Comedy Central announced its 2010-2011 development slate which includes new series Nick Swardson’s Pretend Time, Russell Simmons Presents: Stand-Up at the El Rey, and a third season renewal for Tosh.0. The network has also acquired several high-profile world television premiere stand-up hours from comedians such as Lisa Lampanelli, Lewis Black, Kevin Hart, Whitney Cummings and Bill Burr.
The 2010-2011 Comedy Central development slate includes:
Russell Simmons Presents: Stand-Up at the El Rey – premieres Sunday, July 11
The stand-up show, hosted by JB Smoove, will reflect the urban culture of today’s youth through stand-up comedy. Each episode will consist of three up-and-coming comics and will feature music created by DJ Cassidy.
Nick Swardson’s Pretend Time – premieres October TBD
From Adam Sandler’s Happy Madison Productions and Sony Pictures Television, Nick Swardson’s Pretend Time is sketch show filtered through the twisted point-of-view of stand-up comedian Nick Swardson.
Patrice Oneal’s Guide to White People
Remarkably adept at pinpointing the details of whiteness, Patrice Oneal schools us on race relations from his unique point of view, offering hilarious lessons both in the classroom and on the street.
Untitled Bill Burr/Kevin Hart Pilot
Top stand-ups Kevin Hart and Bill Burr star in a half-hour hour comedy scripted series featuring a modern day take on The Odd Couple.
Intercourse with Whitney Cummings
Intercourse with Whitney Cummings is a half-hour scripted narrative comedy that follows comedian Whitney Cumming’s adventures in dating and sex.
The Jim Jeffries Show
From the twisted yet completely relatable mind of Australian stand up comedian Jim Jeffries, this is a half-hour narrative about Jim’s new life in the US.
Untitled Reggie Watts Project
Musician-comedian Reggie Watts, currently opening for Conan O’Brien on his nationwide tour, joins forces with Comedy Central to bring his unique voice to television.
