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Business Insider
20 hours ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Deutsche Bank Reaffirms Their Buy Rating on Hollywood Bowl (BOWL)
Deutsche Bank analyst Tim Barrett maintained a Buy rating on Hollywood Bowl (BOWL – Research Report) today and set a price target of £3.76. The company's shares closed yesterday at p265.00. Confident Investing Starts Here: Barrett covers the Consumer Cyclical sector, focusing on stocks such as J D Wetherspoon, Fuller Smith & Turner, and Hollywood Bowl. According to TipRanks, Barrett has an average return of -3.4% and a 41.67% success rate on recommended stocks. Currently, the analyst consensus on Hollywood Bowl is a Strong Buy with an average price target of p425.00, representing a 60.38% upside. In a report released yesterday, RBC Capital also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a p410.00 price target. The company has a one-year high of p349.00 and a one-year low of p235.44. Currently, Hollywood Bowl has an average volume of 902K. Based on the recent corporate insider activity of 30 insiders, corporate insider sentiment is positive on the stock. This means that over the past quarter there has been an increase of insiders buying their shares of BOWL in relation to earlier this year.
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Ricky Gervais breaks records, reflects on free speech and launches comedy contest
Ricky Gervais performs on stage during his Mortality tour, following his record-setting Armageddon show at the Hollywood Bowl Ricky Gervais brings his new stand-up show Mortality to the Hollywood Bowl, continuing his long-standing tradition of using dark comedy to explore difficult topics. Known for mixing satire, brutal honesty, and humor about aging and death, Gervais previously broke a Guinness World Record at the venue in 2023 with his Armageddon tour. The current show continues this trajectory, leaning into his signature comedic style that provokes thought and laughter in equal measure. The Mortality tour incorporates commentary on life's final chapter, framed in a comedic format designed to engage audiences intellectually and emotionally. Gervais describes his approach as a 'magic trick,' built on formulaic misdirection that allows controversial topics to be explored through humor. The tour highlights his continued appeal among audiences willing to engage with challenging material delivered through carefully crafted jokes. Also read: Peacock's The Office Follow-Up Series: What we know about cast, plot and production team Gervais was recently honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cementing his place in entertainment history. The recognition follows a career that includes acclaimed TV shows, international stand-up tours, and high-profile awards hosting gigs. Gervais, known for criticizing celebrity culture while working within it, acknowledged the irony of the recognition. He reflected on how being immortalized in Hollywood contrasts with his own minimalist lifestyle and desire to return home early. The ceremony was scheduled for the day before his Hollywood Bowl appearance, allowing him to optimize his time in Los Angeles and return home promptly, which he described as a personal priority. In addition to his tour and recent accolades, Gervais is promoting the Spirit of Comedy competition, a UK-based contest designed to spotlight emerging stand-up comedians. Sponsored by Dutch Barn Vodka, a brand Gervais co-owns, the contest offers the winner a chance to open for him at London's OVO Arena Wembley. Also read: Was it all joke? How stand-up comedy helped reelect TrumpThe collaboration with Dutch Barn Vodka stems from Gervais's interest in the company's ethical practices, including sustainability, vegan production, and fair labor. He emphasized that the initiative aligns with his personal values and allows him to give back to the comedy community. Gervais noted the contest's potential to support new talent while offering creative fulfillment on his part. Gervais continues to advocate for creative freedom in comedy, arguing that offense is often misattributed due to misunderstandings about the intended target of jokes. He stated that comedians are increasingly scrutinized for addressing taboo topics, but that satire remains essential for exploring societal norms. He distinguishes his work from political rhetoric by emphasizing that comedians create fiction to provoke laughter, not literal statements meant to harm. Gervais reiterated that audience members can choose to disengage rather than censor performers, framing comedy as an intellectual pursuit governed by structure and timing rather than ideology in an interview with The Los Angeles Times. Also read: Trump skips White House Correspondents' Dinner again; Watch journalist & celebs take over red carpet Gervais described the comedy process as mathematical, where structure and timing produce a reaction. He explained that the ability to provoke laughter, regardless of personal agreement with the punchline, is what defines a joke's success. For him, the only censorship should be personal choice, not imposed regulation.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ricky Gervais breaks records, reflects on free speech and launches comedy contest
Ricky Gervais returns to Hollywood Bowl with new tour Mortality Ricky Gervais brings his new stand-up show Mortality to the Hollywood Bowl, continuing his long-standing tradition of using dark comedy to explore difficult topics. Known for mixing satire, brutal honesty, and humor about aging and death, Gervais previously broke a Guinness World Record at the venue in 2023 with his Armageddon tour. The current show continues this trajectory, leaning into his signature comedic style that provokes thought and laughter in equal measure. The Mortality tour incorporates commentary on life's final chapter, framed in a comedic format designed to engage audiences intellectually and emotionally. Gervais describes his approach as a 'magic trick,' built on formulaic misdirection that allows controversial topics to be explored through humor. The tour highlights his continued appeal among audiences willing to engage with challenging material delivered through carefully crafted jokes. Also read: Peacock's The Office Follow-Up Series: What we know about cast, plot and production team Comedian receives Hollywood Walk of Fame star Gervais was recently honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cementing his place in entertainment history. The recognition follows a career that includes acclaimed TV shows, international stand-up tours, and high-profile awards hosting gigs. Gervais, known for criticizing celebrity culture while working within it, acknowledged the irony of the recognition. He reflected on how being immortalized in Hollywood contrasts with his own minimalist lifestyle and desire to return home early. The ceremony was scheduled for the day before his Hollywood Bowl appearance, allowing him to optimize his time in Los Angeles and return home promptly, which he described as a personal priority. Spirit of Comedy contest promotes emerging talent In addition to his tour and recent accolades, Gervais is promoting the Spirit of Comedy competition, a UK-based contest designed to spotlight emerging stand-up comedians. Sponsored by Dutch Barn Vodka, a brand Gervais co-owns, the contest offers the winner a chance to open for him at London's OVO Arena Wembley. Live Events Also read: Was it all joke? How stand-up comedy helped reelect Trump The collaboration with Dutch Barn Vodka stems from Gervais's interest in the company's ethical practices, including sustainability, vegan production, and fair labor. He emphasized that the initiative aligns with his personal values and allows him to give back to the comedy community. Gervais noted the contest's potential to support new talent while offering creative fulfillment on his part. Gervais defends free speech in comedy Gervais continues to advocate for creative freedom in comedy, arguing that offense is often misattributed due to misunderstandings about the intended target of jokes. He stated that comedians are increasingly scrutinized for addressing taboo topics, but that satire remains essential for exploring societal norms. He distinguishes his work from political rhetoric by emphasizing that comedians create fiction to provoke laughter, not literal statements meant to harm. Gervais reiterated that audience members can choose to disengage rather than censor performers, framing comedy as an intellectual pursuit governed by structure and timing rather than ideology in an interview with The Los Angeles Times. Also read: Trump skips White House Correspondents' Dinner again; Watch journalist & celebs take over red carpet Gervais described the comedy process as mathematical, where structure and timing produce a reaction. He explained that the ability to provoke laughter, regardless of personal agreement with the punchline, is what defines a joke's success. For him, the only censorship should be personal choice, not imposed regulation.
Canada Standard
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Canada Standard
Shawn Mendes to celebrate 10 years since his first album with On the Road Again tour
Washington [US], May 30 (ANI): Singer Shawn Mendes announced his upcoming On the Road Again Tour, set to celebrate 10 years since his debut album, Handwritten, later this year with dates in Europe and North America. 'I feel like time away has allowed me to come back and recognize and remember how unbelievably special it is to get to play live shows,' said Mendes in a statement about the tour. 'It's an honor and I'm just beyond grateful that you guys keep showing up after 10 years with so much love,' reported People. Kicking off August 2 at the Sunny Hill Festival in Pristina, Kosovo, the tour will make stops in cities including London, Amsterdam, Madrid, Munich, Boston, Toronto, New York, Chicago, Vancouver and San Francisco before wrapping October 17 at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. Mendes will be joined by opening acts MARO and Lubiana in Europe and Eddie Benjamin in North America. 'I came across MARO's music a few years ago and she immediately became one of my favorite artists,' he said. 'To be honest, I'm pretty beside myself that she'll be joining us,' according to People. He continued, 'Same with Lubiana, she blows me away and just embodies everything as an artist I stand behind. And finally this unbelievably talented, humble human being & my brother, Eddie, will be joining in North America.' The On the Road Again Tour comes after Mendes' latest album, Shawn, was released in November 2024, reported People. (ANI)
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shawn Mendes Announces 2025 'On The Road Again' Tour: How to Get Tickets
The post Shawn Mendes Announces 2025 'On The Road Again' Tour: How to Get Tickets appeared first on Consequence. Shawn Mendes is going 'On The Road Again' with newly announced North American and European tour dates in 2025, kicking off in the late summer and extending into fall. The pop star will head to Europe for a slate of headlining festival and arena shows starting August 5th. He'll then return to North America for eight concerts beginning September 25th. Read on for complete details about this tour, including ticket information, venue details, opening acts and everything you need to know. Buy Shawn Mendes Tickets Here The 'On The Road Again' tour is in support of his most recent project Shawn, which he also toured with last year during a series of intimate shows around the world. After kicking off on August 5th at Sunny Hill Festival in Pristina, Kosovo, the 'On The Road Again' tour will go through Europe before coming to North America. Starting on September 25th at TD Garden in Boston, Mendes will visit some iconic North American venues, including Forest Hills Stadium in New York, the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, and Budweiser Stage in Toronto. Buy Shawn Mendes Tickets Here 08/02 — Pristina, XK @ Sunny Hill Festival 08/05 — Kraków, PL @ TAURON Arena * ^ 08/07 — Budapest, HU @ Sziget Festival 08/09 — Skanderborg, DK @ Smukfest 08/12 — Cologne, DE @ LANXESS Arena * ^ 08/14 — St. Pölten, AT @ Frequency Festival 08/16 — London, UK @ The O2 * ^ 08/20 — Amsterdam, NL @ Ziggo Dome * ^ 08/22 — Zürich, CH @ Zürich Openair 08/26 — Madrid, ES @ Movistar Arena * ^ 08/28 — Lisbon, PT @ MEO Arena * ^ 08/31 — Munich, DE @ Superbloom Festival 09/25 — Boston, MA @ TD Garden ** 09/28 — Toronto, ON @ Budweiser Stage ** 10/01 — Montréal, CN @ Bell Centre ** 10/03 — New York, NY @ Forest Hills Stadium ** 10/08 — Chicago, IL @ Huntington Bank Pavilion ** 10/12 — Vancouver, CN @ Rogers Arena ** 10/14 — San Francisco, CA @ Frost Amphitheater ** 10/17 — Los Angeles, CA @ Hollywood Bowl ** * = w/ Maro ^ = w/ Lubiana ** = w/ Eddie Benjamin Tickets to Shawn Mendes' 2025 'On The Road Again' Tour will go on sale to the general public on June 6th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster. Fans can sign up for the artist pre-sale, which begins on June 4th at 10:00 a.m. local time, here. There will be other pre-sales ahead of the general sale, which you can check out below. Artist Pre-sale: June 4th at 10:00 a.m. local time Spotify Pre-sale: June 5th at 10:00 a.m. local time Live Nation Pre-sale: June 5th at 10:00 a.m. local time Venue Pre-sale: June 5th at 10:00 a.m. local time General On-sale: June 6th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster After tickets go on sale, fans can look for deals or get tickets to sold-out shows on StubHub. Note: If you're planning a trip to see Shawn Mendes, you can save 15% off travel and accommodations through Buy Shawn Mendes Tickets Here After taking a break from touring to take care of his mental health back in 2022, Mendes has returned to the stage with a bang, playing career-spanning hits to excited fans. Mendes will be playing cuts from his most recent album Shawn like 'Why Why Why' and 'Heart of Gold,' along with songs from the rest of his catalogue. In recent shows, he has also performed popular tracks like 'There's Nothin Holding Me Back,' 'Lost in Japan,' and 'Treat You Better.' 'I feel like time away has allowed me to come back and recognize and remember how unbelievably special it is to get to play live shows,' Mendes said in a statement. 'It's an honor and I'm just beyond grateful that you guys keep showing up after 10 years with so much love.' How much do tickets cost for Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' tour? Ticket prices have not yet been announced, but they will vary by venue and seating section. Check individual venue websites for specific pricing. Ticket prices may also fluctuate on the secondary market. Will there be VIP packages available for Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' tour? VIP packages have not yet been announced. Are there age restrictions for Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' concerts? Age restrictions vary by venue. Check with the specific venue for their policy regarding minors attending the concert. Will more dates be added to the Shawn Mendes' 'On The Road Again' tour? Currently, eight dates across North America have been announced. It's unknown if additional dates will be added. Who are the opening acts for the 'Sincerely, Tour'? The European leg of the tour will feature Maro and Lubiana as openers. In North America, Eddie Benjamin will open for Mendes. 'I came across Maro's music a few years ago and she immediately became one of my favorite artists,' Mendes said in a statement. 'To be honest, I'm pretty beside myself that she'll be joining us. Same with Lubiana, she blows me away and just embodies everything as an artist I stand behind. And finally this unbelievably talented, humble human being & my brother, Eddie, will be joining in North America.' How long is a typical Shawn Mendes concert? Historically, his concerts typically last about 1-1.5 hours, featuring approximately 18-20 songs spanning his entire catalog. How can I stay updated on tour information? Fans can sign up for artist pre-sale access and updates on Shawn Mendes' website or follow official social media channels. Popular Posts Billy Joel Diagnosed with Brain Disorder, Cancels All Upcoming Tour Dates Man Wearing Nazi T-Shirt Gets a Beatdown from Fans at Punk Rock Bowling Fest Freddie Mercury's Alleged Child Revealed in New Biography David Lynch's Personal Archive Going Up for Auction The 30 Best Action Movie Stars of All Time, Ranked Is The Who's Farewell Tour in Turmoil? Subscribe to Consequence's email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox.
