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A basic overview of stand up comedy writing, and a guide to help the reader find their voice and work toward comedy gold.

The fourth in a series of articles dealing with the business of stand-up comedy; this article discusses the different levels a comic will reach on his or her career path.

Read this interesting article and find out about George Carlin, the famous comedian, actor, and author!

The seventh in a series of articles discussing the development of a stand-up comedy career; this article discusses how to enjoy standup comedy as an art and to avoid over-emphasizing success and fame.

Third in a series on the history of stand-up comedy, this one deals with transition from the Borscht Belt joke-based comedians to the observational routines.

The State of Comedy compares the level of number of working comedy acts in generations past and finds the present generation lacking.

Stand-up comedy is an incredible art form, and stand-up comedians frequently record albums of their work--to varying degrees of success. Here are five comedy albums that no collector should be without.

Comedians with a Message about Life

My article/tribute to comedian George Carlin.

George Carlin was not afraid to break boundaries or make enemies, as long as he made you laugh and made you think.

George Carlin has always been a great man and an amazing pop culture icon. With his passing on June 22, 2008, let us take a brief look at a few areas of George Carlin's unbelievable life.

The unapologetically irreverent voice of George Carlin, the counterculture comedian, has been silenced. But he leaves behind a vast library of material (far larger than "Seven Words") to remember him by (like anyone who has ever seen or heard Carlin would forget him).

At the age of 71, George Carlin died Sunday night. He will be remembered by many for his incredible humor.

George Carlin died Sunday after complaining of chest pains.

George Carlin, famed counterculture comedian he died. I take some time out to share a bit about what Carlin meant to me.

George Carlin was using dirty words in his comedy before it was the cool thing to do and it really drove home his points.

Best quotes from George Carlin

The comedic world and the counterculture community mourns George Carlin today, as the famed envelope pushing comic died of heart failure last night.

The famously hilarious American comedian died yesterday due to heart failure.

The loss of one of the worlds best comedians and strongest supporters of free speech.

The eleventh in a series of articles discussing a career in standup comedy; this article discusses the steps taken to become a full-time, professional comedian.

The late 50s and 60s saw the rise of the standup comic who would confront society through outrage and humor.

The twelfth article in a series about a career in stand-up comedy; this article discusses how to manage tight audiences and disruptive customers.

Raleigh has several locations where some great standup comedy can be seen. The premiere performing site is Charlie Goodnights with performers from around the country. The other sites boast their own companies of national artists.

humor as an effective means of protest

The fifth in a series of articles describing the development of one's comedy career; this article details rules and pitfalls for creating working relationships with other comedians.

The tenth in a series of articles discussing careers in stand-up comedy; this article focuses on whether, and how, to adjust to your audience while onstage.

The ninth in a series of articles describing the development of a standup career; this article discusses how to avoid, survive, and learn from "bombing".

Local comedian Joe Ohrin has been making people laugh in Wilkes-Barre-- and across American for years. This is an e-mail interview between he and AC content producer Donna Talarico from 2005.

I find it disturbing that insult humor expressed by standup comics and sitcoms is becoming increasingly aimed toward the biased audiences that subscribe to the insults and find them "funny" ... when, in actuality, someone is getting hurt by these attacks.

I was surprised when I didn't see Dane Cook listed among Radar Magazine's recent Overrated List.

A very funny collection of vignettes about the struggles of being a stand-up comic.

who can make you laugh even when your down? Who do you think of when you hear the word funny? Check and see if they are on my list.

Do you watch the George Lopez show? It's a popular comedy sitcom on television these days. Find out how Lopez got his start and, besides acting, what else he loves to do, by reading this informative article today!

Late night comics may actually increase voter turnout because they are talking about politics / politicians in terms most people can identify with.

Marvel's Bill and Ted comic book series was written and drawn by indie comics legend Evan Dorkin and recieved critical acclaim. This smart, funny series has finally been reprinted in two trade paperback collections.

The comedian Gold Rush chose made many jokes that were not funny, instead her jokes offended the dealers/owners.

The Aristocrats isn't funny, but it is compelling.

MySpace has many videos on their website. There are three many categories that the videos are listed under and they are filmmakers, comedians, and user videos. Here is the list of my Top 10 MySpace Comedic Videos.

I remember hearing laughter coming from late night talk shows on the floor model t.v. set my parents had in the living room.

Key players like Bill O'Reilly, Jerry Falwell and the ACLU are examined. Read about the current controversy surrounding Christmas trees at the Seattle airport and New Line Cinema sponsoring the Chicago holiday festival. Is there a Grinch? Or are we just scared?

The Artistocrats is the dirtiest joke ever told and circulated among comic circles for years. Director Paul Provenza has brought the secrecy of this joke to the masses in a hysterical study of comedy, humor and our self-imposed limits of good taste.

An entertainingly vulgar DVD whose outlandish humor makes up for its horrendous production valeus

Like a lot of other people, I first encountered George Carlin by listening to his breakout album, Class Clown, back in the 70s when I was young and had the devil in me. And the devil came in the form of that foul mouthed hippie dope freak with the sardonic grimace.

Comedian George Carlin Has Died.

Comedian George Carlin dies in California

When I first heard about George Carlin's death, I sat down for a moment in stunned silence. I am not one to usually be affected by the death of a celebrity, but I feel like I grew up with George Carlin.

The death of comedian George Carlin has shock the world of comedy. Here are some fond memorys that I have of the greatest comedian of all time.

An overview of the life and accomplishments of comedian George Carlin, who passed away on June 22, 2008.

George Carlin, famed comic, died of heart failure on June 23. He was 71.

A look at one of my comic heroes, George Carlin, who died this weekend at in Los Angeles of heart failure.

Tribute to George Carlin

Fans of the Milwaukee Summerfest - and of George Carlin - can't help remembering his infamous routine that got him arrested for uttering seven dirty words. He became forever associated with those words.

I want to share some of my memories about the late George Carlin.

George Carlin, Comedy, Comments

An honor reserved for those whose humor makes us laugh and think, George Carlin had been chosen as this year's recipient and will still receive his due honor.

Probably the only celebrity who has ever had a really profound effect on me (and whose death I always secretly dreaded) has passed away. I foolishly hoped I would never see the day George Carlin died, but it has come.

A personal tribute to the comedic genius known as George Carlin.

George Carlin died of heart failure in Los Angeles, California on Sunday June 22, 2008 at the age of 71.

George Carlin may have started out as a foul-mouthed comedian, but he ended his legacy on a gentle note.

Remembering George Carlin in a fitting way is difficult. Here's my take at paying tribute to the comedy legend.

George Carlin was more than a comedian: he was a philosopher of language.

I never really came across George Carlin for most of my childhood. I'm sure he had many fans in England, but I never encountered them.

George Carlin died Sunday of a heart attack.

A look at the way George Carlin has influenced life and those around him for the past forty years.

A tribute to the late George Carlin.

Comedian, Grammy-winner and comic icon George Carlin, 71, died of heart failure at a Saint John's Hospital in Santa Moncia, California at 5:55pm on June 22.

Carlin, his career and his legacy

general article on death and tribute to George Carline

A brief description of George Carlin's career and his decision to risk his career for what he believed in. How this decision made him one of the greatest orators in American history.

One of the funniest comics of all time can provide a variety of great Christmas gifts.

A Life of Laughs and Language

The Big Brother many of us never had. He had a unique way of dissecting every part of daily life.

The Smothers Brothers, Lenny Bruce and a few female comics had to fight the courts, the religious fanatics and talent agency managers but when he did succeed, we all won!

In it's 4th annual run The 2006 New York Underground Comedy Festival has over 200 shows spread throughout all 5 New York City boroughs, including altruistic events such as hospital shows, and an official charity.

A sad farewell to the funniest man that anybody ever called Canada home.

When one of your heroes ceases to exist; it is hard to "think funny."

If Lenny Bruce were alive today and able to stay off the heroin he might very well produce a standup comedy routine along these lines. Of course, I fully admit, his would be infinitely more brilliant. But I did my best.

Information about the two comedy clubs in the Kansas City area and what each has to offer. includes contact information and website addresses.

What I admired most about George was his use of words, at first to shock us, then to get us to look closer at their meanings and manipulations.

Some of my favorite comics that I think everyone should go watch Live! Very funny and most of them arent well known by audiances yet!

A selection of the best standup comics you probably never heard of (YouTube)

Becoming a stand-up comedian isn't easy. But for those with enough tenacity to keep hitting club after club, it can be a fun, lucrative way career.

I'm trapped underneath!...

If you're wondering why most Floridians are always so happy, maybe it's more than the sunshine! Here's where you can enjoy a comedy night in downtown Orlando and the surrounding area.

The third in a series of articles discussing the development of a stand-up comedy career; this article discusses your preparation for your first shows as a comedian.

Comedy, although most times dangerous and creative, can sometimes become repetitive and dull. Here are 5 comedy bits that have seen their days in the sun, and should be buried 'round back, never to be heard again

The Biography of Dave Chappelle is basically a list of television and movie appearances. Dave is known mainly for "The Chappelle Show" on the Comedy Central network. He is reserved when it comes to discussing his personal life.

This is a sad day for all of the many fans of legendary comedian George Carlin. He had an impact on the world beyond just making people laugh. His blunt and often brutal commentary on sensitive subjects was an eye opener to many people about the way we live our lives.

Elephant Larry is one of NYC's longest-running sketch comedy groups, performing all over the city and across the country. Chris Principe and Jeff Solomon spoke with me about the group, their shared sense of humor, and a love of Looney Tunes.

This article gives a biography of Lucille Ball and outlines why she is the top comedian of all time.

You can have the funniest setting, the most humorous situation and the cleverest slew of props, but if you're characters aren't laugh-out-loud amusing, your comedy writing is going to fall flat.

Like a lot of things in Tinsel Town, nothing is ever as cut and dried as it seems. Fame and fortune always seems to have misfortune and mystery in its back pocket, as the life and death of George Reeves certainly demonstrates.

For those of you who are aspiring comic writers there is some informative advice that you should know about before perusing your career in comics and animation.

At the time of this interview, Pat Condell has had over six hundred thousand people view his videos. The word is growing and more people are finding out about this rarity in Comedy and Free Speech.

The second in a series of articles on the development of your comedy career; this article discusses the best spots for aspiring comics to work on their craft.

The sixth in a series of articles describing the development of one's comedy career; this article focuses on the choice to use obscene words or material in your act.

The eighth in a series of articles describing the development of a career in stand-up comedy; this article focuses on the three ways comics use to get their act -- or their name -- in front of comedy bookers.