Tuesday, September 27, 2005

The Straight Man

BBC - What's On - Programme Information for The Straight Man: "Nicholas Parsons presents a potted history of the 'straight man' or 'stooge' in comedy double acts. "

An interesting way to get students to think about relationships, ways of interacting with others. In their friendships: who is the 'straight man' or 'stooge'? Do friendships often need a chalk and cheese element: one outgoing personality who wants to yak, another who's happy to listen?