
170. Please Don't Destroy Returns: The Journey of an SNL Sketch from Pitch to Air
Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out
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The Art of Comedy Pitching
This chapter explores the challenges of pitching comedic ideas within sketch comedy, highlighting the emotional journey from idea generation to script transformation. Personal anecdotes and insights into the collaborative writing process showcase the pressures and excitement of meeting deadlines. The speakers also discuss improvisation and its role in enhancing the chaotic energy of their performances, alongside audience interactions that illuminate the dynamics of their comedy group.
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