The Special Without Brett Davis
The Special Without Brett Davis is a public-access television show on Manhattan Neighborhood Network. The show takes the form of an ever-changing live "special"[1] with a new format and performers, and a host portrayed by comedian Brett Davis.[2]
| The Special Without Brett Davis | |
|---|---|
| Created by | Brett Davis |
| Written by | Brett Davis Darren Mabee |
| Directed by | Edmond Hawkins |
| Starring | Brett Davis Darren Mabee |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of episodes | 165 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Brett Davis Chris Gethard J.D. Amato |
| Producer(s) | Brett Davis Darren Mabee Frank Flaherty Edmond Hawkins Joseph Nolfo Billy Nord Kate Sweeney Erica Getto John Ambrosio Russell Dolan Harris Mayersohn Cassie Grimaldi Jasno Swarez Nick Foligno |
| Running time | 60 minutes |
| Release | |
| Original network | Manhattan Neighborhood Network |
| Original release | February 18, 2015 – May 29, 2019 |
| External links | |
| Website | |
The show adopted the Wednesday night 11pm timeslot previously held by The Chris Gethard Show after it moved to cable.
Contributors
The show features a rotating cast of comedians in varying roles week to week, in character or as themselves.
Past contributors include Jo Firestone, Chris Gethard, John Early, Ana Fabrega, Julio Torres, Anna Drezen, Mary Houlihan, Joe Rumrill, Bridey Elliott, Conner O'Malley, Joe Pera, Lorelei Ramirez, Josh Gondelman, Colin Burgess, Dan Chamberlain, Cole Escola, James Adomian, Spike Einbinder, Nick Naney, Sunita Mani, Dan Licata, Steve Whalen ("Mr. Jokes"), Russell Dolan (“Mr. Jokes biggest fan”), and Nick “The electrician”.
Guests
Past interview guests include Gilbert Gottfried, Michael Shannon, Rose McGowan, Janeane Garofalo, Richard Kind, Artie Lange, Brian Stack, Dave Hill, Danny Tamberelli, Meredith Graves, Lita, Jake Fogelnest, New Jack, Tom Scharpling, Adam Richman, Dasha Nekrasova, Karley Sciortino, Dave Meltzer, Jean Grae, Scott Rogowsky, Trivago spokesman Tim Williams, Dalton Castle, Chapo Trap House, Logan Miller, Kevin Corrigan, Lloyd Kaufman, Jesse Camp and Marnie the Dog.[3]
Musical guests have included Jerry Paper, The Thermals, Screaming Females, Emily Wells, Sunflower Bean, Mr Twin Sister, Guerilla Toss, M Lamar, Lushlife, Tredici Bacci, Dougie Poole, Ava Luna, Jazzboy, Long Neck, The Vandelles, Showtime Goma, Domino Kirke, SAVAK, A Place To Bury Strangers and more.
References
- "On The Verge: Brett Davis | Vulture | United States". Vulture. Retrieved 2018-03-22.
- "'The Special Without Brett Davis' Is the Best Punk Rock Comedy Show on Public Access TV | NOISEY". NOISEY. Retrieved 2016-06-17.
- "The Special Episode Guide | The Special Without Brett Davis | United States". brettdavis.RIP. Retrieved 2018-03-22.