Shaq’s ‘All Star Comedy Jam Debuts on Showtime Dec. 5th

Codeblack Entertainment CEO Jeff Clanagan announced today that “Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam” will premiere on Showtime Saturday, Dec. 5th at 11pm. The all-star comedy line-up includes host D.L. Hughley and featured comics Earthquake, Lavell Crawford, Melanie Comarcho, and Arnez J. Directed by Leslie Small, this unforgettable night of comedy was filmed in front of a live audience at South Beach’s prestigious Jackie Gleason Theater during the American Black Film Festival.

“All Star Comedy Jam” is a Showtime series of specials, produced by Codeblack Entertainment and executive produced by Shaquille O’Neal, that features some of today’s hottest urban comics. The first installment, shot in Phoenix the night before the 2009 NBA All-Star Game with hosts Shaquille O’Neal and headliner Cedric “The Entertainer,” aired on Showtime in June 2009 with a corresponding DVD release in September.

“We have been thrilled with the success of the first All Star Comedy Jam and are pleased to announce the next installment of the special,” said Clanagan. “This franchise is committed to showcasing the legends of the comedy business while giving an opportunity for up-and-coming comedians to shine.”

The DVD of “Shaquille O’Neal Presents: All Star Comedy Jam” will be available on February 2, 2010 at all major retailers and on-line at http://www.codeblack.com/. A third installment of the franchise will be filmed at the 2010 NBA All-Star Game in Dallas with an airdate later in the year.

Pictured: Shaquille O’Neil addresses the media at a press conference for his new reality TV series ‘Shaq Vs’ at the Rusty Scupper Restuarant on Saturday, August 22, 2009 in Baltimore, Maryland. O’Neil is challenging Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps to a swimming competition. (Photo by Jay Westcott/Getty Images)