Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Stand-up comedy has long been a boy's club, but thankfully, that's starting to change. I'm not saying you still can't enjoy ...

Jean Carroll is considered the first Jewish woman to do stand-up comedy. Now, an event aims to introduce New Yorkers to this influential yet little-known legend. Before there was Joan Rivers and Susie ...

Before there was The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, there was a long history of Jewish female comedians, standing up and speaking out. Although stand-up comedy is often described as a “boy’s club,” the truth ...

Comedian Maria Bamford says she is endlessly baffled by the adulation she receives from her stand-up comedy peers. Marc Maron ...

Giada Biaggi is an Italian writer, screenwriter, and comedian, celebrated for her sharp and witty style that weaves together comedy, feminism, and deep reflections. With a degree in philosophy, she ...

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This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Phoebe Robinson’s new comedy special dismantles girl-boss culture, questioning whether financial independence and ...

More and more Middle Eastern women thrive as comedians. Could their success on stage, in the film industry, at comedy festivals and on social media foster empowerment for the next generation of girls?

From improv to sketch to stand up, there are many opportunities for people looking to get into comedy in Bloomington. But for an IU student or Bloomington resident still testing the waters, getting on ...