![]() In my own mapping of black minstrel shows, I noticed very quickly that these shows were mostly plotted in the U.S. ![]() The American-ness of the minstrel show and minstrel influences can be seen in the perception of the minstrel show from audiences abroad. In other words, elements of minstrelsy actually contribute to what it means for a piece of media to be “American”. Not only is minstrelsy heavily involved in American media, the influence of the minstrel show is a pillar of American art and media. Although this influence becomes obvious when it is pointed out, I would like to propose a claim that might not be as readily accepted. In my research of black minstrel troupes, it has become obvious that American pop culture is infused with references to minstrelsy.
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