How to Write Funnier Jokes: Tip 1 – Short Setups and Punchlines
Short Setups and PunchlinesIn this article, , I’ll discuss this most important aspect of stand-up comedy that helps jokes get better laughs. “In stand-up comedy, you strip out everything except what serves the joke.” – Patton Oswald.Professional comedians write and...
The Importance of Negative Opinions in Stand Up Comedy
What’s Bugging You? A great stand up comedy premise usually begins with a negative opinion. But there’s a common misconception that having a negative opinion means you must feel hate, or strong anger. And sure, if you do feel hate (and it’s funny), or you...
Stand Up Comedy Classes: How Do I Know if a Joke is Funny?
Every stand up comedian must eventually test new material to find out if a joke gets a laugh or the roar of silence (which can be very loud!) So here are a few things to keep in mind. Make Sure It’s a Joke One of the fundamentals that I teach in my stand up...Gayla Johnson (Senior Instructor) Doing a Short Bit on Police Harassment
/ About Gayla Johnson Gayla is a Senior Teacher and Co-Owner of Greg Dean’s Comedy Classes. As a 20-year veteran instructor, Producer of the Comedy Classes, and C.E.O. of Greg Dean’s Comedy, she is certified in Dean’s Level 1 & Level 2 Comedy Techniques &...