Títulos en Artes escénicas

Der Balanceakt zwischen verlässlicher Pointenlieferung und überforderndem Weltschmerz ist die künstlerische Ursuppe von Maxi Gstettenbauer. Wenn alle Gewissheiten vom Tisch gefegt wurden, sucht der schwarzhumorige Familienvater nach Antworten auf die großen Fragen: Kann man die EU-Außengrenzen auch in Call of Duty verteidigen? Ist eine Atombombe schädlich, wo sie doch vegan ist? Kann man den Klimawandel nicht einfach bestreiken? Und weshalb bleibt Maxis Humor trotz allem stabil?

Titters galore as Frankie and his star guests entertain Frankie Howerd’s unique brand of witty drollery made him a master of comedy for over 40 years, from his radio debut on the BBC Variety Bandbox in 1946 to his appearances in Up Pompeii! and the Carry On films and his sell-out one-man...

Young, broke, in college. What’s a girl to do? Dive into this deliciously absurd and darkly humorous peek inside the world's oldest profession. Told through a series of encounters with real clients, this unhinged nonfiction recounts the misadventures of a socially awkward college student as she fumbles her way through the salacious world of escorting. While recalling unforgettable stories, Silversmith shares her unique insight into the business practices of call girl agencies and the everyday lives of American sex workers.

In the heart of a dystopian London, where the air crackles with tension and the streets echo with uncertainty, a reluctant hero emerges. Meet Dom, a laid-back everyman with a penchant for sarcasm and a feline companion named Mango. When catastrophic events plunge the city into darkness, he finds himself on an unexpected journey for survival. As the fabric of society unravels, join Dom on a side-splitting adventure through a city overrun by authoritarianism and existential crises, where unexpected allies and bizarre encounters await around every corner.

In Whatevs: A Texan’s Guide to Doing Dumb Stuff with Confidence, Michael J. Melton turns a lifetime of misadventures into a laugh-out-loud confession of faith, family, and foolishness. From melting toy cars in a space heater to accidentally starting a small-town legend, Michael has tripped, stumbled, and face-planted through life with more enthusiasm than coordination—and lived to tell the tale.

A cool collection of loopy rhymes, puns and punchlines will make even the grumpiest gooseberry giggle. Chuckle over animals that you wouldn't want to find in your bath, raving relatives, freaky food, wiggly words, gadgets galore and quite a lot more. This bumper book of new poems is guaranteed to keep kids' funny bones well and truly tickled.

Prove you are the smartest schmuck in the room with 500 true trivia facts that sound absurd. These facts are so far-fetched some might even say that they sound like bull$#*t! Give the gift that keeps giving to friends, family, fathers, or grads. Knowledge is power! Crush the competition at...

A comedy sketch show recreating the bygone eras of radio, featuring the hilarious work of Marcus Brigstocke, Danny Robbins, Dan Tetsell and others If you thought radio started with Marconi, you were wrong, and here’s the proof – twelve extraordinary archive recordings from the past two...

The Art of Wit is your essential guide to understanding the science, psychology, and cultural impact of humor. This engaging audiobook explores the anatomy of a great joke, the power of comedic timing, and how humor transcends cultures and generations. Learn how to craft your own jokes, revive ancient humor for modern audiences, and navigate the ethical boundaries of comedy.

Welcome to The Great Book of Karma: You Deserved It! A hilariously unfiltered look at life’s ultimate boomerang. Packed with cosmic justice, questionable advice, and just enough sarcasm to make your therapist nervous, this little pocket book is your guide to understanding why karma is not cruel, it is just efficient.

Discover the timeless magic of humor with The Art & Soul of Jokes: A Journey Through Laughter, a vibrant exploration of why we laugh and how jokes shape our world. From ancient Sumerian quips to viral X memes, this book takes you on a global adventure through the science, history, and cultural nuances of comedy. Whether you’re a casual jokester, an aspiring comedian, or simply curious about laughter’s power, this engaging guide offers something for everyone.

Der größte Vorteil im Leben eines Standup-Comedians? Egal was dir passiert, jede Glückssträhne und jede Katastrophe – irgendwann wird eine fulminante Bühnennummer draus. Und so holt Markus Barth in seiner neuen Liveshow die Schaufel raus und gräbt nach den Nuggets. Der Meister des maximal-minimalistischen Stand-ups („Eine Bühne, ein Mikro – alles andere überlass' ich Helene Fischer") buddelt überall da, wo's funkelt – aber auch dort, wo's weh tut.

Jasper Carrott is rightly regarded as one of the UKs finest ever comedians. His long career is testimony to his clever, brilliant and funny storytelling. In this superb recording he dazzles with anecdotes and hilarious stories for over two hours. His topics include holidays, Royalty, strippers, teenagers and the world's hottest curry! It’s a comedy masterclass.

From his humble beginnings in sketch comedy with the Toronto branch of Second City, to his rise to fame in SCTV and Hollywood film classics like Planes, Trains and Automobiles, The Great Outdoors, and Uncle Buck, John Candy captivated audiences with his self-deprecating humor, emotional warmth, and gift for improvisation. Now, for the first time since Candy's tragic death, bestselling biographer Paul Myers tells the full story of the man behind the laughs.

Carolin Kebekus nimmt sich selbst, die Gesellschaft und alle Mütter und Väter aufs Korn, denn beim Kinderkriegen und Kinderhaben haben offenbar alle ungefragt ein Wörtchen mitzureden. Warum Schwangerschaft und Geburt immer noch mit vielen Tabus und falschen Annahmen behaftet sind, was einem als Schwangere und Mutter so alles passieren und entgegengeschleudert werden kann, was man so hört und liest und ungefragt gesagt bekommt, weil es tatsächlich alle besser wissen – das beschreibt dieses Hörbuch mit einer gehörigen Portion Selbstironie und dennoch unbeirrbarem Blick.

At last, here is the ultimate celebration of the nation's beloved sitcom from its legendary creator, John Cleese. Enjoy the behind-the-scenes magic, with stunning on-set photographs from the archives ... and a laugh a page! ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 'A joy and an education to read. So many memories...

The gift pressure, the food squabbles, the travel nightmares… Christmas is a lot. Time to join award-winning comedian Katherine Ryan for her Christmas Intervention. Part seasonal survival guide, part family therapy session – you’re invited to a very Katherine Ryan Christmas. Sure, Katherine loves the holiday, but she needs it to change. It's chaotic, overwhelming, and no one can agree on how to do it right.

Want to learn the improv techniques that helped Mike Myers, Chris Farley, John Belushi, and many others along the road to TV and film stardom? Then let two esteemed founders of long-form improvisational theatre, Del Close and Charna Halpern, teach you the "Harold." This groundbreaking acting exercise emphasizes pattern recognition and subversion of the audience's expectations, which are important factors for making people laugh without ever telling a joke.

Making people laugh injects yourself and others with a free shot of endorphins and dopamine (or so the science nerds tell us). In fact, being funny is almost heroic; you’re giving folks CPR for their soul. “You’re welcome, humanity.” In book 3 of the Funny Muscle series, veteran comic Mike Lukas (NBC, Comedy Central, CBS Radio, Second City) teaches you how (and when) to deliver laughs like a pro.

Crazy Wrongs Sayings is combining "Things Not to Say to a Woman", Book One, and "Things Not to Say to a Woman", Book Two. This is for those of you who liked the first one so much that you want to learn more of what not to say! LOL