Hi there my name is Chris and I am trying to break into stand up comedy and was looking for advice on how to start I have some material already written down and I have sent out emails to comedy club around Calgary but I’m just a little lose right now and any advice will help thank you:

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I'm based in Calgary, Alberta, and I'm keen on diving into lesrning stand-up comedy. However, my search for stand-up comedy classes in the area led me to this Calgary based organization called FunnyFest. I'm curious if their classes are worth it. I attended a performance by one of the organizers last year, but not a single laugh punctuated his 5-10 minute routine, despite his two decades of experience. Are there alternative stand-up comedy classes in Calgary worth considering? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated

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Helpful Hints to Have the Best Comedy Show

1. Advertising: There are a number of ways to advertise for your show that won’t cost you any money, just a little bit time. Whatever community you live in there are online forums and message boards which you can use; here are some you can get familiar with. Kijiji.ca, reddit.com, facebook.com, twitter.com, craigslist.ca. There’s many more of these sites out there you just have to google them. Also most community newspaper/radio stations will usually advertise for free. If you’re selling tickets to the show, set some aside to give away/sell half price to, to any large companies in your town. They usually show up in large groups and drink.

2. MIC/Sound: Do a thorough mic/sound test an hour prior to opening the doors. Mic tests are uncomfortable and awkward for anyone who is doing it, but the number one thing that will ruin a show is the sound so it is vital that it is working properly. When doing a mic test ensure that you speak loudly and frequently and walk around the whole stage to make sure there are no hot spots that will cause feedback. A good thorough mic test should take at least 10 minutes. Also set the volume slightly louder than you think it needs to be, once the room is full the sound won’t travel as well.

3. Room Setup: Before you open the doors, make reserve signs and write a fake name on it and put them on all the back tables that are furthest from the stage. (EX. Stephenson for 12.) This will force people to fill up the front of the room first, and when you need the back tables you can take away the reserve signs. It’s also a good idea to have fewer tables in the room than you expecting to need, but have them on hand to bring in when needed. It gives the illusion that the show is over sold and “is the place to be”.

4. Doors Open: It’s a good idea to have someone at the door to greet people and let them know that there is a comedy show happening. They don’t have to seat the people just let them know they can sit anywhere there’s not a reserved sign, and if there’s a large group that comes in they’ll be able to show them to best seats for their group.

5. Intermissions: DON’T. It seems like a good idea, but it’s not.

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