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Articles by Linvill Christopher

Arts and Entertainment

Comedy: Chris Wood Makes Fun of Life

April 24, 2018 Linvill Christopher 0

Chris Wood is a 31-year-old stand-up comedian that grew up in West Deptford, New Jersey and has been making a name for himself in the Philadelphia comedy scene. While working in an auto body repair [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Comedy: Good Good Comedy Theatre’s Kate Banford Making Philly Fun

February 14, 2018 Linvill Christopher 0

Kate Banford is the co-founder of Good Good Comedy Theatre, located near 11th and Race streets in Chinatown. Constantly trying out new shows with the reoccurring “Five Dollar Comedy Week,” Good Good Comedy strives to [continue reading…]

Arts and Entertainment

Comedy: Five Open Mics You Can Find On A School Night

February 12, 2018 Linvill Christopher 1

The Philadelphia comedy scene consists of an array of brave comics who have a close bond with each other and aren’t afraid to expand their network at open mic nights throughout the city.  These free [continue reading…]

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