DELRAY BEACH – When it comes to growing a comedy career, is social media or live performance more important?
That’s the question Global Village Space attempts to answer, and its search yielded some noteworthy results.
By now any comedian worth their billing understands that both a social presence and live performances are important. Both platforms can produce revenue. As many newbie comedians are learning, a strong social media following can open doors to major comedy club bookings.
But, in this article, comedy bookers note that there is no substitute for stage time. Without it – without becoming good at it – comedians are limited to social media careers.
What’s the proper balance? That depends on each individual comedian. Give the story a read.
Today’s Stand-Up Spotlight includes news that Dave Chappelle is launching a tour – one that doesn’t include a stop in Florida. There’s also a review of Mark Normand’s Netflix special, and some sad news about the passing of comedian Ron Sexton.
STAND-UP SPOTLIGHT – July 26, 2023
Social Media vs. Live Comedy: Stand-Up Comics Compare Digital and In-Person Performances
In today’s digital age, comedy has undergone a significant transformation. With the diversification of brick-and-mortar comedy clubs and the rise of social media platforms, the playing field for comedic talent has been leveled. However, it is important to note that viral success online does not guarantee a spot on a comedy club’s mainstage.
Erin von Schonfeldt, the executive VP of programming for Improv Comedy Club owners Levity Live, has been booking shows for their network of clubs since 1997. According to her, while some comedians may find initial success through viral online clips, there is no substitute for performing in front of live audiences night after night in multiple cities to build a solid foundation.
Dave Chappelle announces fall dates for his stand-up comedy tour
Dave Chappelle will hit the road this fall in a stand-up comedy tour called Dave Chappelle Live, announced exclusively July 25 on TODAY.
The tour opens with a pair of dates at New York City’s Madison Square Garden and wraps up at Chicago’s United Center.
Here’s a look at all the dates.
Mark Normand: Soup to Nuts Review – Dark humor will always be the king of the stage
Mark Normand has been in the stand-up comedy scene for over a decade. From Comedy Central‘s Comics to Watch to Esquire‘s Best New Comedians 2012, Normand has been on top of his game. Normand appeared on Netflix in the The Standups series, highlighting comedians doing half-hour specials in LA. However, Soup to Nuts is his first full hour special on the streaming giant.
Ron Sexton Dies: Stand-up Comedian And Voice Of Donnie Baker On ‘The Bob & Tom Show’ Was 52
Ron Sexton, a comedian best known as the voice of Donnie Baker on the long-running syndicated radio series The Bob & Tom Show, died Friday in Ohio while on tour with his stand-up comedy show, according to posts from his family and the show’s stars. He was 52.
The Bob & Tom Show is a syndicated radio program established by Bob Kevoian and Tom Griswold at WFBQ in Indianapolis in 1983, which has been syndicated nationally for decades and focuses on comedy and talk, describing itself as “a mash-up of news, sports, conversation and interviews.”
