birbiglia Dives Deep on ‘The Old Man and the Pool’

Mike Birbiglia Dives Deep on ‘The Old Man and the Pool’

By Jasmine Criqui January 17, 2024

What’s so funny about cancer, heart attacks and an impending sense of your own doom? Mike Birbiglia (COL ’00), back for his fifth Netflix special, is here to tell you. Filmed in the Lincoln...

Trevor Noah Tricks White People Into Singing in ‘Where Was I’

Trevor Noah Tricks White People Into Singing in ‘Where Was I’

By Amber Cherry January 17, 2024

As someone with possibly undiagnosed ADHD, “Where Was I” is an all-too-relatable title. Trevor Noah’s work often reflects the stream of consciousness of the neurodivergent, except his jumpy...

‘Dream Scenario’ is a Compelling Look at the Double-Edged Sword of Fame

‘Dream Scenario’ is a Compelling Look at the Double-Edged Sword of Fame

By Jasmine Criqui November 29, 2023

Some men are born great, some achieve greatness and some have greatness thrust upon them, only to find themselves woefully unprepared for the consequences. At least that’s the case in “Dream...

FUNNY FACES IN BEAUTIFUL PLACES | Nimesh Patel Talks Indian Heritage at the Warner Theatre

By Amber Cherry November 16, 2023

CW: This article references troubling world events. Please refer to the end of the article for on- and off-campus resources.  Nimesh Patel headlined the Warner Theatre on Nov. 11 in a controversial...

The Silence of the Chimes: A Ben Schwartz and Friends Adaptation

By Amber Cherry November 2, 2023

The numerous lights of the Anthem marquee — a word my mother seemed to enjoy saying — glowed as the names of pop superstars flickered across the screen indicating their tour dates, with “Ben Schwartz...

Please Don’t Destroy Totally Destroyed at the Lincoln Theater

By Amber Cherry September 27, 2023

On Aug. 17, the nightlife of the neighborhood lashed with the old glamor of the Lincoln Theater’s gaudy facade, soon to house Saturday Night Live (SNL)’s Gen-Z comedy trio, Please Don’t Destroy....

FUNNY FACES IN BEAUTIFUL PLACES | Tina Fey and Amy Poehler Sparkle on the “Restless Leg” Tour at the DAR Constitution Hall

FUNNY FACES IN BEAUTIFUL PLACES | Tina Fey and Amy Poehler Sparkle on the “Restless Leg” Tour at the DAR Constitution Hall

By Amber Cherry September 13, 2023

A line of fun aunts, their millennial nieces and wine night gal pals wrapped the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Constitution Hall April 28, as a light drizzle obscured the lights of the entryway...

‘Bottoms’ is Unfiltered, Raunchy Queer Joy

‘Bottoms’ is Unfiltered, Raunchy Queer Joy

By Clayton Kincade September 6, 2023

★★★★☆ The funniest film of the decade is already here. Following the breakout success of the incredible “Shiva Baby,” director Emma Seligman has teamed up again with Rachel Sennott...

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