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The arts save lives.
Matthew Brady - wrote on 11/11/2026
Comedy can be the most potent therapy for human suffering. No matter how tough life gets, it will always be funny. Comedians and comedic performers understand this deeply: despite life's struggles, the ability to make others laugh during dark times is a special gift for both the audience and the performer. There's nothing else like it.
'Is This Thing On?' explores that journey. It follows Alex (Will Arnett), who initially had no interest in comedy but starts doing stand-up as he faces a divorce and a midlife crisis. One night, wandering the streets, unsure of what he's doing, he enters a comedy club. Only comedians performing on stage can get in free; everyone else must pay. He signs up to perform and takes the stage, sharing his struggles with the crowd, who laugh a little. By the …
