Advantage Or Disadvantage: Which Do You Prefer?

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You might be surprised to find out that most new comedians unknowingly choose to be at a serious disadvantage in their stand-up comedy efforts. This revealing article explains why and provides the keys for having a significant advantage as a new comedian. Continue reading Advantage Or Disadvantage: Which Do You Prefer?

How Many Jokes Are In A Minute Of Stand-up Comedy Material?

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If you want to command the stand-up comedy stage, you MUST get frequent laughs when you deliver your stand-up comedy material. This article reveals the number of jokes and punchlines needed in a stand-up comedy act to generate headline level laughs. Continue reading How Many Jokes Are In A Minute Of Stand-up Comedy Material?

Why The Opening Stand-up Comedy Act Has The Hardest Job

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It’s a well known fact that the hardest job in a line up of comedians is the opening act. But you might be surprised to learn that it is not necessarily talent or experience that makes it tough. There are other factors involved, even when the comedian talent level in a show is the same. Continue reading Why The Opening Stand-up Comedy Act Has The Hardest Job