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The history of sketch comedy : a journey through the art and craft of humor / by Key, Keegan-Michael,1971-author.; Key, Elle,author,illustrator.;
"The History of Sketch Comedy will appeal to all kinds of comedy fans as well as fans of Keegan-Michael Key. With epic personal tangents and hilarious asides, their story takes you on an illuminating look at all facets of comedy from the stock characters of commedia del arte in the 16th century, to the rise of vaudeville and burlesque, the golden age of television comedy, the influence of the most well-known comedy schools, and ascension of comedy films and TV specials--all the way through to a look at the future of sketch on social media platforms. Part masterclass, part memoir, and hilariously embellished with priceless commentary, The History of Sketch Comedy illuminates the essential building blocks of sketch comedy while interweaving Key's experiences of personal discovery and influence of his comedy heroes. The text is complemented by original art by Elle Key and exclusive essays compiled from conversations with some of their famous comedy friends and performers who have influenced the development of comedy, such as Jordan Peele, Mel Brooks, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Mike Myers, Chris Rock, John Oliver, Tracy Morgan, Carol Burnett, Jim Carrey, and more"--
Subjects: Comedy sketches; Comedy; Sketch comedy television programs;
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Welcome to Pawnee : stories of friendship, waffles, and Parks and Recreation / by O'Heir, Jim,1962-author.;
"For seven seasons, Leslie Knope and the Parks and Recreation gang charmed millions of viewers with their quirky antics and unwavering positivity. The sitcom continues to be a fan-favorite for streaming services today, nearly a decade after its finale. Now for the first time, Jim O'Heir, who played the lovable Jerry (or, well, Garry/Larry/Terry/Barry, depending on the episode), invites readers back to Pawnee for an exclusive look behind the scenes. Joined by some of his Parks and Rec pals, including Chris Pratt, Retta, Rob Lowe, and showrunners Greg Daniels and Mike Schur, O'Heir reveals how this "little show that could" came to be, thanks to the tireless dedication and comedic genius of Amy Poehler, Nick Offerman, and the rest of the gang. As the show found its footing, the cast quickly bonded into a tight-knit family. Here O'Heir shares all his favorite unforgettable memories both on and off camera, from hilarious unscripted moments and epic dance-offs in the hair and makeup trailers, to iconic birthday parties at Rashida Jones's house and quiet bonfires in Nick Offerman's backyard. Welcome to Pawnee is O'Heir's loving tribute to Parks and Recreation, imbued with the same warmth and humor that endeared the show to millions"--
Subjects: Parks and recreation (Television program); Situation comedies (Television programs);
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Shaun the Sheep. [videorecording] / by Allen, Jo.; Fletcher, Justin,1970-; Harbour, Kate.; Park, Nick.; Sparkes, John,1954-; Webber, Richard.; HIT Entertainment.; Maple Pictures.;
Spring lamb -- Supersize Timmy -- Bagpipe buddy -- Cheetah cheater -- Lock out -- Draw the line -- Ewe've been framed.Voices: John Sparkes, Justin Fletcher, Kate Harbour, Richard Webber, Jo Allen.Originally broadcast on television beginning in 2007.Spring with excitement and jump with joy because Shaun the Sheep is back for more wild adventures. Fun on the farm springs to life with Shaun and his barnyard buddies. From bouncing sheep and a supersized Timmy to bagpipe buddies and a shortsighted farmer, there's no limit to the wild things these animals will do. So hop along with Shaun, Bitzer, Shirley, Timmy, and those Naughty Pigs next door in some sheepherding mayhem that's sure to give you a lift!Canadian Home Video Rating: G.DVD, Dolby digital 2.0 stereo ; widescreen presentation.
Subjects: Animated television programs.; Children's television programs.; Clay animation films.; Comedy televisions programs.; Farms; Friendship; Livestock; Shaun the Sheep (Fictitious character); Sheep; Video recordings for children.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.;
© c2011., Hit Entertainment ; Distributed by Maple Pictures,
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25 years of 22 minutes : an unauthorized oral history of This hour has 22 minutes, as told by cast members, staff, and guests / by Mombourquette, Angela,author.;
"The final chaotic season of Codco had just wrapped when Mary Walsh sat down at a Toronto bistro with George Anthony, then creative head of CBC TV's arts programming. She'd been thinking about a news-based comedy show--did he think that would fly? He did. That was the early '90s. Twenty-five seasons later, hundreds of thousands of Canadians continue to tune in weekly to This Hour Has 22 Minutes for its unashamedly Canadian, bitingly satirical take on politics and power. 25 Years of 22 Minutes takes readers backstage to hear first-hand accounts of the show's key moments-in the words of the writers, producers, and cast members who were there. Readers will have a front-row seat to the birth of the show-including a crisis that had producers scrambling in the very first episode-and an insider's take on the highs, the lows and the daily grind behind the scenes at 22 Minutes."--
Subjects: This hour has 22 minutes (Television program); Political satire, Canadian.; Television and politics; Television comedies;
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Doc Martin. [videorecording] / by Absolom, Joe.; Bolt, Ben,1952-; Braithwaite, Philippa.; Catz, Caroline.; Clunes, Martin,1961-; Cole, Stephanie,1941-; McNeice, Ian.; Minghella, Dominic.; Punch, Lucy.; Acorn Media (Firm); Buffalo Pictures Ltd.; Portman Film and Television Ltd.;
Disc 1. Going Bodmin -- Gentlemen prefer -- Sh*t happens -- Portwenn effect.Disc 2. Of all the harbours in all the towns -- Haemophobia.Martin Clunes, Caroline Catz, Stephanie Cole, Ian McNeice, Lucy Punch, Joe Absolom.When the brilliant but socially awkward and neurotic Doc Martin develops an aversion to blood, he abandons his career as a celebrated London surgeon and becomes the only doctor in a sleepy small town where his tactless manner soon has everybody in an uproar. Watch Martin get to know the town's hysterical mix of quirky residents as he finds new ways to put his foot in his mouth.PG.DVD ; Dolby Digital ; widescreen presentation.
Subjects: City and town life; Eccentrics and eccentricities; Medical television programs.; Physicians; Television comedies.;
© c2013., Acorn Media,
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Welcome to Dunder Mifflin : the ultimate oral history of The office / by Baumgartner, Brian,author.; Daniels, Greg,writer of foreword.; Silverman, Benjamin,1970-author.;
"The official oral history book of The Office, featuring exclusive interviews with every major player and never-before-seen photos, pulling back the curtain on the absurdity and genius that went in to creating this unstoppable force in American popular culture and why it continues to resonate with audiences today"--
Subjects: Office (Television program : U.S.); Television actors and actresses; Situation comedies (Television programs); Television remakes;
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Brooklyn nine-nine. [videorecording] / by Beatriz, Stephanie.; Braugher, Andre.; Crews, Terry,1968-; Goor, Daniel J.,1975-; Samberg, Andy,1978-; Schur, Michael,1975-; Universal Studios Home Entertainment (Firm);
Terry Crews, Andy Samberg, Stephanie Beatriz, Melissa Fumero, Joe Lo Truglio, Chelsea Peretti.Jake Peralta is a Brooklyn detective with a gift for closing cases and little respect for authority. When no-nonsense commanding officer Raymond Holt joins the 99th precinct with something to prove, the two go head-to-head.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.DVD, single layer; NTSC, region 1; anamorphic widescreen (1.78:1) presentation; Dolby Digital 5.1 surround.
Subjects: Detective and mystery television programs.; Police; Television comedies.;
© c2014., Universal Studios Home Entertainment,
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Doc Martin. [videorecording] / by Atkins, Eileen,1934-; Bolt, Ben,1952-; Catz, Caroline.; Clunes, Martin,1961-; Lothian, Jack.; McNeice, Ian.; Minghella, Dominic.; Seed, Paul.; Stoneman, Richard.; Acorn Media (Firm); Buffalo Pictures (Firm); Homerun Productions (Firm);
Martin Clunes, Caroline Catz, Eileen Atkins, Ian McNeice.Martin Clunes is back as the surly, self-centered Dr. Martin Ellingham. In the fifth series, the doctor plots his escape from the idyllic town of Portwenn and its idiosyncratic residents. Includes eight episodes.PG.DVD ; widescreen (16:9) presentation ; Dolby digital stereo.
Subjects: City and town life; Eccentrics and eccentricities; Medical television programs.; Physicians (General practice); Television comedies.;
© c2012., Acorn Media,
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Monarch of the glen. [videorecording] / by Briers, Richard.; Chaplin, Michael.; Hampshire, Susan,1942-; Mackenzie, Compton,Sir,1883-1972.; Morton, Alexander,1946-; Owen, L.(Lloyd); British Broadcasting Corporation.; Ecosse Films.; Warner Home Video (Firm);
Series created by Michael Chaplin.Alexander Morton, Susan Hampshire, Lloyd Owen, Kirsty Mitchell, Martin Compston, Rae Hendrie, Kellyanne Farquhar, Tom Baker.Old friends come to visit. Love is in the air for both young and old in Glenbogle. But nothing is as is seems on the Scottish estate. Will they all live happily ever after?Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD, region 1, widescreen (16x9, enhanced) presentation; Dolby Digital.
Subjects: Clans; Communities; Land tenure; Television comedies.; Television programs; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.;
© c2010., Warner Home Video,
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Lost in Austen [videorecording] / by Andrews, Guy.; Arterton, Gemma.; Austen, Jane,1775-1817.Pride and prejudice.Videorecording.; Bonneville, Hugh.; Cowan, Elliot,1976-; Duncan, Lindsay.; Henson, Christian,1971-; Kingston, Alex.; McKerrell, Kate.; Rooper, Jemima.; Whiteside, Simon.; Zeff, Dan.; ITV1 (Firm); Image Entertainment (Firm); Mammoth Screen (Firm); Screen Yorkshire Production Fund (Firm);
Composer, Christian Henson ; additional music, Simon Whiteside.Jemima Rooper, Alex Kingston, Elliot Cowan, Hugh Bonneville, Gemma Arterton, Lindsay Duncan.Amanda Price gets propelled into the scheming 19th century world of Pride and Prejudice while the book's Elizabeth Bennet is hurled into hers. As the plot unfolds, Amanda triggers new romantic twists and turns as she tries to help the Bennet sisters nab husbands and even manages to captivate the tantalizing Mr. Darcy. But what about Elizabeth, and what will become of one of the world's greatest love stories?PG.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby digital stereo.
Subjects: Austen, Jane, 1775-1817.; Action and adventure television programs.; Bennet, Elizabeth (Fictitious character); Fantasy television programs.; Man-woman relationships; Romantic comedy television programs.; Television mini-series.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Women heroes;
© c2009., Image Entertainment,
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