That South Florida comedians aren’t rushing to launch OnlyFans pages is fortunate for all involved.
But maybe they soon will.
The media platform best known for its paid pornographic services is making a push to add more forms of entertainment. Its new free service is leaning heavily into stand-up comedy – with some degree of success.
Today’s Stand-Up Spotlight leads with a story from Los Angeles about a comedy club putting true production values into their OnlyFans comedy specials. Will comedians – and comedy fans – be able to get past the stigma of performing on, or watching, the OnlyFans platform? That remains to be seen. It is worth following.
Also in today’s Spotlight, there’s a preview of Bill Burr’s upcoming Netflix series, Ginny Hogan’s upcoming special and the goodhearted reason one woman is giving stand-up a try.
There are all kinds of reasons to pursue the funny.
STAND-UP SPOTLIGHT – October 2, 2023
Will OnlyFans prove a new hub for comedy?
Comedy clubs tend to stay dark or at least low key on Mondays. A recent August showcase at Pasadena’s Ice House Comedy Club was anything but, a live taping of a series called “LMAOF” packing the remodeled Legendary Room with cameras and a crowd focused on material about dating, sex, relationships and just plain being horny.
Matt O’Brien, for example, relays a story from a rideshare driver about taking a porn star to her shoot. Later, O’Brien regrets having taken nude videos, if only because the email scammers blackmailing him don’t have the newest, hottest version of him possible. Nate Craig, a vocal fan of Pilates classes featuring large glass windows, admits, “A couple of years ago I got my identity stolen … thieved … married is what I meant.” Sensing a little crowd work might loosen the mood further, he looks around and quips, “A little insight to these OnlyFans live TV tapings, they seat the audience based on their sexual fetishes, so …”
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Bill Burr Takes on Fatherhood and Friendship in Netflix Film “Old Dads”
Bill Burr, renowned for his fiery stand-up comedy and candidly addressing his anger issues, steps into a new role as a director in his debut film, “Old Dads.” This cinematic venture explores the intricacies of parenthood, enduring friendships, and one man’s struggle with his notorious temper.
The film follows the journey of three lifelong pals who venture into the realm of fatherhood later in life, presenting them with the arduous task of adapting to an evolving world while clinging to their ’80s nostalgia.
Comedian and Ex-Engineer Ginny Hogan Talks Regression
You may know comedian Ginny Hogan from one of her pieces in the New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Cut, McSweeney’s, or another top-tier publication. Maybe you spotted her on Paste Comedy’s list of the best humorists writing today. Perhaps one of her viral Instagram reels or TikToks has graced your feed.
And if your entry point to knowing the comedy of Ginny Hogan is right here, right now—welcome. You’re in for a treat. The prolific multi-hyphenate just finished a month-long run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and is gearing up to tape her first stand-up special, Regression, directed by fellow comedian Hanna Dickinson, at West Side Comedy Club on October 13th.
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Greenock woman takes on stand-up comedy course for charity
Gaynor Lochhead has signed up for an eight-week comedy course which will culminate in her performing a five-minute routine in front of a live audience.
The 49-year-old trainee comic is embracing the laughter challenge to boost the funds of Christian support charity Kidron.
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