So now you've got a couple of open mics under your belt, you've made the host chuckle a few times and you remember to move the mic stand outta your way. Hopefully you've also figured out a bit of your stage presence and have learned How to Deal With Freezing Up On Stage. Now before … Continue reading Six Ways To Get Booked on Comedy Shows by Clif Knight
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It’s All in the Delivery: How to Go from Crickets to Applause Break
So, you spontaneously told a joke at the office, and it was a hit. You told the joke again to the parking attendant and he kinda chuckled. Not the same response but you know the joke is funny because everyone in the break room laughed. It was funny…right? At a dinner with the in-laws that … Continue reading It’s All in the Delivery: How to Go from Crickets to Applause Break
New Comedians: How to Choose a Bio Photo
Last week, I covered the topic of How to Write a Bio When You Have Nothing to Brag About Yet. This week I want to talk about choosing your comedy bio photo or headshot. The first thing I’d like to point out is that if you’re brand new to comedy, there is about a 1 … Continue reading New Comedians: How to Choose a Bio Photo
New Comedians: How to Write a Bio When You Have Nothing to Brag About Yet
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re one of the following: A brand-new comic, currently in or fresh out of your stand-up program. A newish comic who has been pounding the open mics. An experienced comic who’s here to judge us and hopefully find a few things to mock. A slightly bored person who may … Continue reading New Comedians: How to Write a Bio When You Have Nothing to Brag About Yet
Event Planning: Lessons Learned by Frank Williamson
We have a special guest post today by Frank Williamson, organizer of sports card shows and comic book shows in the GTA. Frank is offering up his biggest lesson learned for organizing and hosting large events on a monthly basis! I'm the event organizer of a couple of ongoing sports card and comic book shows. … Continue reading Event Planning: Lessons Learned by Frank Williamson