2007 ECNY AWARDS WINNERS ANNOUNCED
New York, Jan. 29, 2008 - The ECNY Awards, New York's original comedy awards, celebrated the absolute best in New York comedy during a standing room only reception at Comix. Through rapturous applause and laughter, sixteen awards were presented to the most hilarious and hard-working comedians in New York City today. This was followed by those same comedians getting totally wasted at an after-party that ran well into the next morning.
"We couldn't be more proud of the winners," said ECNY producer Alex Goldberg. "Over 5000 people voted online, coupled with our industry committee votes, making sure this was the fairest ECNYs ever. These winners truly represent the best New York, and the world, has to offer. Also, the show ran just a little over two hours. Take that, Oscars!"
The winners are:
Best Director
Kurt Braunohler (Penelope: Princess of Pets, Big Black Ballet, Police Procedures)
Best Improv Group:
I Eat Pandas
Best One Person Show:
Nick Kroll (Fabrice Fabrice)
Best Sketch Comedy Group:
Harvard Sailing Team
Outstanding Achievement in Postcard or Flyer Design:
Keith Huang & Matt Johnson (The Apple Sisters)
Best Technician:
Pat Baer
Best Short Comedic Film
"Minesweeper" (Elephant Larry)
Best Web Site: Original Comedic Content
The Onion News Network
Best Web Site: News or Commentary
The Apiary (Nate)
Best Host(s):
Eugene Mirman and Michael Showalter (Tearing the Veil of Maya @ Union Hall)
Best Variety Show:
The Greg Johnson and Larry Murphy Show
Emerging Comic Award
Joe Mande
Best Musical Comedy Act:
The Apple Sisters
Best Male Stand Up Comedian:
John Mulaney
Best Female Stand Up Comedian:
Kristen Schaal
In addition to the announced awards, the first ever ECNY Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Eddie Brill. Eddie has been a consistent, and positive force in the New York comedy scene, starting out his career performing at every club in the city, and now working as the Talent Coordinator for David Letterman. His influence continues to be felt throughout the comedy scene, helping younger comics reach their potential, and remaining one of the most respected comedians working here and abroad.
The awards were hosted by Jon Friedman, with awards presented by past winners Heather Lawless, Sara Schaefer, Timmy Williams, Sam Brown & Trevor Moore, and Jessica Delfino. They were joined by Andrew W.K., Andres DuBouchet, Bobby Tisdale, Stuckey & Murray, Brooke Van Poppelen, and Joselyn Hughes.
There were performances throughout the night by all of the musical nominees: Adira Amram, The Apple Sisters, Cracked Out, God's Pottery, and Reggie Watts.
The ECNY Awards are produced by Jon Friedman (The Rejection Show), Alex Goldberg (Fearsome), Carol Hartsell (Drink at Work), Nate (The Apiary), and Alexander Zalben (SketchFest NYC).
A full wrap-up, including video excerpts and photos, will be available in the next few weeks. The ECNY Awards will return for their five year anniversary in January of 2009.
Past ECNY Awards winners can be found on the History page.