About Whitney Cummings: Can I Touch It?

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About

"Whitney Cummings: Can I Touch It?" is a stand-up comedy special featuring comedian Whitney Cummings. Released in 2019, the show showcases Cummings' signature wit and humor as she takes the stage to deliver a hilarious and insightful performance. In this hour-long special, Cummings explores a variety of topics, including relationships, sex, gender dynamics, and modern technology. With her honest and unfiltered approach, Cummings offers a fresh and relatable perspective on these subjects, often challenging societal norms and expectations. Through her sharp observations and self-deprecating humor, Cummings creates an engaging and entertaining experience for the audience. Her comedic timing is impeccable, as she effortlessly transitions between different topics, leaving viewers laughing and thinking.

Making / Production

"Whitney Cummings: Can I Touch It?" was filmed in front of a live audience at the Sidney Harmon Hall in Washington, D.C. The special was directed by Marcus Raboy and produced by Epix. Cummings worked closely with her team to develop the material for the show, crafting jokes and stories that would resonate with her audience. She spent several months fine-tuning her set, performing at various comedy clubs and venues to test her material and ensure maximum impact. The production of the special involved a detailed planning process, including stage and lighting design, sound engineering, and camera setup. The goal was to capture Cummings' performance in a way that would enhance the comedic experience for viewers at home.

Actors

• Whitney Cummings as Herself - The main performer of the stand-up comedy special, Cummings delivers her jokes and observations with her signature style.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Can I Touch It?" is Cummings' fourth stand-up comedy special, following the success of her previous specials: "Money Shot" (2010), "I Love You" (2014), and "I'm Your Girlfriend" (2016).
• The show's title, "Can I Touch It?", plays on the common social boundary between people and explores the themes of consent and personal space.
• Cummings' comedy often addresses contemporary societal issues, delving into topics like feminism, gender roles, and relationships.

Awards

No awards have been announced for "Whitney Cummings: Can I Touch It?" at the time of writing.

Quotes

• "I refuse to call my love life a 'struggle.' I prefer to think of it as an 'art project.'"
• "Can you imagine if men had to go through childbirth? There would be epidurals on every corner like Starbucks."
• "Breakups are like waking up out of a coma and realizing everyone you know has a new face. 'Who is this? Is this the bartender? No, that's my mom.'"

Music / Soundtrack

The stand-up comedy special "Whitney Cummings: Can I Touch It?" does not feature a dedicated musical soundtrack. The focus of the special is solely on Cummings' comedic performance.