Bo Burnham: What. (2013)
Story overview
Bo Burnham: What. is a 2013 comedy special featuring the comedian performing a mix of stand-up, music, and sketches. The show blends observational humor with musical parodies and self-referential commentary. Burnham's performance is energetic and often satirical, exploring themes of modern life and entertainment.
Parent Guide
A mature comedy special with sophisticated humor and adult content. Recommended for older teens with parental guidance.
Content breakdown
No physical violence or peril depicted.
Some satirical content may be conceptually challenging but not frightening.
Contains frequent strong language and adult expressions.
Contains sexual references and innuendo in comedy routines.
No depiction of substance use.
Some satirical content may provoke thought but is not emotionally intense.
Parent tips
This TV-MA rated comedy special contains mature content including strong language and adult themes. Parents should preview the material to determine appropriateness for their children. The humor often relies on sophisticated cultural references and may not be suitable for younger audiences.
Parent chat guide
Parent follow-up questions
- What was your favorite song in the show?
- Did you see any musical instruments?
- What colors did you notice in the performance?
- How did the performer make you feel?
- What was the funniest part for you?
- What kind of humor did the comedian use?
- How did the music add to the comedy?
- What topics did the comedian talk about?
- What made the performance entertaining?
- How was this different from other comedy shows?
- What social topics did the comedian address?
- How did the performer use satire in the show?
- What made the musical elements effective?
- How does this comedy compare to other media you've seen?
- What audience do you think this show was made for?
- How does the comedian use self-awareness in the performance?
- What commentary does the show make about entertainment culture?
- How effective were the musical parodies in conveying humor?
- What boundaries did the comedian push in this special?
- How does this comedy reflect or challenge contemporary social norms?
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