'SNL' characters from '90s party on with panache May 4, 2007
"Wayne's World": Wayne (Mike Myers) and Garth (Dana Carvey) ruled public access TV. ... the Chris-co Kid: Besides Rock and Rob Schneider (aka the annoying office guy who made plays on other people's names), comic superstars whose '90s "SNL" work is showcased here include Mike Myers, Adam Sandler, Dana Carvey, Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, David Spade, Chris Farley and Molly Shannon ... The Art of impressionism: See political impersonators so good, Dana Carvey managed to play both George H.W. Bush and... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Giddy Over Conan May 3, 2007
Guest Dana Carvey, who lives in Marin and has been a longtime friend of O'Brien's, also noted that it was hard to simply have a conversation and not play to the enthusiasm of the fans. He fed the frenzy by noting the differences between New York, where "Late Night" is filmed (in front of "crickets" according to Carvey) and lovely San Francisco (where, among other things, we have a better looking mayor), which is just the kind of hometown pride that amps up an already electric audience. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Weinberg Shares How He Met Conan O'Brien May 2, 2007
Monday night's guests included Dana Carvey and the band Arctic Monkeys. Other guests that are scheduled to appear this week include George Lucas and Robin Williams. (NBC 11, CA)
Prime-time duels, big cliffhangers, emotional exits mark May sweeps May 1, 2007
Hans and Franz, Wayne and Garth and slapstick schoolgirl Mary Katherine Gallagher are just part of the fun in a two-hour behind the scenes documentary featuring Dana Carvey, Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Chris Rock and more. The 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards (7 p.m. May 15, CBS). (The Clarion-Ledger)
ON TV: Talk shows are killing conversation May 1, 2007
But Maher has the almost-uncanny inflection of Carson when he's telling a joke, and he laughs sometimes to placate guests (as in the manic, disruptive appearance April 13 by Dana Carvey). On "Colbert" the guest must hear the host's bone-dry satire, translate it and come up with a response on the fly. (Los Angeles Times)
TV networks pull out the stops for sweeps Apr 26, 2007
This one features interviews with Will Ferrell, Chris Rock, Mike Myers, Tina Fey and Dana Carvey. "The 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards" 8 p.m. May 15, CBS Reba hosts, Kelly (Clarkson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Billy Crystal to headline Colonials Weekend Apr 19, 2007
Jon Stewart came last year, and acts from recent years include comedians Whoopi Goldberg and Dana Carvey, and the Boston Pops orchestra. Page 1 of 1. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Miller leads a pack of hosts pining for a fan base that's young, smart, sassy and male Apr 1, 2007
Last week's premiere episode featured Republican presidential candidate Rudy Giuliani and comedian Dana Carvey. Carvey will be a semi-regular guest, bringing his cast of political character impressions to the mix. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stay in your seat . . . Mar 23, 2007
" She has performed in comedy clubs such as The Punchline, the Improv, The Comedy Store, Comedy Underground and The Icehouse in cities up and down the West Coast. She was a semi-finalist at a San Francisco International Comedy Competition, no mean feat when you're up against comics the likes of Dana Carvey and Don Friesen. Jackson also appeared in the 1997 film "Some Prefer Cake," a fast-paced comedy about food, love and relationships in San Francisco. Show opener Edwards was born and raised in... (Mail Tribune, OR)
Nealon graduates from 'SNL' to 'Weeds' Feb 1, 2007
"Saturday Night Live" alum Kevin Nealon once strutted around in a heavily padded sweat suit, threatening (along with Dana Carvey) to "pump you up.". These days, TV audiences recognize Nealon more for portraying a guy who'd rather lift a bong than dumbbells. (The Standard-Times, MA)
TV shows get a second chance on DVD Jan 28, 2007
So how do you explain the recent release of "Blue Thunder," a barely remembered 1984 drama about a police helicopter team that costarred a young Dana Carvey. It was well before his "SNL" heyday and lasted just 11 episodes. (Boston Globe -- Living)
A Very Exclusive Fraternity Mourns A Member Jan 3, 2007
" "I remember that lesson well, since being able to laugh at yourself is essential in public life," Bush said Tuesday in his eulogy for Ford. "I'd tell you more about that, but as Dana Carvey would say: 'Not gonna do it. Wouldn't be prudent. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)