Publication Date
2022
Document Type
Dissertation/Thesis
First Advisor
Caspersen, Randy
Degree Name
M.A. (Master of Arts)
Legacy Department
Department of Communication
Abstract
This research examined the comedy talk shows Billy on the Street (2011-2017), The Eric Andre Show (2012-present), and Ziwe (2021-present) in order to discover the specific types of humor incorporated within their programs. This study searched for the presence of cringe, stand-up, surreal, sketch, and improvisational comedy in each show. The study analyzed each program using the benign violation theory and the hierarchy of influences model. A content analysis of 15 episodes selected across every program found at least three of the five genres present in their content. An additional purpose of this study was to produce a comparable program called *Perhabs I Will… This show was created by the author to formulate her personal brand of comedy, based on discoveries made from observing the content of Billy Eichner, Eric Andre, and Ziwe Fumudoh. Simultaneously conducting research and producing Perhabs I Will… proved effective, as the study informed many decisions made in the production.
Recommended Citation
Anderson, Abs, "Perhabs I Will: A Content Analysis and Media Production Focusing on Contemporary Comedy and Comedians" (2022). Graduate Research Theses & Dissertations. 6819.
https://huskiecommons.lib.niu.edu/allgraduate-thesesdissertations/6819
Extent
67 pages
Language
eng
Publisher
Northern Illinois University
Rights Statement
In Copyright
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Media Type
Text
