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Ryan Noack at the Neurolux 12/23!
Dec 23rd, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

Just learned that our own Ryan Noack will be opening for Tyler Riggers and former SNL writer Barry Sobel tonight — 12/23 — at the Neurolux! Showtime at 8:00pm - tickets are CHEAP ($5 at door).

Noack on Myspace: Myspace.com/RyanNoackIsFunny

Noack on Facebook: Facebook.com/people/Ryan-Noack

Neurolux website: Neurolux.com


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Laugh Track at Bulls Head TONIGHT!
Oct 29th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

Don’t forget — the laughs are free-flowing and free-of-charge at Bulls Head tonight in Meridian. Click the link on the left bar for more details.


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Stuff and such.
Oct 29th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

Our weekly “experimental comedy” show Laugh Track at Liquid ran its course and was laid to rest, even as sister open-mic show Laugh Track at Bulls Head in Meridian was born. Local phunny girl Stephanie “Stephunny” Anne Mason opened for Soul Serene at Liquid. Our two well-loved transplanted locals Jen Adams and Matt Bragg finished a week of shows at H…., recording material for new albums. Local comic Danny Amspacher led off the Adams/Bragg shows, and did a helluva job doing so. In the works is a podcast, a new show schedule & format at Liquid, and possibly a TV show. Stay tuned!


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“Stephunny” Anne Mason opening for Soul Serene this Saturday!
Oct 14th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

Our own funny lady Stephanie “Stephunny” Anne Mason will be the opening act for band Soul Serene at Liquid this Saturday, October 17th. After some comedy, she’ll be performing her funny rap song “Idaho.” Check it out! Showtime is 9:00pm, and the show is FREE (we’re almost certain). Check Liquid’s website at LiquidBoise.com for more info.


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Comedy Smackdown! (Jen Adams & Matt Bragg)
Oct 14th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

Our own transplanted locals Jen Adams and Matt Bragg are performing next week/end at Hijinx and recording their live comedy album. Their “Comedy Smackdown” shows run from Wednesday, October 21st through Sunday the 25th. Rumor has it if you ask them nicely, Matt & Jen may even have a few tickets to throw your way…

Show info link: Hijinx Comedy Club


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Everyone’s A Comic (funny local Craigslist ad)
Sep 29th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

I love finding comedy in real life. Here’s a Craigslist ad from the local section today. If only romance were this easy, eh?

a simple quest (Treasure Valley)


I want to get to know the most beautiful woman in all of Treasure Valley.She has to be between 44 and 50 years of age with an encouraging upbringing.Her height is between 5′5″ and 5′8″.She should be single and looking for a real nice christian man.

If you find any “Everyone’s a Comic” material, send it to us! Email to Laugh@BoiseFunny.com.


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Pete for Governor Party, Sunday the 20th!
Sep 17th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

Join us at Liquid in BoDo on Sunday, September 20th at 8pm for the “Pete for Governor” party! It’s free admission, and the live show will feature comedy, magic, and of course, PETE! Come down, bring a friend, and meet Pete.


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Sprinklepenny support works!
Sep 2nd, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

You may not have noticed the little “Support Us!” icon at the top of the left-hand sidebar. I added it a few weeks ago, thinking I might someday promote it a bit as a way to collect donations for the site. I was surprised when I got an email yesterday from Sprinklepenny, the donation service, and they had already sent me some money! Granted, it isn’t much… but I hadn’t even given it thought since I added the link. The donor wasn’t identified, so to that mysterious person, THANK YOU!

I suppose it’s as good a time as any to mention the service a bit more about Sprinklepenny. From their site:

Sprinklepenny enables you to support your favourite sites with tiny payments. You decide how much to spend per month – typically $5 – and we then distribute this to your favourite sites. When you visit a site, you’ll see a badge thanking you for your support.

It’s a pretty easy way to help out the sites you appreciate, and hopefully BoiseFunny! will someday become a valuable site for you. When it does, I hope you’ll consider a small donation. Just click the “Support Us!” link when you’re ready!


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Boise Curb Cup: AWESOME.
Aug 30th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

I can’t put it any more simply:

Boise Curb Cup was the greatest thing to happen to Boise show business talent EVER.

I saw so many acts I never knew existed that my head is spinning. I saw dog acts, jugglers, karate performers, dancers, jugglers, singers, painters, …… The list goes on and on and on. I posted a bunch of pics at posterous, and hopefully many more will show up online in the next week.

P.S. Pete “The Governor” Peterson was even harassed by the Popo while performing! I suspect he’ll be telling the tale at a Laugh Track in the near future.


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Why should YOU support local comics?
Aug 24th, 2009 by BoiseFunny!

If you’re rather skip the philosophy and cut right to The List, then just scroll down…

Having been a part of the local comedy scene for a handful of years now, I have always found it frustrating that it can so difficult to build local support for Boise comics. I am only now making a concentrated effort to understand why other local artists — musicians/bands, painters, etc… — seem to find more dedicated groups of followers, while our comedians are rarely able to build a fan base.

Without question, groups like Go Listen Boise and others that actively promote local talent have a huge role in this. I hope that one day, BoiseFunny! will fill a similar role for comics. But I also think that there is a mistaken impression that comedic talent is a “gift” that a person either has, or doesn’t have. I don’t think people are aware of the sheer amount of WORK that is involved in developing funny material.

When people watch professional comedians on TV, they aren’t aware that they’re watching the fruits of a decade — or more — of practice and refinement. Many comics, and our locals are no exception, hated the “reality” show “Last Comic Standing” because it gave a very false impression about comics — namely, that the majority of the comics on the show were amateurs. In fact, the vast majority of the comics on the show were already well-recognized names in the business, and in fact many were touring professional comics already. Comedy is hard work, and it relies on people coming out and watching shows.

But to the point of this article:

WHY SHOULD YOU SUPPORT LOCAL COMEDY?

1. BECAUSE THERE ARE FUNNY PEOPLE IN BOISE.

It’s easy to think of comics as being “famous” people who live in Hollywood or New York. But, there are comics in Boise who are funnier than some of the ones you’ll find on Letterman or O’Brien. There are comics in Boise who regularly travel to other places to spread laughter. All comics, including the ones you see selling out arenas full of people all over the world, started as amateurs, and they struggled and fought to develop their voice and their talent. We have in Boise right now performers who are starting to make a name for themselves nationally, and who one day you may be seeing on TV.

2. BECAUSE BOISE HAS A UNIQUE VOICE.

Hollywood comics are very different from New York comics, who are very different from Austin comics, and so on…. Comedy is a reflection and commentary on real life. Every community has a unique voice based on its history and culture, and as a result, comedy that develops in each unique environment has its own special flavor. You are in a unique position to appreciate the Boise comedy voice because you’re a part of this community, and your life is shaped by it, just as the comics that work here are shaped by it.

3. BECAUSE THE BOISE VOICE OF COMEDY DESERVES TO BE RECOGNIZED.

I believe strongly that we have a unique and wonderful comedic voice here in Boise. As much as I love the New York, California, Austin, and other comics, I think it’s time for something fresh. I think it’s time we shared our uniquely funny perspectives with the rest of the world. I take it as a matter of pride that Boise has produced some very funny people. I love knowing that there are comics from other areas of the country who look forward coming to Boise and working with Boise comics because they recognize the unique talent we have here. On the other hand, it frustrates me that people living and working (and laughing) right here in Boise are often unaware of the talent that lies so close at hand….

4. BECAUSE IF YOU DON’T SHOW UP, IT WON’T WORK.

Stand-up comedy is show business — it can only develop with live audiences. Comedy is a live, personal interaction that relies on live people. It relies on YOU. If you’re not there, if there are no audiences, then the Boise voice cannot grow and develop.

5. BECAUSE IT’S AMAZINGLY EASY FOR YOU TO HELP.

Honestly, all you have to do is show up. Here’s the thing: Getting up in front of a crowd with nothing but a microphone, and talking into trying to keep strangers laughing for 5, 10, even 15 or more minutes, is INSANELY DIFFICULT. The only thing that makes it harder is small audiences. You can help tremendously by simply showing up. It’s honestly that easy.

6. BECAUSE IS SUPPORTS YOUR ECONOMY.

Yes, there is money in comedy, even in local amateur-level comedy. Bars and venues that host comedy do it for the drink revenues. Corporate event organizers sometimes pay comics to Emcee or perform at their events, and that money can be kept in town by utilizing local talent instead of hiring outside the community. Furthermore, it’s often much cheaper to hire local talent who don’t have travel and lodging expenses. And of course, local comics are active members of the local economy themselves, which means the money you invest in local talent gets spent locally as well.

And so it is our hope that you — yes, YOU — will come out & watch your local artists perform, and develop, and grow, knowing that just by sitting there with a drink in hand, you are really, truly helping.


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