
THOUGHTS ON COMEDY BY COMEDIANS
A little of this and a little of that about stand-up comedy. We have articles for comedy fans, comedians, and producers, whatever your cup o' tea.

Stage Presence Dos and Don'ts
Comedy is a performance, and stage presence matters. It’s one of the many factors you need to take into consideration as you continue to hone your craft.
Stage Presence Dos and Don'ts
Comedy is a performance, and stage presence matters. It’s one of the many factors you need to take into consideration as you continue to hone your craft.

4 Dead Comics You Should Check Out Right Now - Pt. 1
These comedians set the stage for many to come after them, and they're still worth a watch.
4 Dead Comics You Should Check Out Right Now - Pt. 1
These comedians set the stage for many to come after them, and they're still worth a watch.


Organizing Your Stand-Up Jokes Using a Project Manager, Part 1
Andi Whiskey breaks down how she uses a project management system to organize her jokes and set lists.
Organizing Your Stand-Up Jokes Using a Project Manager, Part 1
Andi Whiskey breaks down how she uses a project management system to organize her jokes and set lists.

How To Prepare For Your First Open Mic
So you’re interested in doing stand-up comedy? How do you get started? Open mics.
How To Prepare For Your First Open Mic
So you’re interested in doing stand-up comedy? How do you get started? Open mics.

A Social Media Strategy For Comedians Who Don't Do Crowd Work
The strategy I’m going to outline is for any comedian, but particularly those who don’t do crowd work and still want a steady stream of comedy clips for their social media.
A Social Media Strategy For Comedians Who Don't Do Crowd Work
The strategy I’m going to outline is for any comedian, but particularly those who don’t do crowd work and still want a steady stream of comedy clips for their social media.

The Rise of Crowd Work Comedy Clips on Social Media
If you’re a comedy fan and love to watch comedy clips on Instagram or TikTok, you might have noticed that the majority of the clips, especially the viral ones, are comedians doing crowd work.
The Rise of Crowd Work Comedy Clips on Social Media
If you’re a comedy fan and love to watch comedy clips on Instagram or TikTok, you might have noticed that the majority of the clips, especially the viral ones, are comedians doing crowd work.

Green Room Etiquette for Comedians
The green room is a sacred, special place. Here are some tips to "not be that person".
Green Room Etiquette for Comedians
The green room is a sacred, special place. Here are some tips to "not be that person".

#02 Nitty Gritty Advice For Stand-Up Comedians
There is so much advice passed around amongst comedians if you listen closely enough. These are a few things I've learned from experience, and from comedy mentors.
#02 Nitty Gritty Advice For Stand-Up Comedians
There is so much advice passed around amongst comedians if you listen closely enough. These are a few things I've learned from experience, and from comedy mentors.

How To Start Getting Booked On Shows As A New Comedian
So you’ve been writing jokes, getting up at open mics, putting in some time. Now you want to know how to start getting booked on “real” comedy shows.
How To Start Getting Booked On Shows As A New Comedian
So you’ve been writing jokes, getting up at open mics, putting in some time. Now you want to know how to start getting booked on “real” comedy shows.

#01 Nitty Gritty Advice For Stand-Up Comedians
Once you learn the ropes, it’s time to step up your game, especially if you want to start getting regularly booked on shows.
#01 Nitty Gritty Advice For Stand-Up Comedians
Once you learn the ropes, it’s time to step up your game, especially if you want to start getting regularly booked on shows.

Comedian's Guide to Using Slotted.com for Open Mics
Whether you're a comedian or comedy producer, Slotted.com offers useful ways to keep the comedy world organized.
Comedian's Guide to Using Slotted.com for Open Mics
Whether you're a comedian or comedy producer, Slotted.com offers useful ways to keep the comedy world organized.

Getting Started in Comedy in San Diego: A Beginner’s Guide
Is it time to take the leap and get on stage? Here's how to get started in San Diego.
Getting Started in Comedy in San Diego: A Beginner’s Guide
Is it time to take the leap and get on stage? Here's how to get started in San Diego.

Stand-Up Comedy Showcase Vs. A Feature Show
There are two main types of stand-up comedy shows out there, and we wanted to set the record straight for what's what.
Stand-Up Comedy Showcase Vs. A Feature Show
There are two main types of stand-up comedy shows out there, and we wanted to set the record straight for what's what.
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Meet Our Authors
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Alex Petit
Alex is a comedian and producer in San Diego, and is well know at being pretty good at one of those two skillsets...
Alex Petit
Alex is a comedian and producer in San Diego, and is well know at being pretty good at one of those two skillsets...
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Darin Woolpert
In addition to doing stand-up improv and sketch comedy, Darin has a white belt in karate AND judo.
Darin Woolpert
In addition to doing stand-up improv and sketch comedy, Darin has a white belt in karate AND judo.
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Rebecca Robinson
Rebecca is a comedian and writer that hates thin milkshakes and social inequality and uses everyday happenings to create jokes that are observational, dark and absurd.
Rebecca Robinson
Rebecca is a comedian and writer that hates thin milkshakes and social inequality and uses everyday happenings to create jokes that are observational, dark and absurd.
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