Comedy is
the best medicine and comedy shows are the medium. Over the years, they have
spread happiness and joy in lives of many. These shows are iconic and have been
running through the time and generations. They are cherished by young, old and
every joke is just as funny as the first time.
The importance of these comedy shows in the life
of a young comedian cannot be underestimated. One can learn a lot about comic
timing and the kind of jokes audience will enjoy by just watching these shows
and adapting their technique.
Let’s begin the countdown of the
greatest comedy shows of all time.
Seinfeld (1989 – 1998)
This sitcom began in 1989 on NBC and
lasted for nine seasons. Set on the block of Manhattan’s upper west side, the
stars and creators of the show wanted to deliver humor in form of everyday
struggle of a New Yorker. It was also termed as a “show about nothing” due to
its episodes based on various themes. A comedian can learn a lot from this and
can cherish it for a long time.
Friends (1994 – 2004)
This is one of the favorite American
television shows that have crossed boundaries of nations and cultures. Starring
American sweethearts Courtney Cox and Jennifer Aniston along with Lisa Kudrow,
Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer, this show is still a loved
one. This was based on a life of six friends living in New York and trying to
fit in with their jobs and relationships.
Saturday Night Live (1975 – Current)
This is the greatest show for a comedian
that opens them up to live performances and audience. They can learn their
comic timings and the right way to perform in front of a group of people. Each
episode is hosted by a celebrity combined with other actors in a comic script
based on random formats.
The Office (U.S Series)
This is a great show about a funny
many as the boss of a company, who is trying to handle a group of really weird
workers. The job is not exciting, but Steve Carell, the manager is trying to
make the best of the awkward situations in the office. Steve Carell and other
stars have given the best performances and a comedian should learn a lot from
these legends.
With the power of internet and platforms
like Comicsandbox, a comedian can
easily portray their talent in front of millions of viewers around the world.
