Nonetheless, female comedians bring a whole new perspective to the entertainment genre that's refreshing, nuanced, and takes back control of conversations surrounding aging, sex, and relationships.

Today’s comics are embracing high fashion and pushing back against outdated expectations of what they should wear on stage.

Aside from a live podcast, no other women are on the Improv’s current headline schedule. Alonzo is one of the few nationally recognized female comedians with local roots.

There are myriad examples of women being exceptionally funny – and funnier than men – beyond my own life. Look at the roster of successful comedians who – shock! – happen to be women.

In a sign of their current power in the industry, many are emerging as powerhouses, and, given a chance, can hold their own - pound for pound. Below are some of the Kenyan talents and American ...

Today, female comics are more likely to be seen in vintage Versace, Gucci or Alessandra Rich than a denim button-down. Last year, American comedian and host of the YouTube show “Baited,” Ziwe ...

Last year, “Lady Haha,” an open mic show for women, LGBQT+ and supporters, started hosting open mic shows, giving female comedians one more safe space to perform.

Some of entertainment’s top women comedians joined forces to eulogize 2020 with laughs in a comedy special called Yearly Departed. The cast of eulogists at this funny funeral includes Tiffany ...

By Leah Dolan, CNN (CNN) — Close your eyes and imagine a stand-up comedian. Perhaps they’re standing in a basement in front of an exposed brick wall. Or sitting on a wooden stool in the middle ...