Funny You Should Mention Season 2 - Alex Edelman
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Challenges and Insights in Stand-Up Comedy
This chapter explores the difficulties comedians face when performing in intimate venues like the Comedy Cellar, particularly with unresponsive audiences. Reflecting on personal anecdotes and the impact of prior experiences, the speakers discuss the unpredictability of trying out new material and the evolution of comedy through audience engagement. They also draw parallels between stand-up and vaudeville, examining how humor is woven into narrative structures in both live performances and musical theater.
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