Comedy did not appear out of nowhere. There were greats who came and changed the landscape forever. This page was created to pay tribute to these greats, and to pay tribute to their contributions to our industry. If you would like to learn more about them, we welcome you to read the page below.
The Our Gang series, known later as the Little Rascals, provided much needed entertainment to a nation in need, and George McFarland, born in Dallas, was a big part of making those features special.
At an early age, George 'Buddy' McFarland was making waves. Appearing on billboards for Wonder Bread, Buddy was thought of highly as a poster child (literally). Seeing an ad for attractive kids to try out for Hal Roach, he was off on his way. He was so popular in the role of Spanky, the leader of the Little Rascals, that he was one of the few rehired by MGM when they took over the franchise.
Frederick Bean Avery, better known as Tex, was born in Tyler, Texas, but destined for greatness. Generations have enjoyed his creations, though most would not have recognized him if he had walked in the door. His medium? Cartoons.
Tex Avery is known for his work at MGM and Warner Brothers, coming out with an array of characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck and Droopy, as well as many many more. Likewise, working with his contemporaries at the time, he revamped, reinvigorated and simply improved the work of all those around him.
We remember those who have helped to make the comedy landscape what it is today.
Improvisational comedy has been a great way for people to bond and to see something that only the people in the room can share. The show couldn't be repeated even if the performers tried to.
The traditional form of comedy where someone literally stand-up before an audience. The comedian tells stories and jokes to entertain while possibly speaking towards a specific theme.
Find locations around the state where you might find comedy. This can include cities, towns, and areas in various regions. These can include public shows and private parties.
Learn a bit of the vocabulary used by comedians to communicate with one another. It can help you understand the process and the people who have chosen comedy as a vocation.