Tonight is the first of two scheduled showcase auditions for proposed television variety series After Dark with Joe Piscopo , happening at , 7 p.m. Eight local comics will vie for a feature spot on the series, scheduled to begin filming January 11. Tonight's showcase is already sold out; the next show will be December 29, and advanced tickets are highly recommended. You can purchase those tickets . Tonight's line-up will feature Jim Flannigan, Michael Palascak, Prescott Tolk, Emily Galati, Joe Kilgallon, Michael Aaron, Joe Red , and Joe Kwaczala .

Show producer Fred Farris at Key Management has this to say regarding to the proposed television series: "There are major networks interested but there hasn't been a deal inked as of yet. If/when a network picks it up they will determine how many episodes will be put into production. There may be additional stand-up comedy audition showcase shows next year depending on what happens."

After Dark seeks to include artists from all genres of entertainment, including music, comedy, theatre, and film.

A short interview with Farris can be seen below.

-- Kristy Mangel