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The Evolution of Stand-Up Comedy: From Vaudeville to Netflix Specials
The Evolution of Stand-Up Comedy takes readers on a laugh-filled journey through the history of one of the world’s most beloved art forms. From its roots in vaudeville halls and smoky nightclubs to the rise of comedy legends like Richard Pryor and Joan Rivers, this book charts the rebellious, boundary-pushing spirit that turned jokes into cultural commentary. Through the decades, stand-up has mirrored society—challenging norms, confronting taboos, and finding humor in the everyday.
This book explores how stand-up evolved alongside shifts in politics, technology, and identity. From underground open mics to global Netflix specials, The Evolution of Stand-Up Comedy reveals how a lone voice and a microphone can spark laughter, start revolutions, and capture the spirit of a generation. Whether you're a comedy fan or a curious reader, this is your front-row ticket to the story of how stand-up found its voice—and never stopped talking.
This book explores how stand-up evolved alongside shifts in politics, technology, and identity. From underground open mics to global Netflix specials, The Evolution of Stand-Up Comedy reveals how a lone voice and a microphone can spark laughter, start revolutions, and capture the spirit of a generation. Whether you're a comedy fan or a curious reader, this is your front-row ticket to the story of how stand-up found its voice—and never stopped talking.
91 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 10, 2025
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February 8, 2026
No esperaba mucho y me dió un universo de información que me hizo interesarme aún más por la evolución de la comedia. Leer este libro me llevó a conocer sus orígenes y viajar capitulo a capitulo por cada etapa que ha formado lo que hoy conocemos como standup comedy. Sin lugar a dudas será para mí un libro referencia de consulta y el primero sobre este tema que ahora me mantiene apasionada e inspirada. Es ligero y con anécdotas increíbles. Lo recomiendo ampliamente tanto si consumen comedia, crean comedia o les gusta leer. Un libro que desde mi punto de vista no tiene desperdicio ni datos vacíos además se lee bastante rápido.
Verdaderamente al final me quedé con ganas de más. Si lo leen me cuentan que les pareció.
Verdaderamente al final me quedé con ganas de más. Si lo leen me cuentan que les pareció.
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