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The Funny History of American Comedy
Enjoy a humorous analysis of the last century of American comedy in this unusual presentation.
What is funny? Who makes us laugh?
How has comedy influenced our history? Take a madcap look at the greats from vaudeville, radio, movies, theater, TV and stand-up and examine the tears behind the laughter of these brilliant artists. Discover how comedians have reflected, shaped and changed our culture over the last 100 years as they practiced the art of being funny.
