The Heights

Building Community Through Laughter: How Isabel Thurston Is Changing Boston’s Comedy Scene

Henry Eig • October 19, 2025

“It was getting so big that the community center was like: ‘You’ve got to get out of here,’” Thurston said. “‘This is a nightclub. You’re running a nightclub.’”

Mary Beth Barone Is Boston College’s Funniest Dropout

Will Martino • July 11, 2025

Before starring in Amazon Prime's Overcompensating, debuting a standup special, and appearing on The Tonight Show, Mary Beth Barone was a BC student like any other—until she wasn't.

‘Y2K’ is an Entertaining Romp Through Late-’90s Nostalgia

Lola Milazzo • December 10, 2024

Overall, Y2K’s charm is the thing that wins the audience over—at least, it won me over. Its eagerness combined with its unique story and wacky humor make it something special.

“We’re Going Live:” ‘Saturday Night’ is an Honest Look at Comedy Icons

Elona Michael • October 20, 2024

The film follows producer Lorne Micheals (Gabriel LaBelle) and his crew as they prepare to air SNL live for the first time.

Matt Rife Is Inconsistent in ‘Natural Selection’

Ashley Valenzuela • December 4, 2023

Rife struggled with his later jokes when met with a much larger audience. His opening act, however, is haughty, shocking, and hilarious.

Commit to the Bit

Emmbrooke Flather • November 21, 2023

A “bit” refers to a playful routine or a humorous exchange among friends, often a series of related jokes strung together. In my experience, bits are the most fun-spirited way to encourage genuine human connection and laughter.

Nate Bargatze Shines in ‘The Greatest Average American’

Alicia Kang • March 21, 2021

Comedian Nate Bargatze amuses audiences during a pandemic through his dry humor and deadpan jokes.

Felix Lobrecht Fails to Live Up to the Hype

Alicia Kang • November 8, 2020

German comedian Felix Lobrecht's underwhelming Netflix special relies on cheap shock value.

Hello…Shovelhead! Digs into Stereotypes to Strike Comedic Gold at Fall Show

Kaylie Ramirez • December 3, 2017

Hello...Shovelhead! presents well-scripted skits about eclectic topics ranging from the suburban wine mom stereotypes to Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' to create effortless comedy at Fall Show.