The Downside with Gianmarco Soresi Christmas Crowd Work (Patreon Excerpt)
Dec 24, 2025
Get ready for a festive romp as Gianmarco and Russell load up on holiday cheer! They hilariously navigate interrupted Christmas carols, tackle a neighbor overhearing a conservative song, and share their wild wardrobe choices for shows. Audience interactions spark a lively discussion about holiday traditions, spirituality, and even awkward Jewish jokes. The duo also dives into the art of crowd work, making the season bright with laughter and engaging banter. It's a joyful celebration of humor and the holidays!
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Christmas Carol Chaos
- Gianmarco performs a dramatic Christmas song about Jesus that derails the show and draws Russell's onstage interruption.
- The bit escalates into repeated chanting and a comedic shutdown, highlighting live crowd unpredictability.
Santa Suit Investment
- Gianmarco and Russell banter about costumes, Santa gigs, and a pricey inflatable menorah onstage.
- They riff on holiday performer pay and personal investment in festive props for comedy value.
Crowd Work Evolves Into Themes
- Gianmarco explains that crowd work has evolved into themed, algorithm-friendly content like holiday specials.
- He frames modern crowd work as a strategic performance art that leans into trends and formats.