At Century Artists Group, we don’t just represent talent-we cultivate enduring legacies.
CAG is actively seeking fresh, emerging talent and will be conducting interviews in Nashville in the spring of 2025. Comedians and actors looking to break into the industry or elevate their careers are encouraged to reach out. With a focus on personalized artist development, management, and opportunities in stage, film, and television, CAG is dedicated to helping the next wave of performers reach their full potential.
Talent Alone sets the stage, but it’s vision, dedication and courage that turn potential into greatness. The world doesn’t just need talented people-it needs those bold enough to redefine what’s possible.”
Our founder, Michael Parise.
Michael “Wheels” Parise, the legendary comedian and original member of The Bad Boys of Comedy alongside Andrew Dice Clay, has arrived in Nashville with big plans. Parise is launching Century Artists Group, a talent development and management company dedicated to nurturing the next generation of comedians and actors. Based in Nashville, Century Artists Group aims to be a premier launching pad for careers in stand-up, film, and television, focusing on discovering and cultivating talent for the entertainment industry.
Century Artists Group (CAG) is set to become a driving force for comedians and actors, serving as a dynamic launching pad into the mainstream entertainment industry. In addition to talent management, CAG will offer comprehensive services including comedy workshops, podcast production, and the development of fresh, new talent. With its innovative approach and commitment to nurturing artists, CAG is poised to reshape the comedy and acting landscape from its home base in Nashville.
Michael Parise, known in the industry as “Wheels,” has been a comedian and actor for over 36 years, captivating audiences across the country and around the world. Throughout his career, he has headlined top comedy clubs and theaters, and even held his own residency in Las Vegas. With decades of experience and a deep passion for the craft, Parise now brings his expertise to Nashville with Century Artists Group, aiming to mentor and elevate the next generation of comedians and actors.
Century Artists Group (CAG) is actively seeking fresh, emerging talent and will be conducting interviews in Nashville in the spring of 2025. Comedians and actors looking to break into the industry or elevate their careers are encouraged to apply. With a focus on personalized artist development, management, and opportunities in stage, film, and television, CAG is dedicated to helping the next wave of performers reach their full potential.
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He is the executive producer of Showtime’s Funny Women of a Certain Age, featuring comedians like Fran Drescher, Teri Hatcher, Luenell, and Caroline Rhea. He also created and produced six seasons of Gotham Comedy Live for AXS TV.
Currently, Dave is producing a feature documentary on country music legend Whisperin’ Bill Anderson, featuring stars like Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, and Carrie Underwood.
His past work includes FLIPPED: A Mobster Tells All for Discovery Channel, 10 Great Reasons for Fuse, Under Fire for TruTV, and numerous pilots for TLC, Lifetime, and Oxygen.
Killer Bunny has created hit digital and branded content including Tip Cup, Cube Fabulous, World Office Sports, and campaigns for GE, Hasbro, Yahoo, and Sprite.
In 2021, the company launched Killer’s Vault, a podcast hosted by Elisabeth Rohm and featuring Eric Roberts, exploring rare materials from the world’s most notorious serial killers.
Dave also develops scripted projects based on true crime books by Robert Cea, optioned by Bruckheimer Television and A24.
Before Killer Bunny, Dave was VP and Creative Director at CameraPlanet, producing for MTV, VH1, A&E, CNN, CBS, and others. He co-produced the award-winning 9/11 documentary 7 Days in September.
He has been featured in The New York Times, Hollywood Reporter, and The New York Observer, and lectures at Columbia, NYU, Skidmore, and Real Screen Summit on television production and development
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