Getting choppy with standup
Mr Fanning picked up my set and put on his ‘let me show you how it’s done‘ face. He started to read and within seconds I was shouting out. He was adding words here and there. Doing the thing my comedy teacher warned against.
A new addiction
My emotions veered from sheer frustration through to the joy of nailing a performance – when the audience laughed (and at one point applauded a joke), I was stunned. I’ve asked those who came to support me and they confirmed what I already knew – I started out ropey, but found my feet and didn’t disgrace myself.
Learning to write again – the world of standup comedy
It took years to reach a point where I believe my writing reflects ‘my voice’. There is a rhythm, and…
So you think you’re funny?
If there’s anything guaranteed to set my teeth on edge, it’s people who yap on about stepping outside their comfort…
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