Introduction To Stand-Up Comedy

When taught as a series of skills, anyone can learn the techniques of being funny.

What you'll learn

Greg Dean has broken down the techniques of being funny so they can be taught and learned.

Anyone can practice and master the skills of joke writing and performing.

Gain an overall understanding of the various skill sets of being funny.

There is a step-by-step path for turning your dreams of being a comedian into reality.

Requirements

No experience needed. It's better to learn from scratch as you'll develop only good habits.

Description

The Path of the ComedianThis stand-up comedy fundamentals video course is the shortest, fastest, and easiest way to learn how to do stand-up comedy. There are a few things you should know before you get started in stand-up comedy. First, it is important to have a good understanding of the basic comedy techniques used by all great comedians use in their acts.Joke StructureFirst of all, Greg Dean innovated and coined the term joke structure. Once you understand how jokes work, it’ll be clear to you how to write and rewrite them to get laughs. Jokes are a specialized form containing with two sections and mechanisms which connect them. This is the shortcut to writing, editing, and improving jokes.Joke WritingJoke writing is easy once you know how jokes work. Then the more you write jokes the better you get at it. You'll learn several different methods to generate comedy material, not just writing. Greg Dean has developed several different methods of writing jokes.Joke PitchingCollaborating is the most powerful way to develop stand-up comedy routines. The trick to creating and maintaining a writing group. To do that you must be good at pitching jokes and tags. (Tags are another punch following a punch without a new setup.) This how to create a professional 5+ laughs per minute show.Ranting to a RoutineThis stream of consciousness tirade is one of the most powerful means of forming the basic ideas for a stand-up comedy routine. Ranting sets you free to honestly state your opinions about a subject, then you’ll learn how to fill it with jokes.Doing Crowd WorkWhat do you do when your material isn't working? You do something else. That something else is talking with the audience. It seems terrifying, yet you’ll learn techniques is to know how to find something to talk about.Telling Funny StoriesDean introduces you to his revolutionary anatomy of funny storytelling. You’ll learn how to stage scenes. Then he ties in his joke structure to help you find and present the funny. Soon you'll have so many jokes, you’ll need to remove the ones that get the least laughter.If you’re willing to put in the time and effort, then stand-up comedy can be a great way to entertain and make a living. So, what are you waiting for? It's time to start making people laugh.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Can Comedy Be Taught?

Section 2: Basic Training for Stand-Up Comedy

Lecture 2 Joke Structure & Writing

Lecture 3 3 Points of View - Funny Storytelling

Lecture 4 Microphone Technique "Can you hear me?"

Section 3: Advanced Training for Stand-Up Comedy

Lecture 5 Ranting for Comedy Material

Lecture 6 Crowd Work "What's Your Name?"

Lecture 7 Writing Jokes While on Stage

Lecture 8 Joke Writing in Groups - Collaboration

Lecture 9 Performing Techniques - Being Present

Lecture 10 Putting It All Together

Section 4: Conclusion

Lecture 11 Testimonials from Students

Anyone interested in being funnier and making people laugh. You!