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The Myth That Won't Die: A Brief History of "Women Aren't Funny" at CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia

The Myth That Won't Die: A Brief History of "Women Aren't Funny"

A talk considers the history of the claim that women aren't funny.

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November 14, 2026 · 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

CultureWorks Greater Philadelphia, 1315 Walnut Street · $17.85 ·

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The talk examines the history of the claim that women aren't funny and how the idea became established.

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As soon as the concept of "a sense of humor" entered the cultural conscious, women have been accused of not having one.

Hosted by Lady Laughs Philly

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