The history of sketch comedy : a journey through the art and craft of humor / Keegan-Michael Key & Elle Key.
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TextPublisher: San Francisco : Chronicle Books, [2023]Copyright date: ©2023Description: 300 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781797216836
- 179721683X
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
From the beginning of time, there have been many important questions that have perplexed the human race, such as: Why are we here? What is the meaning of life?and Who's on first? Two of these questions might be above their pay grade, but the last one, Elle Key and Keegan-Michael Key both actually know a thing or two about. Expanding on their Webby-Award-winning podcast, The History of Sketch Comedy is their engaging literary debut. The Keys take you on an illuminating journey through all facets of comedy, from the stock characters of commedia dell'arte in the sixteenth century, the rise of vaudeville and burlesque, and the golden age of television--to the ascension of comedy films and TV specials and even a look at the future of sketch on social media platforms. Part memoir, part masterclass, and hilariously embellished with priceless commentary, The History of Sketch Comedy highlights the essential building blocks of sketch comedy while interweaving Keegan's personal career journey and the influence of his comedy heroes. With original exclusive essays compiled from conversations with influential performers, sketch writers, and uber comedy fans including Mel Brooks, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Carol Burnett, Jim Carrey, Jordan Peele, and many more; this book is as entertaining as it is enlightening--a must read for fans of comedy and all who aspire to comic greatness. of his comedy heroes. With original exclusive essays compiled from conversations with influential performers, sketch writers, and uber comedy fans including Mel Brooks, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Carol Burnett, Jim Carrey, Jordan Peele, and many more; this book is as entertaining as it is enlightening--a must read for fans of comedy and all who aspire to comic greatness.of his comedy heroes. With original exclusive essays compiled from conversations with influential performers, sketch writers, and uber comedy fans including Mel Brooks, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Carol Burnett, Jim Carrey, Jordan Peele, and many more; this book is as entertaining as it is enlightening--a must read for fans of comedy and all who aspire to comic greatness.of his comedy heroes. With original exclusive essays compiled from conversations with influential performers, sketch writers, and uber comedy fans including Mel Brooks, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Carol Burnett, Jim Carrey, Jordan Peele, and many more; this book is as entertaining as it is enlightening--a must read for fans of comedy and all who aspire to comic greatness.
Includes index.
"The History of Sketch Comedy will appeal to all kinds of comedy fans as well as fans of Keegan-Michael Key. With epic personal tangents and hilarious asides, their story takes you on an illuminating look at all facets of comedy from the stock characters of commedia del arte in the 16th century, to the rise of vaudeville and burlesque, the golden age of television comedy, the influence of the most well-known comedy schools, and ascension of comedy films and TV specials--all the way through to a look at the future of sketch on social media platforms. Part masterclass, part memoir, and hilariously embellished with priceless commentary, The History of Sketch Comedy illuminates the essential building blocks of sketch comedy while interweaving Key's experiences of personal discovery and influence of his comedy heroes. The text is complemented by original art by Elle Key and exclusive essays compiled from conversations with some of their famous comedy friends and performers who have influenced the development of comedy, such as Jordan Peele, Mel Brooks, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Carol Burnett, Jim Carrey, and more"-- Provided by publisher.
The earth cooled and then the dinosaurs came -- I'm gonna get medieval on ya' -- Variety is the spice of life -- A face for radio -- That's entertainment -- The British are coming, the British are coming! -- The me generation -- The tools and schools of fools -- Sketch goes to the movies -- The best time to plant a tree.