It seems the world could use some comedy right now – a comedy channel has been launched on YouTube in honor of Robin Williams, with a new video each week featuring legendary performances by the genius comedian.
The channel celebrated its premiere last year with a slapstick trailer showing some of the best stage shows by the comedian and actor, who died in 2014. Those responsible write:
The Official Robin Williams YouTube Channel celebrates the life and comedic artistry of Robin Williams. Whether you know Robin from his stage performances or films, as a comedian, alien or genius, prepare to laugh and cry at these unforgettable and awesome performances. Subscribe to the channel and see a new video every week.
Numerous other videos have been added since the first clip was uploaded. Among them is the famous “Spark of Madness” speech from his first HBO special in 1978.
You gotta be crazy. It’s too late to be sane. You’ve got to go full-tilt bozo. Because you’re only given a little spark of madness, and if you lose that, you’re nothing. Don’t. From me to you, don’t ever lose that, because it keeps you alive.
But performance clips from his 2002 Live On Broadway show were also uploaded: