Comedy is the use of humor in the performing arts. It also means a performance that relies heavily on humor. The term originally comes from theater, where it simply referred to a play with a happy ending, in contrast to a tragedy. The humor, once an incidental device used to entertain, is now an essential aspect of a comedy.
A recognised characteristic of comedy is that it is an intensely personal enjoyment. People frequently fail to find the same things amusing, but when they do it can help to create powerful bonds.
Ottawa Comedy Resource Non-Profit resource for stand-up and improvisational comedy. Includes message boards, news, video clips, and performer and industry links. http://www.ottawacomedy.com/
Comedy Online Stand up comedy in London. Listings of comedy clubs, pubs, and information about comedians performing in the UK. http://www.comedyonline.co.uk
Comedy.com Sections of jokes, stand up and showcase. Includes club and event search, comedian search and features. http://www.comedy.com
Joe and Lorie's Comedy-O-Rama Tributes to Fred Allen, Jack Benny, Fanny Brice and Phil Silvers. http://www.comedyorama.com/
Nashville Standup Information about Tennessee venues, appearing comedians, dates and times, and performer details. http://www.nashvillestandup.com/
Matt's Comedian Ratings Individual rating performances on Comedy Central. Includes background information and forum. http://paing.sourceforge.net/comedians/
Funny.co.uk Includes feature stories, show reviews and interviews. http://www.funny.co.uk/stand-up-comedy/index.html
Jonelle's Comedy Appreciation Page Information and writings about Fred Allen, Jack Benny, Buster Keaton, Ernie Kovacs, The Marx Brothers, Victor Borge and Stan Freberg. http://www.nells250.homestead.com/comedy.html
Latino Stand Up Comedy Provides information about Latino stand up comedians and events relating to Hispanic comedy. http://www.latinostandup.com/
Dfwcomedy.com Provides information for the new comic and fans of live comedy. http://www.dfwcomedy.com
