Joke structure is one of the single most important skills that a stand up comedian needs to creat a superb stand up comedy routine. Greg Dean, the creator explains the early days of the development of this technique which gives great insight on how to create jokes.
These days, the internet provides free exposure to every stand up comedian, so it’s worth thinking about how much to post. Here are some of my ideas on the matter: Understand the Benefits & Risks to a Stand Up Comedian As a stand up comedian, making your material...
Doing Dark Material by Greg Dean, the Professor of Stand Up Comedy In today’s stand-up comedy scene, the tone has turned toward darker material. In a never-ending search for topics that haven’t been talked about stand-up comedians are pushing that line between...
Would you go to any professional who didn’t have any training for his job? Today, I want to talk about why the most common route many people choose to take to become successful as a stand up comedian isn’t necessarily the best route to achieving stand up comedy...
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Greg Dean is, simply put, a technician. Taking his class has truly transformed the way I perform. The way that he pulls material out of his students is a true testament to his devotion to the craft and art of Comedy. Kristina C. Waltham, MA
Recommend Greg’s classes 100%! I’m currently enrolled in his 101 class and I couldn’t be happier with what I’m learning and the environment Greg creates in the classroom. Teaching beginners is tough, but Greg does so in a manner that makes you feel at ease and eager to dive in and learn more.Sean T., Orinda, CA
