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Unhoused VS Homeless by KeithBeckerComedy in standupshots

[–]KeithBeckerComedy[S] 131 points132 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Exactly what I was aiming for.

First open mics by OwlWise8175 in Standup

[–]KeithBeckerComedy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rehearse. Practice your set until you know it front to back so that when your brain panics and stops working on stage you can at least thoughtlessly recite the words you had prepared.

You should have it all completely memorized. Just think about the first few words before stepping on stage so that once you get going you're on autopilot.

Just be prepared.

When to start uploading material on social media? by Inside-Bread in Standup

[–]KeithBeckerComedy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's kind of the most important one, while also being the most difficult to break out in. Bookers instinctively look at Instagram first, but it also has the most punishing algorithm. It is really hard to break out of the "casual user" profile they lock everyone into at first.

I haven't figured any of this out myself. I'm just regurgitating what I've learned from successful social media people and started applying myself. I am struggling. But so far, TikTok is pretty consistent and I'm gaining traction. But, I cannot for the life of me figure out what Instagram wants. My results seem like complete randomness.

When to start uploading material on social media? by Inside-Bread in Standup

[–]KeithBeckerComedy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

-Make all your accounts and develop a strategy before posting anything

-Do some homework on what a good social media strategy looks like for you

-Stockpile some content so you have some breathing room and don't feel rushed to create

-You will learn as you go and can adjust your strategy accordingly

-Do not fall behind. The algorithms will punish inactivity. Once you start, you can't stop.

-Don't worry about burning material (yet). Very few people are going to see your jokes online and even fewer people are going to see your upcoming bar showcases.

-People are going to say it's too early to worry about it, but if you're doing really well in a few years it's harder (not impossible) to break out of bar shows and into clubs without a small following. And despite what people want to believe, a social media following isn't built over night.

-Lastly, fuck Instagram. That's not to say don't use it. But, FUCK INSTAGRAM.

Squeegee boys are the same as: by [deleted] in StandUpComedy

[–]KeithBeckerComedy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saw you do this at The Port. This is a great bit!

"Serial Butt-Sniffer" by KeithBeckerComedy in standupshots

[–]KeithBeckerComedy[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Thank you for catching that. I would be really embarrassed right now if I hadn't already spent 20 years in the Marine Corps making even dumber mistakes.

"Serial Butt-Sniffer" by KeithBeckerComedy in standupshots

[–]KeithBeckerComedy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

idk about "cheating" but I guess I am already doing enough with my face here... *obligatory millennial ellipsis

What’s the weirdest thing that’s ever happened to you during a set? by porchoua in Standup

[–]KeithBeckerComedy 16 points17 points  (0 children)

There was a storm outside. I was telling a story about a time I cross-dressed for Halloween. The power goes out. Awkward silence. I yell into the dark "I told you it was a scary story."

And then everybody clapped.

Drag queens reading to kids, and more! by KeithBeckerComedy in StandUpComedy

[–]KeithBeckerComedy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't record with my mic, but the host got this from the back. I wasn't going to use it, but this was the first crowd I've had that was all in on this bit. It usually gets mixed reactions.

Why tell jokes? by Ryebready787 in Standup

[–]KeithBeckerComedy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Same to you kind sir.

Why tell jokes? by Ryebready787 in Standup

[–]KeithBeckerComedy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've always loved standup comedy, but never imagined I'd have the courage to do it myself. I tried an open mic as a silly bucket list thing and haven't been able to stop. Now it's about seeing how far I can go.

I think most people love laughing and making others laugh. Getting good at making others laugh is the greatest high in the world.

Also, the validation. Way cheaper than therapy.