RIP Marcia Wallace

Legendary comedic actress Marcia Wallace has died at the age of 70 due to complications from Breast Cancer.  Wallace is probably best known today as the voice of Bart Simpson's teacher Edna Krabappel on The Simpsons.  She was also known for her scene-stealing role as Carol the receptionist on The Bob Newhart Show.

I had the pleasure of seeing her appear on a live version of Match Game here in Los Angeles a few  years back.  Such a sweet and funny woman.

She will be missed.  Our thoughts and condolences go out to her friends and family.

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This Month's Match Game Info!

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Match Game Live in Los Angeles

When:

Friday April 11 and Saturday April 12 @ 10 PM

Where:

Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
5919 Franklin Ave
Hollywood, CA 90028

Who:

Rob Corddry
Aimee Mann
Andy Daly
Seth Morris
Paul F Tomkins
Jeff Garlin
Howard Kremer
Danielle Koenig
Scott Aukerman
Mitch Silpa
ZACH GALAFIANAKIS

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Match Game Time!

Probably the most fun you'll have at a live game show revival. Or anywhere.

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February Match Game

Friday @ 9:30
Saturday @ 10:00

Featuring Golden Globe winner Jon Hamm, Paul F. Tompkins, Rob Cordry, Doug Benson, from the original Match Game: Marcia Wallace, and more!

Hosted by Jimmy Pardo!

This Friday and Saturday!

I'll be attending the Saturday show.

Don't forget to sign the petition to get Jimmy Pardo a shot at hosting the new TV version of Match Game!

Match Game Petition

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Support a great cause...

Readers, I don't ask for much.

Today I am asking you for a moment of your time.

Sign This Petition

Freemantle Media is going to be launching a new version of Match Game and a movement is underway to get Jimmy Pardo, who hosts his own monthly version as regular readers should know, to host the show.

Take a few seconds and sign the petition!

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December Match Game!

It's time again for Match Game hosted by Jimmy Pardo!

Friday 12/7 @ 9:30

Saturday 12/8 @ 10:30

UCB Theatre

5919 Franklin

Hollywood, CA 90028

Great line up this month. I only wish I could make it.

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The Beast Conquers Match Game!

I've mentioned Match Game Live at the UCB Theatre here many times. I want to get the word around so people can experience it in person. It's great funny and a couple of hours of solid laughter.

You'd be interested to know that, much to my surprise, I was chosen as a contestant at the show a couple weeks ago.

The panel featured Matthew Perry, Janeane Garofalo, Andy Daly, Paul F. Tompkins, Danielle Koening, and Oscar Nunez.

The Beast Triumphed! I was able to drop th eblog on the unsuspecting crowd so if any of your Match Game fans are reading this, Hello!

I matched Janeane in the final round and took home the $100 grand prize (which promptly went to Best Buys bank.)

It was awesome fun.

Here are some pictures and a couple videos of me in action. (pardon the quality they're taken with cell phones.)

Thanks to Kelsey and Phil for shooting!

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November Match Game!

It's that time again gang. This months Match Game is THIS Friday and Saturday. Make your reservations HERE.

As indicated above this month includes Andy Richter and Janeane Garfalo!

Friday November 9 @9:30

Saturday November 10 @10pm

THE UPRIGHT CITIZENS BRIGADE THEATRE

5919 Franklin Blvd.

323-908-8702

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UCB Match Game This Weekend!

Come on out and see a great show! Maybe you'll get a crack at $100!

The Pop Culture Beast staff will be there both nights!

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Match Game Tonight!

If you are in Los Angeles head on out to the UCB Theatre for another fantastic night of game show hilarity with Match Game hosted by Jimmy Pardo. This month includes Neil Patrick Harris and Maria Bamford amond other very funny people.

It's probably too late to make reservations but if you get there early and get in line you might be able to get in. Next month I'll post the notice earlier so anyone interested can make reservations.

UCB THEATRE LA
5919 Franklin Ave (between Tamarind & North Bronson Ave)
Hollywood, CA 90028
(323) 908-8702

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an event uniquely Los Angeles...and maybe New York...

Once a month at the UCB Theatre in Los Angeles is a modern day tribute to the television game show classic "Match Game". you'd be hard pressed to find a better way to kill a couple hours.



Expertly and charmingly hosted by comedy icon Jimmy Pardo, the UCB Match Game successfully revives that old 70's magic made famous by Gene Reyburn and the likes of Charles Nelson Riley (RIP). The heart is there but nowadays there's a bit more bite to the comedy and its perfect. I have to ask why this isn't on TV yet (again?).

It is a show featuring some of the greatest names in local (and national for that matter) comedy that is consistently beginning to end funny. Recently, they've even managed to get some original cast members to appear on the panel.

Some examples of panelists include, Paul F. Thompkins, Scott Thompson (Kids in the Hall), Danielle Koenig, Doug Benson, Scott Aukerman, Paul Gilmartin, and original cast members Edie Mclurg and this week Marcia Wallace.

The best part? The audience has a chance to win $100 by playing the game. One guy and one gal are chosen at random and play for a chance at the grand prize.

But don't try to be funny. That's the comedians job.

It's 8 bucks cash entry and well worth it.

Get reservations at www.ucbtheatre.com and check out the other great shows they offer as well! Cheapest, funnest shows in LA.

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