Why is that so funny? by John Wright

Why is that so funny?  I found to be a very good resource.  It has a good mix of theoretical ideas with discussions on the various types of laughter.  There are series of exercises through out the book that can be used to investigate physical comedy.  John Wright talks about the distinction in theatrical circles between drama and comedy and how comedy is often not valued as much.  It is true through my teacher training - it was more from a Stanislavski point of view.  This is a refreshing look at comedy.  Also the "games" exercises that John explains are games that can be used in dramatic scenes but allows for a new way of looking at events.  John trained with Lecoq and this has influenced his way of working.  He gives a strong outline for his version of the States of Tension and I enjoyed the sections looking at Clowning - Parody, Satire, Pastiche, Caricature, Burlesque and Buffoon.  I have already used these exercises with my classes to some success.  What really  surprised me was how well come of the complicity games worked with my Grade 5 and 6s.  It is a good book for any IB student who needs some ideas or theoretical underpinning.