Early LLS Blog
Back in Craig Ferguson‘s first year on the Late Late Show, the RSA’s @JoaniePhotos would blog about what happened on the show. Take a look at her entry for October 31st, 2005 for a fun LLS flashback.
DVD Coming July 23
As TheLaughButton.com reminds us, Craig’s newest stand up comedy special I’m Here To Help is coming out on Region 1 DVD July 23rd, along with an audio CD version in the US and Canada. We have not seen a release date for a DVD in Europe, but the audio CD will be available on Amazon.co.uk on July 23rd.
Craig on Swearing
The RSA’s General @Malinky2Stoatir was recently looking through some favorite monologues and found a Craig classic, talking about swearing:
Video courtesy: ParanoidFellow
Josh on Paper
We hope our Canadian readers had a fun Canada Day and our American readers enjoyed Independence Day. New episodes of the Late Late Show are back on Monday, July 8th. While we were away, the RSA’s @BowTies_Bananas sent Josh Robert Thompson her latest drawing, which he happily retweeted:
New Neville
Also during the past week, a new Neville appeared on the scene. Novelist Stuart Neville welcomed a new baby:
Say hello to Ezra Neville, 6lb 13oz, mother and baby doing well. Father knackered. pic.twitter.com/SJvPzBEss2
Congratulations!
Helping Oklahoma
Over the holiday week, Craig Ferguson provided a short video appeal to those watching Toby Keith‘s fundraising concert for those affected by this year’s Oklahoma tornadoes.
Video courtesy: Toby Keith
Update: Vegas tickets now on sale:Tickets for Craig Ferguson‘s appearance at the Venetian in Las Vegas September 27-28 are now on sale, including VIP backstage packages. See the details on our Live Comedy Tour page. Vegas is usually the only place where fans can meet and greet Craig, so book early to avoid disappointment!
Friday night guest swap: On Friday, June 28th, actress Moon Bloodgood will be on the show with Tenacious D. Comedienne Cathy Ladman moves to Tuesday, July 9th with Morgan Freeman. See our Guests page for the most complete and up-to-date listings.
Craig and the Pixel Police
The “warming glow” TV section of Uproxx.com has a great article about Craig’s recent monologue tangent; drawing “allegedly” suggestive shapes on cue cards and daring the censors to pixelate them. The writer not only enjoys how Craig pushes the envelope, but explains why the Late Late Show host is under-appreciated.
Craig in Print
Scottish Craig fan @Sheriffbrody uncovered an June 2000 article from Empire Magazine featuring Craig and tweeted him a photo of it. Our thanks to the RSA’s @normaapril for spotting it in the Twitter stream! Click on the link or the image to see it full size.
Craig Needs No Words
In an innovative twist on the late night genre, Craig gets the crowd warmed up for the show without saying a word.
Video courtesy: Fergufool
Holiday Break
As the Late Late Show moves into a break for the Independence Day holiday, we will do the same. During the week of July 1st-5th, watch for encore presentations of shows from April and May. You can see the complete listings on our Guests page. New (pre-taped) episodes return on July 8th. If any Craig-related news happens between now and then, we’ll post it here. See you on July 8th!
Denver Shows Although the website at Comedy Works in Denver is still listing the August 30th through September 1st guest as a “top secret act,” we know that out fearless leader Craig Ferguson will be there. And as the RSA’s @bgrhubarb spotted, Craig is tentatively scheduled for two shows each night, for a total of six performances. The website indicates that tickets will be sold on a “members only” basis, which means you have to sign up for the club’s mailing list to become a member. If you’re thinking about going, be sure to sign up soon because tickets are limited.
Tough Day at the Office
As the Huffington Post reports, Franklin and Bash star Breckin Meyer got to do a nude scene with Heather Locklear, but as he told Craig on Tuesday night’s show, it wasn’t as much fun as you might think.
Craig’s Broken Finger
Craig explains how his broke his finger, and later provides a more detailed explanation.
Video courtesy: Fergufool
Video courtesy: Fergufool
Craig is Everywhere Craig Ferguson has announced 22 more live stand up comedy performances across the US and Canada through the end of 2013. He now has a total of 31 shows on tap. Tickets for a pair of performances in Coquitlam, BC just outside Vancouver will be available on Thursday, June 27th at 10am PT. Tickets for the show at the Hard Rock in Orlando go on sale Friday, June 28th at 10am ET. Tickets for the other just-announced shows have not yet gone on sale but we will be constantly updating our Live Comedy Tour page has those dates are put in place, and updating you on Facebook and Twitter.
Josh Opens Josh Robert Thompson will be opening for Craig on his many new tour dates this fall, with the exception of Denver, where our fearless leader will be working up new material on stage. Several robot skeletons say they’ve been to see Craig in Denver and enjoyed watching him work on his new act. The club is a small room, so you get to see him up close.
Hot Sauce
During one of her two appearances on the Late Late Show in 2009, Sandra Bullock and Craig had a conversation about hot sauce.
Video courtesy: ilaNmariah4everxD
Update: New Tour Dates Added
Craig Ferguson has announced 22 new tour dates across the US and Canada through the end of 2013, bringing his total of upcoming shows to 31. Tickets for a pair of shows in Coquitlam, BC go on sale this week. The rest of the ticket on-sale dates have not yet been announced but we will update our Live Comedy Tour page as soon as links are available.
Why We Need Craig The RSA’s Jo has written a great blog post on her website, making the case that Craig should be on television in the UK, not just the U.S., Canada and Australia. We couldn’t agree more. She’ll have to lobby the BBC or ITV to make it happen!
Craig Tweets
Perhaps Jo’s article touched off a flurry of tweets from Craig on Monday evening, where he responded to calls from fans to “explain himself,” which he did masterfully:
“@CraigGilliver: @CraigyFerg in Australia The Late, Late Show is on BEFORE The Late Show – Explain yourself.†Coriolis Effect.
“@mazziemo: @CraigyFerg your show is not on in Scottlanda and your Scottish! Ecplain yourself!†Racism
“@_WolfSpirit: @CraigyFerg If youre a time lord what’s your time lord name? (ie Doctor,Master, Rani ext)†Sparkles.
“@Big_M: @CraigyFerg In Mexico we do not watch your show in spanish, explain yourself señor†Si. Me gusto la playa
“@Megan_08: @CraigyFerg I’m a lesbian but I have a huge crush on you. EXPLAIN YOURSELF†you lack commitment.
“@mdjaxon: @CraigyFerg Craig, you claim to be anti establishment, but respond to all demands to “explain yourself”…EXPLAIN YOURSELF!†No.
That last one really says it all. That’s how you can have fun on Twitter!
Cunningham’s New Novel
Craig’s mother-in-law Linda Cunningham is a romance novelist, and the new cover for her upcoming novel has just been revealed. Keeping the Peace will be the third installment of her “Small Town Girl” series. Thanks to the RSA’s @bgrhubarb for the link!
Bad Oysters
Craig recalls the time he had a romantic date undone by a bad oyster.
Video courtesy: Fergufool
Josh to Stand Up in Canada Josh Robert Thompson will open for Craig Ferguson in the upcoming fall stand up comedy tour across central and western Canada. Josh tweeted:
Yes, Canadians: I will be opening for @craigyferg on the Oct tour. And also doing stand-up.
To get your tickets, just stop by our Live Comedy Tour page, which has the most up-to-date information and links available. Meanwhile, we’ve been watching the terrible flooding in Calgary and wishing the best for everyone in Alberta as the water recedes and the cleanup begins.
Rosie’s Fighting Side
The sports website badlefthook.com was impressed by Rosie Perez‘ recent appearance on the Late Late Show, where she talked about being a boxing fan and chided Craig for not watching more fights.
Craig Getting Hot in Cleveland
Craig will appear in the season finale of the TV Land sitcom Hot in Cleveland with Betty White. The episode air date has not been officially announced but is expected in July 24th. Thanks to the alert RSA’s @bgrhubarb and @nancyvrom, we can get a brief glimpse of Craig in this promo for the show:
