Comic Matteo Lane Scores Hulu Comedy Special

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As a seasoned gamer who’s always on the lookout for fresh, diverse comedy content, I couldn’t be more excited about Matteo Lane joining Hulu’s comedy lineup! This guy’s got an impressive resume, from his “Can’t Stop Talking Tour” to his past specials and on-screen appearances. But what really caught my attention is his unique blend of stand-up, musical prowess, and artistic versatility.

Hulu has added Matteo Lane to its comedy lineup.

Lane is all set to record his stand-up performance on October 24 at the Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica. The exact release date for this show is yet to be announced, but it will soon be added to a lineup that already features Jim Gaffigan, Bill Burr, Ilana Glazer, Roy Wood Jr., Atsuko Okatsuka, Jessica Kirson and Chris Distefano.

Lane expressed his excitement about joining the Disney Hulu team, saying he felt like this was as close as he’d come to being the fifth Golden Girl, with a touch of humor in his words.

So far, Lane has shared his humor through his “Can’t Stop Talking Tour,” which began this past summer, as well as his previous specials, “Hair Plugs & Heartache” and “The Advice Special.” His performances frequently touch upon his life as a gay man and offer humorous perspectives on everyday situations. In the world of screen entertainment, he has been featured in productions like Netflix’s “Survival of the Thickest” and the Amazon film titled “Upgraded.

According to his profile, Lane is proficient in five languages and has a vocal range spanning six octaves. Prior to embarking on his comedy journey, he resided in Italy where he worked as both an oil painter and opera singer with classical training. Over the years, he’s become recognized for his distinctive mix of stand-up comedy, impressive musical abilities, and artistic adaptability, as stated in a Hulu press announcement.

For the streamer, this is the latest push as it looks to muscle into the crowded standup market, which has resulted in competing standup brands and frequent bidding wars. Next month, Hulu, which has been willing to shell out as much as eight figures for the right comic, will begin rolling out its monthly curation of specials, which it’s billing its “Hularious” brand.

Hulu emphasizes providing high-quality content rather than an overwhelming amount, setting it apart from Netflix, the dominant force in standup comedy that puts out new specials every week. In its quest to establish itself as a go-to spot for comedy, Hulu will not only produce original specials but also amass a library of licensed shows, featuring both classic and contemporary releases.

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2024-10-15 20:26