One of the things I have been trying to tell people for years is that using “conventional” joke writing methods to develop stand-up comedy material that actually works to get big laughs on stage is a lot like trying to pick your teeth with a chain saw.

But that’s what all the comedians say you have to do.

And that’s what all the so-called stand-up comedy “experts” teach — it’s all about “joke writing” when it comes to developing stand-up comedy material for the stage.

It’s basically the law in stand-up comedy. :-)

So, for all those who are convinced that “joke writing” is the only way to produce stand-up comedy material…

The Big Question

Take a moment to answer this question:

How does “writing” anything (including jokes) — a one dimensional communication medium which is primarily designed to be “read” supposed to generate big laughs for you in a three dimensional communication medium like stand-up comedy?

Now before you answer that question, consider this (and don’t miss the video of the guy who is trying to deliver “written” stand-up comedy material):

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Final Thoughts

So if you want to know just one of the reasons why truly funny individuals suck on the stand-up comedy stage, sometimes for YEARS…

Imagine trying to bake a delicious cake, but the only ingredient you have to work with is the eggs.

While eggs are a critical ingredient when it comes to making a top notch cake — without the rest of the ingredients and the knowledge to combine them properly, all you will end up with are scrambled eggs, over and over again.

But I don’t want to discourage anyone from “writing” one dimensional jokes the hard way because…

It’s the law in stand-up comedy.

Plus, who wants to miss out on all the glory of getting to wear the “I sucked for a long time as a comedian” t-shirt? :-)

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