Dick Shawn, a look at a comedian’s career you might not know
“If I get a thought, I find that the tangent to me is more interesting than the actual joke.” Dick Shawn was once described by Johnny Carson as being a “Stream of Consciousness” performer. This was very much true. Watching Dick Shawn onstage, there was an electric air of unpredictability. There was much to be […]
Mel Brooks is still searching for the ultimate joke
The quest continues. Even after over 70 years in the business of show, the 95 year old comedy giant – standing at 5 foot 5 – named Mel Brooks is on the front lines, searching far and wide for one thing and one thing only: The ultimate joke. “Something that is very important to comedy […]