At first blush a comedian’s hands wouldn’t seem too important.
After all, audiences focus on the jokes, and jokes are words, right?
Not always. Watch some of the best comedians, and notice how they use their bodies to help sell jokes.
Comics don’t have to be overly animated. Even a well timed little fist punch can be the difference between a joke landing or bombing.
Today’s Stand-Up Spotlight’s top story offers budding comics some ideas for being more physical.
In the second story Danny Cho discusses his minimum three-laugh-per-minute approach to comedy. There’s also news of a comedy festival coming to Tampa in January, and a preview of Dark Side of Comedy Season 2.
Start the week with the funny.
STAND-UP SPOTLIGHT – October 16, 2023
Physicality in stand-up comedy: What should I do with my hands?
When I speak to stand-ups about their stage presence or physicality, they often give excuses: “I’m just an awkward person”, “I’ve been meaning to take a clowning course”, or “I’m British”. It can be incredibly daunting to receive feedback on your set that isn’t directly about your jokes, but taking the time to consider how and why you are moving on stage can make a world of difference to your performance.
Stand-up comedian Danny Cho strives for comedy like ‘ripened kimchi’
“You should make people laugh at least three times a minute. That’s stand-up comedy. Otherwise, it’s just a lecture,” stand-up comedian Danny Cho said.
With no props other than a microphone, the comedian makes people burst into laughter from the stage. Ever since he was young, the now 41-year-old comedian has loved making people laugh. He majored in economics at the University of California, Los Angeles. After graduating, he landed a high-paying job at a consulting firm. But he didn’t give up on his comedy career, and after work he would go to perform on stage. Stand-up comedy meant more to him than anything else in his life.
Tampa Bay Will Host Sunshine Comedy Fest
Who doesn’t love a good laugh? Every time I go to a comedy club I always ask myself, “Why don’t I do this more often?” With the Sunshine Comedy Fest coming to Tampa Bay, there will be plenty of opportunities for laughter coming our way in 2024.
The Sunshine Comedy Fest kicks off on January 11th and runs through January 14th. It’s taking place in Tampa and St. Petersburg at various hotspots for comedy shows, including Sidesplitters Comedy Club and the Floridan Social Club.
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What to expect from Dark Side of Comedy season 2
Dark Side of Comedy is set to return on Vice TV, as the series’ trailer has already been released. It promises to provide insight into the stories of one of the comedy industry’s most recognizable figures.
Throughout this series, fans will learn about the struggles comedians face that led to their success. During season 2, the show will look at and discuss the stories of some of the best comedians of all time. These will include names like Robin Williams, Sam Kinison, Joan Rivers, Carlos Mencia, Phil Hartman, Tracy Morgan, Ellen DeGeneres, Norm MacDonald, and Gilda Radner.
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