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

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

What You Really Need To Know About Hecklers

There are many funny people who avoid becoming a comedian because of the prospect of having to deal with hecklers. If that describes you, you might want to take a close look at this article because you will find that getting heckled – by and large – is mostly caused by comedians themselves. Continue reading What You Really Need To Know About Hecklers

Is There Any Way To Bypass Stand-up Comedy Open Mic Nights?

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One thing new comedians need is stage time to hone their stage skill and to develop their act to the highest level possible. Comedy club open mics have always been the standard platform for this. But are there any alternatives? This article explores those options. Continue reading Is There Any Way To Bypass Stand-up Comedy Open Mic Nights?