Performing Arts - Stand-Up Comedy
Here you will learn some English words related to stand-up comedy such as "gag", "crowd work", and "comedy club".
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a short, witty, and concise joke or humorous observation that is delivered in a single line
(Yiddish) a comedian's distinctive style, routine, or comedic gimmick that sets them apart from others
a venue where comedians perform stand-up comedy routines to a live audience
the host and organizer of a public event who introduces acts and ensures the smooth flow of activities
the practice of a performer engaging with and interacting with the audience during a live performance, often in a comedic or improvisational manner
the act of plagiarizing or stealing jokes or comedic material from another comedian without giving proper credit or permission
a comedian who relies on tired, overused, or clichéd material, often resulting in unoriginal or predictable jokes
a well-rehearsed and polished set of five minutes of material that a comedian can perform reliably in front of an audience
comedy content that contains explicit, vulgar, or risqué language, themes, or topics that are considered more provocative, edgy, or offensive in nature
a short, humorous anecdote, joke, or punchline intended to elicit laughter
an individual in an audience who interrupts a performance, typically a comedian or speaker, by making loud or disruptive comments, criticisms, or jeers
a joke or reference understood only by a specific group, often based on shared experiences or knowledge
something a person says that is intended to make others laugh
one's face when it is devoid of any signs of amusement, interest, or even sadness
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