Sketch
comedy has a tradition of providing audiences with sustained
laughter and a unique look at the human condition. With
a combination of schtick, satire and good old fashioned
humor, sketch comedy provides plenty of topical bang for
your buck.
Saturday Night Live, MadTV and many other television shows
have taken this art form to mass audiences. Often these
shows have to adhere to standards and practices appropriate
for the network they are on, or they have to limit their
content based on concern for advertisers sensibilities.
This sometimes limits the scope of satire that can be used
for financial reasons. Live sketch comedy is a true haven
for the generation and display of political ideas and debate.
Enjoy satire in its purist form.
