All ya gotta do is get these two Philly guys in front of a camera - and let the show begin.
Check out this screen test of Craig & Tony the COMEDY KITCHEN Hosts natural shenanigans. This was the genesis for this series.
Can Funny be taught? Can anyone cook?
COMEDY KITCHEN ~ SERVING UP LAUGHS
Veteran Stand-Up Comic Craig Shoemaker and his Philly brother-from-another-mother, the legendary Restaurateur Tony Luke Jr...have a running argument...
Craig says he can make a Chef Funny and Tony says he can teach a comic to cook.
Well the oven-mitts come off when Celebrity Chefs take the stage, and Celebrity Comics sharpen the knives.
And at the end of this hilarious Dinner & Show... someone will win the night.
Craig says he can make a Chef Funny and Tony says he can teach a comic to cook.
Well the oven-mitts come off when Celebrity Chefs take the stage, and Celebrity Comics sharpen the knives.
And at the end of this hilarious Dinner & Show... someone will win the night.
Featuring the Stunning Wines and Backdrop
of Napa's #1 Winery
DAVIS ESTATES
of Napa's #1 Winery
DAVIS ESTATES
Hilarious Chemistry
COMICS STANDING THE HEAT IN THE KITCHEN...
BOBBY SLAYTON
“The Pitbull of Comedy”, Bobby has been performing his own intense style of stand-up comedy for over 30 years, becoming one of the best known, respected, and energetic comics working today.
ELAYNE BOOSLER
Comedian, writer, and animal activist Elayne Boosler started doing comedy in New York City in 1973, and has been on everything you have ever seen. So if you say to her, “Didn’t I see you on..??” Yes. Yes, you did.
BILL BELLAMY
American actor and stand-up comedian. Bellamy first gained national notoriety on HBO's Russell Simmons' Def Comedy Jam. Fun Fact: Bill is credited for creating or coining the phrase "booty call"
JOHN HENSON
Henson began his professional career as a stand-up comedian, before critical acclaim as host, writer and co-executive producer of E! Talk Soup. John then tried to make soup on Food Network's "Worst Cooks In America"
CHEFS BRAVING THE STAGE
CHEF GINA NEELY
Not only can she whip up incredible dishes, but Gina is known for her wicked sharp and funny improvisational commentary in the kitchen. Moving this pistol to the stage is totally a no-brainer
CHEF KEITH BREEDLOVE
Culinerdy Extraordinaire, Keith was born with a passion for creating special dishes. He's been featured on Bar Rescue, Cutthroat Kitchen, Guys Grocery Games, Man vs. Child etc. etc. and is just a damn fine dude.
CHEF TODD STEIN
Iconic Chicago Chef Todd Stein of The Bristol, and The Florentine battled Bobby Flay on Iron Chef but lets hope that easy smile and warm personality translates to Battle Laughter on our stage.
CHEF JOEY CIOLLI
Grimaldi's Pizzeria defines NY Style pie and Joey grew up in the family business. "The Brooklyn pizzeria is the inspiration for all of our other locations," says Joey. Let's just hope he doesn't react like Joe Pesci... "I amuse you?!"
Comics and Chefs shall appear in 2 Episodes:
• Sitting as Judges in one episode.
• As Contestants in the next one.
So what's the harder challenge? The TV audience won't know if a dish tastes good but they WILL know if a joke bombs!
The Comedy set-up awaits in their cocky judging, only to be told by Craig, "Oh really?! Lets see just how well YOU can do it."
Which drives viewers to our next episode... of Comedy Kitchen
• Sitting as Judges in one episode.
• As Contestants in the next one.
So what's the harder challenge? The TV audience won't know if a dish tastes good but they WILL know if a joke bombs!
The Comedy set-up awaits in their cocky judging, only to be told by Craig, "Oh really?! Lets see just how well YOU can do it."
Which drives viewers to our next episode... of Comedy Kitchen
"Tell 'em what they're playing for Don Pardo!"
Cut To: Craig Shoemaker finger-poking Tony Jr. in the chest, "I bet you my WATCH my Chef beats your Comic!"
Winner of the Night gets bragging rights, and a gorgeous new REACTOR watch of their choice.
Plus... and more importantly... a $10,000 donation to their Charity of choice.
At the beginning of the challenge Chef and Comic get to answer (i.e.) "Today I'm competing for "No Kid Hungry" (etc.)
And the winner gets a $10,000 check donated in their name.
Winner of the Night gets bragging rights, and a gorgeous new REACTOR watch of their choice.
Plus... and more importantly... a $10,000 donation to their Charity of choice.
At the beginning of the challenge Chef and Comic get to answer (i.e.) "Today I'm competing for "No Kid Hungry" (etc.)
And the winner gets a $10,000 check donated in their name.
SOCIAL MEDIA BONANZA
From the first 4 Episodes, we get...
• 8 Foodie Clips cut for Social Media
The Challenge Set-Up which ends as a cliff-hanger... for Part 2 the Tasting. The Verdict?...is also left as a cliff-hanger to force viewers to come to our Social Media and/or Broadcast full episode to learn the results.
• 8 Comedy Clips for Social Media
The Challenge Set-Up which ends as a cliff-hanger.... and Part 2 the LIVE Stand-Up routine. The Verdict?...is again left as a cliff-hanger to drive viewers to our distribution channels.
Show Sizzle & 5 Instagram Episode Teasers
All for our Guest Celebrity Chefs and Comics to blast on their own Social Media
ALSO - ON SET FREEDOM TO IG TWEET AND FB STORY LIVE SHAMELESSLY!
• 8 Foodie Clips cut for Social Media
The Challenge Set-Up which ends as a cliff-hanger... for Part 2 the Tasting. The Verdict?...is also left as a cliff-hanger to force viewers to come to our Social Media and/or Broadcast full episode to learn the results.
• 8 Comedy Clips for Social Media
The Challenge Set-Up which ends as a cliff-hanger.... and Part 2 the LIVE Stand-Up routine. The Verdict?...is again left as a cliff-hanger to drive viewers to our distribution channels.
Show Sizzle & 5 Instagram Episode Teasers
All for our Guest Celebrity Chefs and Comics to blast on their own Social Media
ALSO - ON SET FREEDOM TO IG TWEET AND FB STORY LIVE SHAMELESSLY!
"COMEDY KITCHEN" is being incubated upon JLTV
But is fully owned by the Producers to court bigger network avenues.
JLTV Coverage Represents...
But is fully owned by the Producers to court bigger network avenues.
JLTV Coverage Represents...
• 55 Million Households: All major carriers; Direct TV, Dish, Warner, Cox etc.
• 4 PRIMETIME HALF-HOUR Airings, kicking-off of their Fall Schedule, on Thursday or Friday September 19th or 20th (pending)
• 2 Additional Re-Runs per each Episode
• 3 Minutes of Commercial Advertising Slots - given to in-show sponsors
• 25 Total On-Air JLTV Promos the week prior, and during the broadcast schedule to promote the new series. Including Sponsor Product Placement
• 25 JLTV Social Media Posts during the same time frame to guarantee visibility of the series for Sponsorships.
* OPTION to CONTINUE SERIES run for up to 6 months, i.e. 13 Episodes of Fully Funded Series+Re-Run Flight for total of 26 weeks.
• 4 PRIMETIME HALF-HOUR Airings, kicking-off of their Fall Schedule, on Thursday or Friday September 19th or 20th (pending)
• 2 Additional Re-Runs per each Episode
• 3 Minutes of Commercial Advertising Slots - given to in-show sponsors
• 25 Total On-Air JLTV Promos the week prior, and during the broadcast schedule to promote the new series. Including Sponsor Product Placement
• 25 JLTV Social Media Posts during the same time frame to guarantee visibility of the series for Sponsorships.
* OPTION to CONTINUE SERIES run for up to 6 months, i.e. 13 Episodes of Fully Funded Series+Re-Run Flight for total of 26 weeks.
With Director & Culinary Producer
Food Network "All Star Academy" Finalist
CHEF LEE ABBOTT
Food Network "All Star Academy" Finalist
CHEF LEE ABBOTT
Production Company
Endorphin Films and Executive Producer Lee Abbott have produced everything from the Red Carpet at the Oscars to 3 Million Views of their recipe videos on Social Media.
Enjoy this Amuse Bouche ~ Cheers
Enjoy this Amuse Bouche ~ Cheers
