Chapter
Tips for a Successful Stand-Up Comedy Set
1:01:45 - 1:05:35 (03:50)
The key to a successful stand-up comedy set is preparation, knowing your audience, and being adaptable to their response. It's also important to save some material for air, in case your initial jokes don't land.
Clips
A former Saturday Night Live cast member reflects on the show's unique magic and the importance of nailing the "live" aspect of it.
1:01:45 - 1:03:13 (01:28)
Saturday Night Live
Summary
A former Saturday Night Live cast member reflects on the show's unique magic and the importance of nailing the "live" aspect of it.
ChapterTips for a Successful Stand-Up Comedy Set
EpisodeDarrell Hammond
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the importance of getting comfortable with the language and voice, knowing the mark, and getting some laughs in order to succeed in SNL's cold openings, while also stressing the importance of saving something for air and maintaining confidence throughout the performance.
1:03:13 - 1:05:35 (02:21)
SNL
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker discusses the importance of getting comfortable with the language and voice, knowing the mark, and getting some laughs in order to succeed in SNL's cold openings, while also stressing the importance of saving something for air and maintaining confidence throughout the performance.