Date of Award
2022
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelors
Department
Humanities
First Advisor
Villada, Diego
Area of Concentration
Liberal Arts
Abstract
In this paper, I research the evolution of stand-up comedy throughout American history as well as key stand-up influences. I highlight the effect these comedians had not only on society but on my comedy as well. I also performed fifteen minutes of stand-up comedy in which I prepared material throughout ten weeks of deep research, performance, and corrections with my academic advisor Diego Villada. I detail the process of putting on a comedy show, how I felt before, during, and after as well as how I plan to apply what I have learned throughout this project to my future.
Recommended Citation
Perkins, David, "15 Minutes in Heaven" (2022). Theses & ETDs. 6289.
https://digitalcommons.ncf.edu/theses_etds/6289