Community Days After Dark: Funny Women of the Fabulous Fifties

Laughing Ladies: Legendary Women of American Comedy with Jo Ann Tufo
Funny Women of the Fabulous Fifties

This session looks at the amazing actresses and stand-up comedians who emerged during the post-WWII era, as television became an integral part of American life. We will explore some fascinating, powerful women who were on the comedy scene from Hollywood to New York’s renowned “Borscht Belt.” Lucille Ball, Gracie Allen, Totie Fields and Jackie “Moms” Mabley are just a few of the women whose contributions will be highlighted.

Jo Ann Tufo is a historian, writer, lecturer, and performer who has over 30 years of experience. Her realistic and haunting portrayals of various historic figures have delighted audiences for more than three decades in theaters, schools, and auditoriums all over the United States.

Jo Ann has also taught at Coastal Carolina University/ OLLI Program since 2012 focusing on a variety of subjects, including the Colonial, Civil War, World War I, World War II, and Vietnam eras. Many of her programs focus on the noteworthy contributions of women.