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(via Playing The Talent Booking Game) Hey Dave – You’ve been writing about promoting. I’m on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. How do I get bookers to look at my video? I send emails but don’t hear back and don’t know if they’re watching. Thanks – D.M.

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To become a working comic, experience in front of an audience (stage time) is mandatory. But there may not be a lot of performance opportunities in your area. One way to get stage time is to run an open mic and an email from an aspiring comedian asked for suggestions on how to approach potential venues. A quote from Steve Martin in "The Jerk" says it all, but we'll look a little deeper into the "business" of starting an open mic. From the author of "How To Be A Working Comic."

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Bombing On Stage | How To Be A Working Comic #22

Every working comic has bombed on stage - especially when starting out. The thought might scare off aspiring comedians, but it's part of the learning process. Hopefully the lesson learned is how to cut down the odds of bombing again, or how to prevent an onstage "free fall." That's just what a headlining comedian and successful comedy writer in Hollywood did by using what he learned - when starting out - to turn a potential bomb into a successful performance with a lot of laughs. From the author of "How To Be A Working Comic.”

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Video Editing: Hiding Something? | How To Be A Working Comic #17

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Branding | How To Be A Working Comic #14

It's another field trip! When we talk about getting a Mickey Mouse outfit, we don't mean a hat with big ears. This episode is about turning your online marketing efforts away from too many distractions and focusing on getting hired. It's all about branding and we're using the biggest mouse in the world for inspiration. From the author of "How To Be A Working Comic".

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Wait a minute... That's not Dave! The topic is bringing energy to your performances to help you connect with an audience. Eye contact and personality will set you apart from the crowd and gives you a better chance at being remembered. Why is that good? Because you never know who might be watching and could play a future role in helping you become a "working comic." There's a special guest star for this episode who has an energetic onstage resume that includes starring roles in "Miss Saigon," "Mama Mia," "Footloose" and others.

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Congratulations to all the comedians for a hilarious comedy workshop showcase last night at The Cleveland Improv. This one was funny from beginning to end - and earned BIG laughs from our "almost" sold-out audience (we were close!). Special thanks to our MC Angela Verges, show-closer Anthony Mayo AND a special surprise set (he didn't know it was coming - but good to be in the right place at the right time) from Steven Prince. Someone said I even got a few laughs, but it was just my pre-recorded laugh track (that I take everywhere with me). Next workshop starts February 18 at The Tampa Improv and then back in Cleveland this spring. Stay tuned for dates.

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Photo left to right: Ron Gould, Dave (me!), Grant G Bowtie Guy, Frank Perri, Tim Hinton, Hollie Hallingshead, Angela Verges, Travis Brown, Emmy Taylor, Anthony Mayo, Dave Cody and Steven Prince. Thanks for a great night - and keep laughing!

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Showcase Your Comedy Writing | How To Be A Working Comic #11

You would think all comedians want to be on stage, but some would rather be comedy writers and stay behind the scenes. An email from one of our subscribers asked about writing for sitcoms and how to submit material. I have an experienced theory about this and make my point while visiting the Music City Showcase Capital - Nashville, Tennessee. From the author of "How To Be A Working Comic”.

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Moms Mabley: The Funniest Woman in the World | What's So Funny!

In this episode of "What’s So Funny!" we are listening to the one and only Moms Mabley and her 1970 album “Live at Sing Sing.”

Jackie Moms Mabley is not only known as the funniest woman in the world, but also known as the first black stand up comedienne, the first black woman to take the stage at the Apollo theater, and the first black woman to play at Carnegie Hall. Her career spans over 30 years, and she really knows how to put on a show. Listen in to find out what it’s like to be live in Sing Sing.

The album we are listening to is "Live at Sing Sing," written and performed by Moms Mabley, Mercury Records, 1970. Thanks for watching, be sure to subscribe to "What's So Funny!" podcast and as always - keep laughing!

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Video & Audio Set-Up For Your Zoom Show | How To Be A Working Comic #10

The topic in a recent video was about making your online performance a "show." Zoom and YouTube webcasts are going to be around for a long time and you never know who might be watching - and scheduling future (paid) shows. But what is the basic (and affordable) video and audio equipment you should have to keep you from looking like you're standing in a shadow with bad sound quality? Here are suggestions from the author of "How To Be A Working Comic"

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Performing Online | How To Be A Working Comic #9

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Udemy Course How To Be A Working Comic

Now a new course on Udemy - "How To Be A Working Comic: An Insider's Guide To A Career In Stand-Up Comedy." We are offering a special discount of $9.99 to YouTube visitors until November 1, 2022. That's 75% off the regular price of $39.99. Course includes over two and a half hours of video lectures, articles and assignments. To receive this special $9.99 offer you must use the following link to register: 

https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-be-a-working-comic/?couponCode=582FAD26124C2FAA87DE 

 This video will be taken down on November 2, 2022 - so don't lose this opportunity. Thanks for watching - thanks for reading - and we'll look forward to seeing you on stage. Keep Laughing!

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You've heard there is only one opportunity to make a good first impression. In the comedy biz, that first impression can last a lot longer than you might think - or want. How can you avoid making a lasting first mistake? That's today's topic, along with an insider story from the author of "How To Be A Working Comic"

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What's Your Showcase? | How To Be A Working Comic #7