Learn how to become a comedian with expert tips and techniques to help you joke your way to Comedy Central in this free stand-up comedy video series.
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Summary: Pursuing stand-up comedy as a profession can be difficult and frustrating, but the successes are indescribably rewarding. So what's the secret to success? Be funny of course. That's it.
Okay, there's more. In this series you will learn all about technique and often overlooked tips for beginning stand-up comics. Ranging from length of set, to where to network, to how to hold a microphone, this series has a little something for any beginning comedian. Avoid the common mistakes of rookies and avoid learning the hard way. Learn how to nail all the technical stuff so you can relax and focus on the funny.
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Expert: Chris Murphy has been a stand up comedian for more than 15 years. He is a veteran of the New York City comedy circuit, appearing regularly at the Broadway Comedy Club and the New York Comedy Club. Chris has appeared on A & E Evening at the Improv and Caroline's Comedy Hour, as well as Comedy Central's Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn, where he was a contributing writer for the show. He currently teaches and performs stand-up comedy in New York City.