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

It’s Not Just One Thing That Makes Stand-up Comedy Material Work (And Work Well)

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Most new comedians choose to only work with words and sentences as they are produced from a process of “writing” in order to produce stand-up comedy material that works. There are many more factors involved in order to get the laughs you want on stage. Continue reading It’s Not Just One Thing That Makes Stand-up Comedy Material Work (And Work Well)

Top 10 Reasons Why People With Real Comedy Talent Suck At Stand-up Comedy Open Mics

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Most people who take a shot at stand-up comedy have more than enough comedy talent to get big laughs on stage. But go to ANY stand-up comedy open mic night and vast majority of new comedians are AWFUL. This article identifies the top 10 reasons why most new comedians suck on stage. Continue reading Top 10 Reasons Why People With Real Comedy Talent Suck At Stand-up Comedy Open Mics