Hey, Aspiring Comedians. I'm building a stand-up comedy memberships site and need your help. If you know what you want or need to learn to get better at stand-up comedy, please explain it in a comment. Then I can make a video or design a lesson that will fulfill your needs. Break a Funny Bone!
I just started a 4 week (once a week) comedy class and was befuddled by the process. The instructor requires all of us to go up each week (including the first day) to tell a joke. I thought I was going to learn set up, punch line, and tag but instead I'm learning panic attacks, depression, and quitting (not sure if I meant this to be a joke)...but seriously the instructor's advice was "we need to just bomb at open mic for a long time" before we start understanding comedy. Greg, THANK YOU for providing this video for us. The illustration on joke structure is gold. I don't know where this journey is supposed to take me but I know with your help I will not need anti-anxiety medication to do comedy. :)
Most comedy teachers don't have a process or techniques and so forth. What they offer is their opinion about what they think is funny. Problem is, they're passing on their own sense of humor, and worse passing on their own limitations. You can get technique from my classes or books. stand-upcomedy.com Stay in touch.
Your videos have actually helped me better in comedy. I recently did a show in Pahrump, and through your technics, advise and tips, I was able to stick to my set and finish on a high note.
Just coming across this, I’m brand new at this comedy journey 😂😂great information I’m looking to take a class at Richmond Funny Bone in Richmond Va, I am looking to gain a lot of insight and knowledge to help me with my comedy journey
If you want to learn the techniques in the video check out our zoom classes. stand-upcomedy.com/product/level-1-how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine/ Be well.
Yao, how did it go down there? I’m a lil bit north from you, I’m trying to get as much exposure as possible. I’m hitting all of the comedy clubs in va to DC
Ive been waiting 15 years to gather the "cojones" to get up infront of an audience for my 1st set. I have tons of stories but i cant put them in a short bit. Can someone give me any free advice? Thanks much love, Gilbert
Don't mean to be too self serving, yet my book will teach you joke structure and jokes writing as well as many other skills. www.amazon.com/Step-Stand-Up-Comedy-Revised/dp/0989735176/ref=pd_lpo_sccl_1/133-5805711-5198631?pd_rd_w=wIGBv&content-id=amzn1.sym.116f529c-aa4d-4763-b2b6-4d614ec7dc00&pf_rd_p=116f529c-aa4d-4763-b2b6-4d614ec7dc00&pf_rd_r=K6AXAKRYG0NKJ4XWKWM9&pd_rd_wg=cBWtf&pd_rd_r=7c5b901d-1c13-4206-a133-4f5053bc9f1a&pd_rd_i=0989735176&psc=1
Zoom class starts tonight 2-20 4pm Pacific time. stand-upcomedy.com Hope to see you there. Also have ondemand classes on teachable gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.teachable.com/courses/
I’m a Photographer as well as a comic but I’m trying to focus on making money as a photographer since I rarely get paid for comedy gigs. What do you think I should do? Take a break from comedy?
Hey professor I did 4 bringers show for big bo the comedian He made $3,000 off the shows Didn't give the comedians nothing YUO SAID STAY AWAY FROM THOSE BRINGER SHOW I didn't listen , should have I paid out my pocket for the bringers shows I will whether be spending my money for your stand up comedy classes.
Sorry that happened, but lesson well learned. There are some bringers worth doing, but make sure there's something in it for you. Like you're on the bill with a famous comedian you want to get to know or it's a good showcase for you if an agent wants to see your work. To get stage time you can always start your own small open mic. Keep at it.
Just a quick question- the comedy of say Louis CK and Sebastian M utilise a very different approach to the shattering of expectations/assumptions formula you always come back to. How do they fit into the fundamentals of joke writing that you focus on?
You haven't read all of my work. There's a whole class of jokes where the setup is common knowledge. They shatter those assumptions which are already in our heads, not just the ones presented in the setup. Great question.
I'm working through your material. Can you cover what qualifies as joke stealing? A troll on social media attacked me saying I stole a joke. I got defensive because I wrote my joke by myself (and very hurt). And the joke she mentioned is similar that it also talks about constipation in context of a crime. so at 20,000ft view the premise is similar that way. But otherwise very different. Now I'm obsessing about it - what makes a joke a stolen joke... and I'm afraid of trolls now too.
If the person that wrote it says it's exactly like their joke. Otherwise, f#ck whoever said you were stealing, especially if you know it was original. I've had people tell me someone was stealing my material, so I watch their show. It had the same subject matter, that's it. Don't listen to others unless it's the author of the joke. If a joke is truly original, just ignore the accusations as they are usually misinformed. Be true to yourself.
It all begins with understanding my jokes structure and POVs. First you need to know where the jokes are so you can edit you story to the jokes that move the narrative along. All the best to you.
Okay. Please show me the literature sighting "joke structure" before 1982 when I coined the phrase in my early workbooks to explain how jokes work. If you cannot. Annoying!!!
Hey, Aspiring Comedians. I'm building a stand-up comedy memberships site and need your help. If you know what you want or need to learn to get better at stand-up comedy, please explain it in a comment. Then I can make a video or design a lesson that will fulfill your needs. Break a Funny Bone!
How to create a 5 minute set
I just started a 4 week (once a week) comedy class and was befuddled by the process. The instructor requires all of us to go up each week (including the first day) to tell a joke. I thought I was going to learn set up, punch line, and tag but instead I'm learning panic attacks, depression, and quitting (not sure if I meant this to be a joke)...but seriously the instructor's advice was "we need to just bomb at open mic for a long time" before we start understanding comedy. Greg, THANK YOU for providing this video for us. The illustration on joke structure is gold. I don't know where this journey is supposed to take me but I know with your help I will not need anti-anxiety medication to do comedy. :)
Most comedy teachers don't have a process or techniques and so forth. What they offer is their opinion about what they think is funny. Problem is, they're passing on their own sense of humor, and worse passing on their own limitations. You can get technique from my classes or books. stand-upcomedy.com Stay in touch.
Your videos have actually helped me better in comedy. I recently did a show in Pahrump, and through your technics, advise and tips, I was able to stick to my set and finish on a high note.
That is awesome!
Thanks Mr. Dean, you going to see me on SNL soon. An it’s all because of you. Thanks sincerely Brandon Perry
Dude that's awesome to hear!! Keep at it 💪💪💪💪
Please let me know when.
Excellent stuff
Thank you kindly
Brilliant. Lots and lots of useful tips.
Glad it was helpful!
Lots of great and helpful tips.
Glad it was helpful!
This will be very helpful as I write my first comedy set
Best of luck!
You got this! 🙌🏾
BECAUSE professor GREG DEAN
I was able to do those show
Much love and Respect
To the professor.
All the best to you as well.
Thanks for the insights, Greg. Your deconstructions are helping me with cutting the unnecessary crap- it’s so hard but I feel better equipped now.
Glad you find it helpful. Being a ruthless editor is one the greatest skills you'll ever develop. Keep in only what serves the joke.
I’ve got that pinned to my wall😀
I made one up: Some friends tried to wheel me into a boy band reunion on a stretcher but I got up and walked. I wasn't going to Take That lying down.
Great. Keep writing.
May finally take your class!!!!
We're here when the time is right.
Just coming across this, I’m brand new at this comedy journey 😂😂great information I’m looking to take a class at Richmond Funny Bone in Richmond Va, I am looking to gain a lot of insight and knowledge to help me with my comedy journey
If you want to learn the techniques in the video check out our zoom classes. stand-upcomedy.com/product/level-1-how-to-build-a-stand-up-comedy-routine/ Be well.
Yao, how did it go down there? I’m a lil bit north from you, I’m trying to get as much exposure as possible. I’m hitting all of the comedy clubs in va to DC
Great content!!! Seriously this is a very informational and helpful video
Glad you think so! Now take the class.
I Learned a lot Watching this video until the end ! Thank you 🙏🏾
You'll learn how to do all these things if you take the class. You don't know what you don't know. All the best.
Ive been waiting 15 years to gather the "cojones" to get up infront of an audience for my 1st set. I have tons of stories but i cant put them in a short bit. Can someone give me any free advice? Thanks much love, Gilbert
Don't mean to be too self serving, yet my book will teach you joke structure and jokes writing as well as many other skills. www.amazon.com/Step-Stand-Up-Comedy-Revised/dp/0989735176/ref=pd_lpo_sccl_1/133-5805711-5198631?pd_rd_w=wIGBv&content-id=amzn1.sym.116f529c-aa4d-4763-b2b6-4d614ec7dc00&pf_rd_p=116f529c-aa4d-4763-b2b6-4d614ec7dc00&pf_rd_r=K6AXAKRYG0NKJ4XWKWM9&pd_rd_wg=cBWtf&pd_rd_r=7c5b901d-1c13-4206-a133-4f5053bc9f1a&pd_rd_i=0989735176&psc=1
Adding the word because to a request; increases your odds of getting the response of yes and a follow through with
The fulfillment of the help request
Good advice.
How can I get trained through your courses
Zoom class starts tonight 2-20 4pm Pacific time. stand-upcomedy.com Hope to see you there. Also have ondemand classes on teachable gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.teachable.com/courses/
I’m a Photographer as well as a comic but I’m trying to focus on making money as a photographer since I rarely get paid for comedy gigs. What do you think I should do? Take a break from comedy?
Keep doing comedy. Sometimes it takes years to get to the point of being paid. The best reason to do stand-up is that you must. Be well.
@@gregdeancomedythank you
Iggy lovesky taught me that over an airbnb online experience
Really liked him.
Wow great content greg 👏 when you show the clips of your students i cant hear there audio is that fixable thanks all the best
Working on it. Thanks for letting me know.
Hey professor
I did 4 bringers show for big bo the comedian
He made $3,000 off the shows
Didn't give the comedians nothing
YUO SAID STAY AWAY FROM THOSE BRINGER SHOW
I didn't listen
, should have
I paid out my pocket for the bringers shows
I will whether be spending my money for your stand up comedy classes.
Sorry that happened, but lesson well learned. There are some bringers worth doing, but make sure there's something in it for you. Like you're on the bill with a famous comedian you want to get to know or it's a good showcase for you if an agent wants to see your work. To get stage time you can always start your own small open mic. Keep at it.
I,m confused..... You didnt get around to saying how much he gave you ?
Whatshup whatshup whatshup everyone
My spirits.
I'm going to an open mic tonight at a health bar requiring clean entertainment and G rated, G for geriatric, yes?
You can dirty up a clean show, but you can't clean up a dirty show. G rated you can perform anywhere. Keep up the great work.
Just a quick question- the comedy of say Louis CK and Sebastian M utilise a very different approach to the shattering of expectations/assumptions formula you always come back to. How do they fit into the fundamentals of joke writing that you focus on?
do they really?
You haven't read all of my work. There's a whole class of jokes where the setup is common knowledge. They shatter those assumptions which are already in our heads, not just the ones presented in the setup.
Great question.
5 laughs per minute is industry standard, yes?
yes
For the Zoom class with Gayla, would there be a chance I’d interact or get feedback from you Greg or is if only Gayla? 🤔
I'm around for part of zoom level 1. It's both of us.
I'm working through your material. Can you cover what qualifies as joke stealing?
A troll on social media attacked me saying I stole a joke. I got defensive because I wrote my joke by myself (and very hurt).
And the joke she mentioned is similar that it also talks about constipation in context of a crime. so at 20,000ft view the premise is similar that way. But otherwise very different.
Now I'm obsessing about it - what makes a joke a stolen joke... and I'm afraid of trolls now too.
If the person that wrote it says it's exactly like their joke. Otherwise, f#ck whoever said you were stealing, especially if you know it was original. I've had people tell me someone was stealing my material, so I watch their show. It had the same subject matter, that's it.
Don't listen to others unless it's the author of the joke. If a joke is truly original, just ignore the accusations as they are usually misinformed. Be true to yourself.
@@gregdeancomedy Thank you very much! I hear you. I just need to learn to grow thicker skin not to react emotionally
The more you perform the thicker the skin.@@Equals11
What if you live in Miami, too broke to pay for an improv class but you want to learn how to turn your stories in a joke???
It all begins with understanding my jokes structure and POVs. First you need to know where the jokes are so you can edit you story to the jokes that move the narrative along. All the best to you.
Try an open mic night and practice
go to the taurus.
Hi
Hey
Thanks for responding. Enjoying the videos. Helps alot
Premise, expectation, punchline, right?
Premise, Setup, Target Assumption, Punchline. Keep at it.
My name a Borat
Okay Sasha.
I really liked this video. NOT
The expected meaning was that you liked this video, the unexpected meaning was that you did not. It looks like you learned something here.
@@taylorchase2316 my comment was a joke. Read it a little slower. Idk if you have ever watched Borat or if you’re familiar with “not”
Jokes lol
@@austen44 same
@@taylorchase2316 I need to learn how to read lol
@@austen44 🤝
Hard time listening to Dean he takes credit for everything comedy happened long before him it will go on long after. Annoying!!!
Okay. Please show me the literature sighting "joke structure" before 1982 when I coined the phrase in my early workbooks to explain how jokes work. If you cannot. Annoying!!!