Late Stage Live!
| Late Stage Live! | |
|---|---|
| File:Ella Yurman.jpg Host Ella Yurman hosts a Late Stage Live! writers' event at Club Cumming | |
| Genre | |
| Created by | Ella Yurman, Reid Pope |
| Presented by | Ella Yurman |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 11 |
| Production | |
| Production location(s) | BRIC Arts Media Brooklyn, New York |
| Running time | 30–45 minutes |
| Release | |
| Original network | Brooklyn Public Access |
| Original release | November 2023 – present |
| External links | |
| [{{#property:P856}} Website] | |
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Late Stage Live! is a monthly trans-led American late-night talk show created by Ella Yurman and Reid Pope. The show is broadcast on Brooklyn Public Access and YouTube. It gained a growing following through viral clips shared on platforms such as Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.[1]
Production
The show is filmed in front of a live studio audience at BRIC Arts Media, with tickets available for free to the public. The production is notable for its DIY approach and the involvement of a mostly volunteer team. Despite the low-budget nature of the show, it has been praised for its writing and the charismatic performance of host Ella Yurman.[2] Musical performances are a regular feature. In addition to regular episodes, the show also organized an election night watch event at Brooklyn Art Haus, featuring performances by local comedians.[3]
Format
Late Stage Live! follows a traditional late-night talk show format, featuring a live audience. The show covers a wide range of current events, often focusing on political issues such as the marijuana legalization, prison abolition,[4] Palestinian liberation,[5] and anti-capitalism. The program incorporates both humor and serious political commentary, reflecting the perspectives and concerns of its Gen-Z, primarily LGBTQ+ audience.[2]
In addition to its opening monologue and comedic segments, the show features guest interviews, including interactions with sketch characters portrayed by comedians. The October 2024 episode introduced its first interview with an elected official, NYC Councilmember Chi Ossé. The show aims to encourage viewers to engage with local politics.[6]
Distribution
Episodes of Late Stage Live! are available on Brooklyn Public Access and on YouTube. The show's presence on social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok has played a significant role in expanding its audience.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Abrams, Leah (May 30, 2024). "Late Night Gets a Much-Needed Queer Makeover With 'Late Stage Live!'". Jezebel.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Factora, James (2024-07-16). "From a Tiny Studio in Brooklyn, 'Late Stage Live!' Is Queering Late Night". Them. Retrieved 2024-09-01.
- ↑ Staff, Curbed (2024-11-06). "Watching New York Watch the Election". Curbed. Retrieved 2024-11-19.
- ↑ Late Stage Live! (2024-04-29). Big Weed, Abolition, & Rat Birth Control | LATE STAGE LIVE. Retrieved 2024-09-01 – via YouTube.
- ↑ Late Stage Live! (2024-04-01). IVF Bans, Gaza Updates, & Libs of TikTok | LATE STAGE LIVE. Retrieved 2024-09-01 – via YouTube.
- ↑ Fusco, Stevie (2024-10-22). "If Trans People Ran Late Night, It Might Look Like Late Stage Live! With Ella Yurman". Teen Vogue. Retrieved 2024-10-22.
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