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Routledge Women and Comedy in Solo Performance Book

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Explore the evolution of female comedy through this academic study from Routledge. This work examines the dramatic changes in American women's comedy performance between 1955 and 1995. By analyzing the historical arc of solo performances, the text tracks how comedy styles shifted across four decades of American culture. The study provides a deep look at the standup comedy of Phyllis Diller and Roseanne, alongside the character-driven comedy of Lily Tomlin. Readers can trace the transition from the traditional vaudevillian standup style seen in the 1950s through the 1970s to the more satiric comedy styles that emerged in the 1960s, 1980s, and 1990s. This book is a valuable resource for those studying American popular history, performing arts, and the cultural impact of female comedians.

Key Features

Analyzes the historical changes in American women's comedy performance from 1955 to 1995.

Provides a detailed study of the standup comedy styles used by Phyllis Diller and Roseanne.

Examines the specific character comedy techniques utilized by Lily Tomlin.

Traces the evolution from traditional vaudevillian standup to modern satiric comedy.

Offers insights into American popular history and culture through the lens of performing arts.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
08 April 2004
Listed Since
13 December 2006

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