Andrew Hankinson
Don't applaud. Either laugh or don't. (At the Comedy Cellar.)
Don't applaud. Either laugh or don't. (At the Comedy Cellar.)
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The Comedy Cellar is a tiny basement club in New York's Greenwich Village, run by the Dworman family, became a safe place for stand-ups to take risks and experiment. It became a frontline of the global culture war, with interviews, emails, podcasts, letters, text messages, and previously private documents creating a conversation about who gets to speak and what they get to say.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 27 August 2020
Publisher: Scribe Publications
The Comedy Cellar is a small basement club located in New York's Greenwich Village. Operated by the Dworman family, it gained popularity as a haven for stand-up comedians to explore innovative material and take risks. Renowned comedians like Amy Schumer, Dave Chappelle, Jon Stewart, and Louis CK became regular fixtures, attracting celebrities and even hosting debates. The club's unique atmosphere encouraged open discussions and spirited arguments at its back table. However, the Comedy Cellar found itself at the forefront of a global culture war.
In his book, Andrew Hankinson delves into the history and significance of the Comedy Cellar. He conducts interviews with the club's owner, comedians, and audience members, utilizing a diverse range of sources such as interviews, emails, podcasts, letters, text messages, and previously private documents. The book unfolds in reverse chronological order, starting from Louis CK's downfall and tracing back to the days when Manny Dworman hosted folk singers, including Bob Dylan. While the book primarily focuses on the Comedy Cellar, it also serves as a reflection on the widening cultural chasm.
The Comedy Cellar's story is a testament to the power of comedy to bring people together and challenge societal norms. It showcases the importance of a safe space for artists to express themselves freely and the impact that such a community can have on the broader cultural landscape. Through his meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Hankinson provides a captivating account of the Comedy Cellar's journey and its profound significance.
Weight: 444g
Dimension: 148 x 209 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781911617686
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