Insider rounded up a list of 11 stand-up comedians that highlight the LGBTQ experience, along with where to watch their sets. By CT Jones. Page Hurwitz knows funny. The longtime director and producer has spent her two-decade career in Hollywood working on some of the biggest and boldest comedy productions and stand up sets from comics like Wanda Sykes, Tiffany Haddish, and Michelle Buteau.
When it comes to the funniest LGBTQ comedians, the comedy scene is brimming with talent that’s both hilarious and groundbreaking. These comedians not only make us laugh but also bring fresh perspectives, addressing everything from everyday life to important social issues through the lens of. By Selena Kuznikov. Related Stories Warner Music Posts Encouraging Quarterly Results, Boosted by Streaming and Hits From Rosé, Teddy Swims and More. Popular on Variety.
In Stand Out, which came out in June on Netflix, we get several small sets from legendary and rising comedians within the LGBTQ+ world which will make you laugh your ass off - all hosted by. But until relatively recently, that was not the case. The documentary, Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution , will premiere on the streamer on June 18, as Variety first reported on Wednesday. The film also taps several historians and journalists for their expertise, including Shar Jossell and Susan Stryker.
In the new Netflix documentary "Outstanding," Margaret Cho, Judy Gold, Robin Tyler and other comedy legends look back at the legacy of LGBTQ comics and their journey from the closet to the spotlight. By Abbey White. What the Director Has to Say TV How Much Is a Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader Actually Worth? The doc ranges far and wide, from entertainers on the vaudeville circuit and early pioneers such as comedian and actress Moms Mabley and female impersonator Rae Bourbon to the role of variety shows and LGBTQ cruises; from the Stonewall Riots and HIV and AIDS to the feminist movement and politics of the Reagan and Clinton administrations.