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From Beautiful Downtown Burbank: A Critical History of Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In, 1968-1973
Contributor(s): Erickson, Hal (Author)

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 ISBN: 078644049X     ISBN-13: 9780786440498
Publisher: McFarland & Company
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Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: February 2009
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Annotation: Rowan and Martins Laugh-In was one of the quirkiest and most unusual programs on television, defying definition as simply comedy, variety, or burlesque. The show had audiences laughing for six seasons and continues to make appearances in revivals, reunions, and salutes. Even with corny and now dated humor, the shows signature lines and gags are ingrained in popular American culture. This critical history of Laugh-In is arranged chronologically and includes background details on the shows creators and the events leading up to Laugh-Ins creation. In addition to an analysis of the original six seasons, the text includes information on lookalike shows that emerged after Laugh-Ins success, and on the various resurgences of the show that continued up into the nineties. An appendix contains a complete program history with principal production credits and episode guides.
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BISAC Categories:
- Performing Arts | Television - History & Criticism
- Performing Arts | Reference
Dewey: 791.457
LCCN: 9948625
Age Level: 18-UP
Grade Level: 13-UP
Physical Information: 1" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" L (1.01 lbs) 341 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - 1960's
- Chronological Period - 1970's
Features: Bibliography
 
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Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In was one of the most unusual programs on television, defying definition as simply comedy, variety, or burlesque. The show had audiences laughing for six seasons and continues to make appearances in revivals, reunions, and salutes. This critical history of Laugh-In includes background details on the creation and creators, as well as information on lookalike shows. An appendix contains a complete program history with principal production credits and episode guides.
 
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