Thank you I needed to hear this. I’m 37, have tons of material. Only did open mic 3 times …anxiety holding me back. I tell myself I’ve been thinking comedy all this time. I just need stage time.
Thanks for sharing your wisdom on comedy. I’ve been told 7 and 10 years by professional comedians. I respect the craft and get that it takes time and work to get better but I always thought putting a time on it is silly. It’s different for everyone. Keep making the world laugh my comedian friends!
Absolutely! It's so true that the timeline for finding your comedic voice is way more flexible than the “10 years” rule suggests. I can relate-I struggled early on, feeling the pressure to fit a mold. After joining the Sense of Humor Improvement Program by Habit10x, I realized humor is often about embracing quirks and being genuine. Humor challenges, like making a crowd laugh or handling awkward moments, can be tough, but they help you grow. Keep experimenting and being yourself; that's where the magic happens!
The number of years it takes to develop probably depends on the amount of stage time in those years, too. If they wanted to use an arbitrary number, they could just as easily say it takes 1000 hours.
How do you get ur comic gigs (1) with companies instead of doing clubs ? So you can make money faster . (2) what 5 moves did you do example from writing your first joke to performing it and getting the second one until its was inherent in your system like clock work.
New subscriber. I just discovered your website and UA-cam channel. I'm binge watching all of your videos right now. Love it. Keep up the great work! Thank you.
Thanks Jerry. This was great to know. I’m told that the first 30 seconds of the set should establish us so the audience knows who we are. But I’m challenged trying to figure that out.
Just list 10 facts about you. That’s the starting point. And you’re allowed to change as you grow. “I have five kids from 3 different moms. I just couldn’t figure out relationships…” now the audience knows a lot more about me.
I’ve been doing standup for about a year and I think I am closing in my persona. Luckily, I am 66 years old, which makes it so much easier to draw a contrast between myself and comics half my age. I’m not sure I could do it if I was in my 30’s.
The joke is the guy who made your color correction and made a static mask over your face without counting that when you move your head, the mask is clearly visible 😅 Anyhow, I couldn’t help to make that ‘funny’ comment. I loved this video! Very inspirational to a 44 year old aspiring stand up comedian like myself. I am going to search for your course next!
There is a comic in Indian comedy scene, Anubhav Singh Bassi. A law graduate turned to comedy and did open mics, 3 to 5 mics a day for a little less than 2 years. With his first UA-cam video, went crazy viral and has been doing fantastic ever since, selling out two shows of 5000 seater indoor stadiums in Delhi recently. He found his persona in less than 2 and it is very relatable and hilarious.
I have a question, Jerry. When writing some really funny jokes yesterday (take my word for it) I was using a reverse on an incongruity of a paradox with lots of comedic irony when I accidentally dislocated my funny bone. Should I give up comedy now and become a prison guard like my mother always wanted, or stick with it until I finally achieve my lifelong dream of starring opposite Andy Dick in my own Satanic ritual?
I don't get it. Right after watching your otherwise highly instructive video, as you seemed to suggest at 1:28, I tried to paint a broad with a broad brush until she knocked the sucker right out of my hand. What gives?
I keep flashing on how Jerry Lewis developed into his "monkey" character, never changed it, and somehow found lasting success. Same with Sarah Silverman, who made up a Jewess girl voice that seemed to open doors...all this is apart from any set lists, triples, openings, closings... Then you have Steven Wright who had an absence of strong voice. He had anti-voice, a deadpan voice which is now legend.
A full time M-F, 9-5 job would get you to 10,000 hours in just under 5 years. Some people give more credence to the job they don’t want than the job they really want.
Hi Sir, I am from India And I am really struggling to understand my style of comedy. I mean is the ranting way? Or is it the poker face? Or physical comedy? How can I figure that out?
Ya, I that’s really irritating that people speak in general from personal experience and tell people making them then limiting beliefs!! People have a REALLY difficult time understanding who they are, without fear from others speculations observations and negative judgement.
With the pandemic going onknow: it's hard for me to find comedic friends to help with jokes or skits, that being said if anyone near LA is up to forming a group of comedic friends please let me know
Sorry...standup has been around for a very, very long time. They were called "story tellers". They were itinerant and mendicant. If they got lucky, a local noble would make them a court jester. That was the ultimate goal: a palace gig. Story tellers would travel all over. When they got into town, they'd either head for the marketplace or the palace or fortress. In turn for the news, stories, jokes, and some physical hijinks, they'd get a bath, their meals, a place to sleep, and a few coins. Very often an entire family of entertainers would be on the road. Ancient Israel was full of these types.
Yes, I totally get that but the court jester isn't booking the Comedy Store. Meaning, what I said was, "stand-up as WE know it..." A court jester was NOT a stand-up. A story-teller is NOT a stand-up. Yes, there are certain derivatives that are similar, but a court jester's job was to please the King. A stand-up does no such thing. And if a court jester did not please the king, he would often be visited by the executioner. So, although I understand your point, and appreciate your apology, (LOL), jesters and story-tellers are not stand-up comedians. Stand-up is more of a conversation with the audience--a one-sided conversation, for the most part--but nonetheless, a conversation. And in stand-up a performer is expected to have a laugh every 18-20 seconds. Not so for a storyteller. So although comedy has been around as long as humans have. Stand-up "as we know it" is a little over a century old.
Thank you for posting your videos. This one though was sparse. It could be summarized by one sentence "there are not rules as to how much time it takes to find you comic persona". But there was nothing about how comic persona is developed. I was also hoping to hear something an the relationship of comedy to acting. "just be yourself" is not that helpful - think of Robin Williams or Jim Carry.
I am not a comedian but am a lifelong appreciator of comedians and what makes them funny or not funny. It truly amazes me how very often the aspiring standup comedian is the last person to ever be told that they JUST AREN'T FUNNY, so please find another career. I am not sure how Corley here is a "teacher" in this field, because so far I am not very impressed with this guidance.
"Take the shit that drives you absolutely crazy and make that funny" so simple yet so profound.
That would be why I have so many Wife jokes !
TIL Carlin said - take the shit that drives you absolutely crazy, and make that funny.
That''ll keep ya working a decade or two. Love Carlin. By far the most provocative.
Thank you I needed to hear this. I’m 37, have tons of material. Only did open mic 3 times …anxiety holding me back. I tell myself I’ve been thinking comedy all this time. I just need stage time.
I started the same age :)
"Deep Thoughts..." by Jack Handy. That was my favorite SNL bit for years! Thanks for that memory!
It’s obscene that you only have 28k subscribers. You deserve (at least) 28m (for million) subscribers! Thank you for all you do my friend! ❤️
Thanks for sharing your wisdom on comedy. I’ve been told 7 and 10 years by professional comedians. I respect the craft and get that it takes time and work to get better but I always thought putting a time on it is silly. It’s different for everyone. Keep making the world laugh my comedian friends!
Thank you so much Jerry for your insightful lessons on comedy stuff. You truly rock!
Absolutely! It's so true that the timeline for finding your comedic voice is way more flexible than the “10 years” rule suggests. I can relate-I struggled early on, feeling the pressure to fit a mold. After joining the Sense of Humor Improvement Program by Habit10x, I realized humor is often about embracing quirks and being genuine. Humor challenges, like making a crowd laugh or handling awkward moments, can be tough, but they help you grow. Keep experimenting and being yourself; that's where the magic happens!
Love what you said. "Just be the best version of you."
The number of years it takes to develop probably depends on the amount of stage time in those years, too. If they wanted to use an arbitrary number, they could just as easily say it takes 1000 hours.
LOVE that you say "stop listening to the guys with arbitrary rules!"
How do you get ur comic gigs
(1) with companies instead of doing clubs ? So you can make money faster .
(2) what 5 moves did you do example from writing your first joke to performing it and getting the second one until its was inherent in your system like clock work.
Thanks, Jerry, for reminding us to think out of a "self-imposed" box. Wonderful tips, thanks!
New subscriber. I just discovered your website and UA-cam channel. I'm binge watching all of your videos right now. Love it. Keep up the great work! Thank you.
Jerry: That's what turned me on.
Me: Dear Comedy Penthouse...
Thanks Jerry. This was great to know. I’m told that the first 30 seconds of the set should establish us so the audience knows who we are. But I’m challenged trying to figure that out.
Just list 10 facts about you. That’s the starting point. And you’re allowed to change as you grow.
“I have five kids from 3 different moms. I just couldn’t figure out relationships…” now the audience knows a lot more about me.
I’ve been doing standup for about a year and I think I am closing in my persona. Luckily, I am 66 years old, which makes it so much easier to draw a contrast between myself and comics half my age. I’m not sure I could do it if I was in my 30’s.
My comedy persona is a over the top gangster version of my past self
This is great teaching. Thank you for making these.
“Seinfieldian” that’s going to be a classic phrase if its not in the comedian world.
Break all the rules! I think stand-up comedy is going to be for me! I've been breaking those rules since '86
The joke is the guy who made your color correction and made a static mask over your face without counting that when you move your head, the mask is clearly visible 😅
Anyhow, I couldn’t help to make that ‘funny’ comment. I loved this video! Very inspirational to a 44 year old aspiring stand up comedian like myself. I am going to search for your course next!
There is a comic in Indian comedy scene, Anubhav Singh Bassi. A law graduate turned to comedy and did open mics, 3 to 5 mics a day for a little less than 2 years. With his first UA-cam video, went crazy viral and has been doing fantastic ever since, selling out two shows of 5000 seater indoor stadiums in Delhi recently. He found his persona in less than 2 and it is very relatable and hilarious.
Great Video man. Really love the honesty.
Amazing!! Needed to hear this
4:06 No specific number of years
6:07 No name
I have a question...
What's funnier to sing while Hip Thrusting?
The Little Engine That Could chant, or the Caddyshack Song?
I have a question, Jerry. When writing some really funny jokes yesterday (take my word for it) I was using a reverse on an incongruity of a paradox with lots of comedic irony when I accidentally dislocated my funny bone. Should I give up comedy now and become a prison guard like my mother always wanted, or stick with it until I finally achieve my lifelong dream of starring opposite Andy Dick in my own Satanic ritual?
No, just smoke a lot of Pot while watching your influences. This will help with your Funny Bone.
I don't get it. Right after watching your otherwise highly instructive video, as you seemed to suggest at 1:28, I tried to paint a broad with a broad brush until she knocked the sucker right out of my hand. What gives?
Thank you .......Awesome stuff Jerry you got my respect.
Glad you're doing this!
I keep flashing on how Jerry Lewis developed into his "monkey" character, never changed it, and somehow found lasting success. Same with Sarah Silverman, who made up a Jewess girl voice that seemed to open doors...all this is apart from any set lists, triples, openings, closings...
Then you have Steven Wright who had an absence of strong voice. He had anti-voice, a deadpan voice which is now legend.
10000 hrs, 10 years, an approximated number
A full time M-F, 9-5 job would get you to 10,000 hours in just under 5 years. Some people give more credence to the job they don’t want than the job they really want.
It May 10 yrs. To Get A Persona, But It Takes Me A Nanosecond To Get A Bona !!!
I love your channel
Thank you! Whenever I’m touring, people always say, “how can I do this?” So I put together this channel.
@@JerryCorley Well I greatly appreciate it as I'm learning the craft. Your content is excellent and I have learned a ton from each video.
I remember my first time in open start this year on March first time was horrible finish my stand up in 1 minutes fast
So great
Awesome selfless insight. Jerry for prez
Hi Sir, I am from India
And I am really struggling to understand my style of comedy.
I mean is the ranting way? Or is it the poker face? Or physical comedy?
How can I figure that out?
Ya, I that’s really irritating that people speak in general from personal experience and tell people making them then limiting beliefs!! People have a REALLY difficult time understanding who they are, without fear from others speculations observations and negative judgement.
With the pandemic going onknow: it's hard for me to find comedic friends to help with jokes or skits, that being said if anyone near LA is up to forming a group of comedic friends please let me know
Yo! Im near LA and im new to this comedy thing. Let's form the group!
@@britischeandrews5846 add me on ig @gortiz94
If you do anything for 10 years, you'll become a well respected professional. At that point, talent has less to do with getting paid for it.
There are some comics that definitely doesn't apply to. No amount of time will make them funny.
Does this video really need to be 10 minutes is the real question
Daul Penino f*cken thank you all his videos are like this and it’s hella annoying 😤😤🙄
Ten minutes triggers the higher rate YT advertising algorithm.
Sorry...standup has been around for a very, very long time. They were called "story tellers". They were itinerant and mendicant. If they got lucky, a local noble would make them a court jester. That was the ultimate goal: a palace gig.
Story tellers would travel all over. When they got into town, they'd either head for the marketplace or the palace or fortress. In turn for the news, stories, jokes, and some physical hijinks, they'd get a bath, their meals, a place to sleep, and a few coins. Very often an entire family of entertainers would be on the road. Ancient Israel was full of these types.
Yes, I totally get that but the court jester isn't booking the Comedy Store. Meaning, what I said was, "stand-up as WE know it..." A court jester was NOT a stand-up. A story-teller is NOT a stand-up. Yes, there are certain derivatives that are similar, but a court jester's job was to please the King. A stand-up does no such thing. And if a court jester did not please the king, he would often be visited by the executioner.
So, although I understand your point, and appreciate your apology, (LOL), jesters and story-tellers are not stand-up comedians. Stand-up is more of a conversation with the audience--a one-sided conversation, for the most part--but nonetheless, a conversation. And in stand-up a performer is expected to have a laugh every 18-20 seconds. Not so for a storyteller. So although comedy has been around as long as humans have. Stand-up "as we know it" is a little over a century old.
Limiting beliefs …limiting beliefs
Daniel Standup Rivera
Is coming
Jesters from hundreds of years ago. Even a few thousand years ago we find humor in writings.
I'm gonna headline on
In 1-2 years
Yes! Set that goal then crush it! 🔥👏🎸
Im hoping it doesnt take 10 yrs , because im 57 now and by 67 im thinking i wont know who i am , never mind having a Persona .
Haha! One secret at that point in your life is take your stand out qualities and emphasize them on stage.
God bless you
Thank you sir!
Love
Thank you for posting your videos. This one though was sparse. It could be summarized by one sentence "there are not rules as to how much time it takes to find you comic persona". But there was nothing about how comic persona is developed. I was also hoping to hear something an the relationship of comedy to acting. "just be yourself" is not that helpful - think of Robin Williams or Jim Carry.
Keep.it bro
I am not a comedian but am a lifelong appreciator of comedians and what makes them funny or not funny. It truly amazes me how very often the aspiring standup comedian is the last person to ever be told that they JUST AREN'T FUNNY, so please find another career. I am not sure how Corley here is a "teacher" in this field, because so far I am not very impressed with this guidance.
Picasso was an idiot... ;-)
You look like out of shape version of stone cold steve austin