WELCOME TO LAUGHTERLOG
If you’re a fan of the great comedy performers and shows of the 20th century, this site is for you. We’ve compiled career articles, episode guides, discographies, film listings, bibliographies and just about everything else collectors want to know.
Laughterlog’s information comes from …
* actual recordings and known releases
* weekly radio/TV guides and daily newspapers (1930s to now)
* archival material of the radio/television networks
* script and recording collections at UCLA, USC, Lincoln Center and the Library of Congress
* the expertise of comedy fans the world over
Laughterlog.com strives for accuracy … the articles and lists have been painstakingly researched. We avoid merely reprinting “facts” from books or other websites (many of which mindlessly copy and perpetuate innacuracies without checking their information).
Our aim is to be regarded as the definitive source about 20th century comedy on the internet – providing the most detailed, well organised and accurate information anywhere.
Laughterlog.com articles are arranged in four basic categories – highlighting the great comedy performers, classic radio shows, legendary television programmes and notable film series. Each file will include background text, episode guides and a list of the various spinoff merchandising.
You’ll meet legends like the great Schnozzola, Mo, George & Gracie, the Cheeky Chappie, Bud & Lou, Dame Edna plus see discographies (including track itemisations) of all the great 1960s LPs from the heyday of the comedy record.
Check out such radio greats as Charlie McCarthy, Big & Stinker, the residents of Allen’s Alley, the visitors to McCackie Mansion, Ron & Eth, Eccles & Bluebottle, Julian & Sandy, Lady Constance de Coverlet and the stingy 39-year-old with baby blue eyes and a funny walk.
Investigate the TV classics that featured Ralph Kramden, Professor Jimmy Edwards, Pete & Dud, Dan & Dick & Goldie & Arte, the Walmington-on-Sea platoon, the Ministry of Silly Walks, the staff at Grace Bros. and dozens of others.
And in addition there’s a huge Bibliography , again split into four sections – the biographies, humorous works by comedy names, spinoff publications about a particular show or film and a list of reference sources for useful background information.
We’ll also be keeping track of relevent new releases of books, CDs and dvds (via the WHAT’S OUT tab at the top of this page). But remember, Laughterlog is an information site, not an excuse for selling stuff (to actually buy copies … go to your local store or check out Amazon or ebay). The only things you can purchase from us are a handful of SPECIAL ITEMS we’ve produced over the years (again, check out the relevent tab above).
As Laughterlog continues to grow, your suggestions and contributions are welcome – see the CONTACT US page.
changes to laughterlog.com
December 2009
The site has recently been redesigned with additions now scheduled to appear on a weekly basis. To find a list of the files added in the past month or so, go to the RECENT ARTICLES tab in the menu along the top of the page.
If you want to find out about a comedy great’s movie, radio, TV and recording career and all the relevent books, LPs, videos and dvds produced over the years, laughterlog.com is your ultimate source.
Simply go to the headings PERFORMERS, RADIO, TV, FILMS and the various BIBLIOGRAPHY sections (at the right) for a complete list of all the subjects currently available in each of these categories.
Alternatively, you can access the INDEX tab in the menu along the top of the page for a complete list of the over 80 files currently available or use the SEARCH box for all references to the desired subject throughout the entire range of Laughterlog files.
Happy hunting!
