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Black Out Loud: The Revolutionary History of Black Comedy from Vaudeville to '90s Sitcoms
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From screen to stage, Black comedy has entertained American households for generations. Discover the actors, comedians and the evolution of an art form that transformed culture and was instrumental in bringing about social change.
The award-winning co-anchor of PBS NewsHour presents a sweeping and insightful retrospective on the history of Black comedy in America.
Black comedians have long played a pivotal role in shaping the American sense of humor. The 1990s showcased a golden era for Black comedy, highlighted by the surge of iconic sitcoms that redefined television and left a lasting cultural imprint. Shows like In Living Color, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Living Single, Martin, and A Different World stood on the ...
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