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falcon2600 New user 42 Posts |
Hi,
I'm really interested in sense of humor and how to be funny. Do you have any material and suggestion about how to improve this ability? Thanks. |
MultiSlacker New user GA 59 Posts |
I think magic and comedy have a lot in common. They both rely on misdirection, timing, and a surprise. Good comedians quickly establish rapport, lead someone toward a conclusion, and share with them a perspective not previously envisioned. That's all vague and what-not but those are the essentials that work for me.
I was influenced by Johnathan Winters as a kid and later Robin Williams (who studied under Winters). I was drawn to them, I think, because my brain is naturally wired in similar ways. It was easy or natural, I suppose. To me, comedy is all about figuring out how you naturally communicate, and exploiting that in ways that make others eagerly anticipate your conclusion. When it works, they get a rush of dopamine and want another 'fix'. |
Sealegs Inner circle The UK, Portsmouth 2596 Posts |
You might want to check out Steve Matin's Masterclass.
Neal Austin
"The golden rule is that there are no golden rules." G.B. Shaw |
harris Inner circle Harris Deutsch 8812 Posts |
Seinfield said the closer the humor is to you the better it will be for your audiences.
The latest combines two things I like Sound gags and harmonica. I have a bow and a harmonica. I tap the bow on a table Elegantly open a violin case Remove a harmonica from it Double take from bow to harmonica & then with the bow make it play/sound
Harris Deutsch aka dr laugh
drlaugh4u@gmail.com music, magic and marvelous toys http://magician.org/member/drlaugh4u |
zachwyman New user Maryland 53 Posts |
Go to comedy clubs in your area and see different styles and see if one fits you.
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Sealegs Inner circle The UK, Portsmouth 2596 Posts |
Falcon2600 wrote "Do you have any material and suggestion about how to improve this ability?"
Write or buy some material and go out and try it out. The only way to really learn is from doing it. Be prepared to have a thick skin as you're almost certain to crash and burn. But if you can deal with that go out and do it again and again until you get good.
Neal Austin
"The golden rule is that there are no golden rules." G.B. Shaw |
Woodini New user 36 Posts |
Try several approaches. Not every style fits everyone. Your natural ability will soon surface.
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gabelson Inner circle conscientious observer 2137 Posts |
Not to self-promote (so I'll let esteemed mentalist Paul Draper do it for me):
http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/viewt......forum=15 |
terrillific Loyal user San Antonio, TX 292 Posts |
Take an improv class or workshop. I guarantee you will find ways your funny you didn't know.
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imgic Inner circle Moved back to Midwest to see 1337 Posts |
Have kids. They provide an endless source of material.
"Imagination is more important than knowledge."
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Comedy Writer Special user 594 Posts |
Have you thought about the American Comedy Writing Convention? May 12, 2018 in Minneapolis.
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danfreed Inner circle West Chester PA 1354 Posts |
Yes, as someone mentioned, take an improv comedy class, it's helpful in many ways, and it's a lot of fun. I just joined a part-time pro improv group. I've done improv for years, can't recommend it enough. And study whoever you think are masters of comedy, anyone from Laurel and Hardy to Steve Martin, and don't just watch them, study them. There may also be a stand-up comedy class available, that was also a very good experience when I did it.
Dan Freed
AKA The Amazing Spaghetti https://www.magiciandanfreed.com/birthday-party-magician-for-kids http://thecaricatureartist.com http://danieljayfreed.com |
Comedy Writer Special user 594 Posts |
I love learning improv - but also consider taking a writing class - esp. script writing
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imgic Inner circle Moved back to Midwest to see 1337 Posts |
Also consider Toastmasters
"Imagination is more important than knowledge."
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