Comedy At The Edge
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Comedy At The Edge
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Author : Richard Zoglin
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2009-02-10
Comedy At The Edge written by Richard Zoglin and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-02-10 with Performing Arts categories.
Surveys the stand-up comedy of the 1970s, citing the contributions of celebrity comics, from George Carlin and Richard Pryor to Robin Williams and Andy Kaufman, in an account that also evaluates the roles played by such clubs as Catch a Rising Star, the Improv, and the Comedy Store.
Comedy At The Edge
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Author : Richard Zoglin
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2008-01-22
Comedy At The Edge written by Richard Zoglin and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-01-22 with Humor categories.
A lighthearted survey of stand-up comedy in the 1970s draws on meticulous interviews to cite the contributions of celebrity comics, from George Carlin and Richard Pryor to Robin Williams and Andy Kaufman, in an account that also evaluates the roles played by such comedy clubs as Catch a Rising Star, the Improv, and the Comedy Store.
Comedy S Edge
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Author : Shannon Eileen Hengen
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1999
Comedy S Edge written by Shannon Eileen Hengen and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1999 with Acting categories.
A Man Of Letters
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Author : Tim Firth
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1992
A Man Of Letters written by Tim Firth and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992 with categories.
Sketch Comedy
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Author : Nick Marx
language : en
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Release Date : 2019-11-01
Sketch Comedy written by Nick Marx and has been published by Indiana University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-11-01 with Performing Arts categories.
In Sketch Comedy: Identity, Reflexivity, and American Television, Nick Marx examines some of the genre's most memorable—and controversial—moments from the early days of television to the contemporary line-up. Through explorations of sketches from well-known shows such as Saturday Night Live, The State, Inside Amy Schumer, Key & Peele, and more, Marx argues that the genre has served as a battleground for the struggle between comedians who are pushing the limits of what is possible on television and network executives who are more mindful of the financial bottom line. Whether creating new catchphrases or transgressing cultural taboos, sketch comedies give voice to marginalized performers and audiences, providing comedians and viewers opportunities to test their own ideas about their place in society, while simultaneously echoing mainstream cultural trends. The result, Marx suggests, is a hilarious and flexible form of identity play unlike anything else in American popular culture and media.
Out On The Edge
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Author : Mike Player
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2008
Out On The Edge written by Mike Player and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
In clubs, at public events and on TV, more queer comedians are coming out and telling their stories - fighting the battle in the trenches of pop culture. How are they faring and where do they still need to go? This is a fun and illuminating trip behind the scenes with a selection of America's queer comics. Outspoken comedian Margaret Cho pens the book's introduction.
Jewish Comedy Stars
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Author : Norman H. Finkelstein
language : en
Publisher: Kar-Ben
Release Date : 2010-01-01
Jewish Comedy Stars written by Norman H. Finkelstein and has been published by Kar-Ben this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Portrayals of Jewish comedians and their impact on the American comedy scene.
Jewish Comedy Stars
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Author : Norman H. Finkelstein
language : en
Publisher: Kar-Ben Publishing ™
Release Date : 2014-01-01
Jewish Comedy Stars written by Norman H. Finkelstein and has been published by Kar-Ben Publishing ™ this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-01-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
From vaudeville to viral comedy on the web, here are more than 40 short biographies of Jewish comedians who heavily influenced the entertainment industry in the twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. Sorted chronologically into chapters like "On Stage," "On Air," "On Fire," and "Comedy 2.0," this book profiles Jewish comedians from George Jessel to Sarah Silverman.
Fame Ish
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Author : Mary Lynn Rajskub
language : en
Publisher: Abrams
Release Date : 2022-05-17
Fame Ish written by Mary Lynn Rajskub and has been published by Abrams this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-17 with Humor categories.
A debut collection of hilarious essays and endearing missteps on the road to becoming fame-ish—now in paperback! It’s not easy being kind of famous. Fortune. Younger men. Exclusive invites. Being mistaken for different actresses who are slightly prettier and more famous than you. It’s all part of the gig, and Mary Lynn Rajskub is a pro. Hilarious and self-deprecating, FAME-ISH is Mary Lynn Rajskub’s debut collection of riotously funny essays. Smart, satirical, and relatable, this book gives new meaning to the word icon as Mary Lynn navigates the entertainment world against the backdrop of her own quirky idiosyncrasies. She describes what it’s like to make out with Tom Cruise, be a waitress at Denny’s, and find your life’s purpose in 300 indecipherable, not-easy-steps—all in a day’s work. Mary Lynn is honest about her experiences with bisexuality, her college years as a slug, and the bright lights of stardom, ultimately giving the people what they want: an endearing, hilarious look at what it’s like to almost make a name for yourself in Hollywood.
Born Standing Up
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Author : Steve Martin
language : en
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Release Date : 2008-09-04
Born Standing Up written by Steve Martin and has been published by Simon and Schuster this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-09-04 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Steve Martin has been an international star for over thirty years. Here, for the first time, he looks back to the beginning of his career and charmingly evokes the young man he once was. Born in Texas but raised in California, Steve was seduced early by the comedy shows that played on the radio when the family travelled back and forth to visit relatives. When Disneyland opened just a couple of miles away from home, an enchanted Steve was given his first chance to learn magic and entertain an audience. He describes how he noted the reaction to each joke in a ledger - 'big laugh' or 'quiet' - and assiduously studied the acts of colleagues, stealing jokes when needed. With superb detail, Steve recreates the world of small, dark clubs and the fear and exhilaration of standing in the spotlight. While a philosophy student at UCLA, he worked hard at local clubs honing his comedy and slowly attracting a following until he was picked up to write for TV. From here on, Steve Martin became an acclaimed comedian, packing out venues nationwide. One night, however, he noticed empty seats and realised he had 'reached the top of the rollercoaster'. BORN STANDING UP is a funny and riveting chronicle of how Steve Martin became the comedy genius we now know and is also a fascinating portrait of an era.