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The Mee-Ow Show was founded as an alternative to the Waa-Mu Show, a long-standing revue at
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The Mee-Ow Show evolved over the years, with a focus on short-form improv and sketch comedy. Short form sketches typically last between two and four minutes, while the improv games performed on stage are usually under three minutes. In contrast to long-form
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Mee-Ow has reported a significant alumni network, with several members going on to achieve notoriety in television, comedy, and acting.
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