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This rich retrospective illuminates stand-up icon Richard Lewis's legacy of spinning pain into punchlines. It chronicles his rise from modest beginnings to fame's peak, his ruthless excavation of personal neuroses,...
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Richard Lewis - Audio Biography
Richard Lewis - Audio Biography
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The Prince of Pain: Richard Lewis's Trailblazing Comedy Forged in Anxiety
28 FEB 2024 · This in-depth profile explores the life and comedic genius of stand-up pioneer Richard Lewis. Dubbed "The Prince of Pain" for weaponizing his own neuroses and vulnerability, Lewis built an enduring career spanning over 50 years. His rambling, uncomfortable performance style presaged modern comedy's turn toward confessionals and awkwardness. The article traces Lewis's rise from the 1970s Comedy Store era through his many showbiz triumphs. It also spotlights his demons, from addiction to loneliness, while unveiling how he spun personal shortcomings into profound societal observations. Both a masterclass in creative risk-taking and an homage to the patron saint of anxiety, this is an essential glimpse at a complex, revolutionary comedic force.
This rich retrospective illuminates stand-up icon Richard Lewis's legacy of spinning pain into punchlines. It chronicles his rise from modest beginnings to fame's peak, his ruthless excavation of personal neuroses,...
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Autore | Katie Brown |
Categorie | Arte , Commedia , Commedia: interviste |
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