From: Stand-Up Comedy: The Art of Making a Room Laugh

What makes a joke work better when shared in person?

Timing, tone, and audience engagement transform jokes from words on a page into shared moments of laughter. Seeing how comedians read and react to an audience can improve your own communication skills.

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Practice telling a joke to friends and observe their reactions to adjust your delivery.

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Successful stand-up comedy depends on a comedian’s ability to read and interact with the audience...

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Stand-up comedy has its historical roots in vaudeville, minstrel shows, and early 20th-century va...

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Comedians construct their performances using routines made of interconnected jokes or 'bits' that...

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Stand-Up Comedy: The Art of Making a Room Laugh

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