Looking For Information On How To Write A Joke? Then You Don’t Want To Miss This…

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How much writing did you do that last time you made someone laugh off stage? Did you pass them a note and they fell down laughing? When it comes to looking for how to write a joke, you might be surprised that conventional “writing” tactics are not the answer. Continue reading Looking For Information On How To Write A Joke? Then You Don’t Want To Miss This…

Confidence: A Critical Attribute Every Comedian Must Have

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If you don’t have MAXIMUM confidence as a comedian, you simply will not get far in stand-up comedy. This article covers some of the major conditions that can erode a new comedian’s confidence and prevent them from getting the big laughs when they hit the stage. Continue reading Confidence: A Critical Attribute Every Comedian Must Have

A Look At The Benign Violation Theory

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This article takes a close look at the Benign Violation Theory developed by Peter McGraw and reveals some of the apparent holes in the theory related to its efficacy claims. Continue reading A Look At The Benign Violation Theory