Solid Information For New Comedians By Steve Roye
Asking about the number of jokes in a 2-3 minute stand-up comedy routine is not as good of a question as asking how many punchlines are in 2-3 minutes of comedy material. This article explains exactly what you need to know about punchline frequency. Continue reading How Many Jokes Are In A 2 To 3 Minute Stand-up Comedy Routine?
Discover why traditional stand-up comedy joke writing can be difficult and hit-or-miss. Learn why the standard joke writing methods may not work and how to objectively measure the funny in your act using just your smartphone. Discover why successful comedy relies heavily on delivery and expression, and how writing meant to be read differs from spoken language. Read on to find out how to improve your stand-up comedy act and become a sensation on stage. Continue reading “Why Traditional Joke Writing Methods Don’t Work for Stand-Up Comedy: The Importance of Delivery and Expression”
Is writer’s block a problem for comedians? Answer #1: Yes. Answer #2: It shouldn’t be. Find out why writer’s block should never be an issue for any comedian who is trying create stand-up comedy material for the stage. Here’s a hint: There is no such thing as “talker’s block”. Continue reading Do You Have Any Suggestions On How To Overcome Writer’s Block?