Facing My Comedy Fears with Help from 7-Year-Olds

TLDRI enlisted the help of 7-year-old comedy writers to overcome my nerves before a stand-up gig. The experience was both terrifying and hilarious, but it helped me grow as a comedian.

Key insights

😂Performing stand-up comedy can be nerve-wracking, but embracing the unexpected can make it more fun.

🤡Working with 7-year-old comedy writers helped me think outside the box and try new things on stage.

😅Some jokes that are funny to kids may not land with an adult audience.

👨‍👧‍👦Collaborating with children brought a fresh and innocent perspective to my comedy material.

🎭Performing in front of comedy legends and a tough crowd pushed me out of my comfort zone and made me a better comedian.

Q&A

Did using jokes written by 7-year-olds make you funnier?

Working with 7-year-old comedy writers allowed me to think outside the box and bring a unique perspective to my performance. While not all the jokes landed, it was a fun and creative experience.

How did the audience react to the performance?

The audience at the comedy club was a tough crowd, but they appreciated the effort and unique approach. Some jokes received laughs, while others didn't land as well. Overall, the experience was both nerve-wracking and hilarious.

Was the collaboration with children helpful?

Collaborating with children brought a fresh and innocent perspective to my comedy material. Their unique sense of humor pushed me to try new things on stage and step outside my comfort zone.

Did this experience help you grow as a comedian?

Absolutely. Facing the challenge of performing with material written by 7-year-olds allowed me to embrace the unexpected and become more comfortable with the unpredictable nature of comedy. It was a valuable learning experience that made me a better comedian.

Would you do a similar performance again?

While the performance was nerve-wracking, it was also a lot of fun and brought a unique energy to the stage. I would definitely be open to working with children or trying other unconventional approaches to comedy in the future.

Timestamped Summary

01:12I performed stand-up comedy with jokes written by 7-year-olds at a prestigious comedy night.

03:59Collaborating with children pushed me out of my comfort zone and brought a fresh perspective to my material.

05:50The performance was both terrifying and hilarious, but it helped me grow as a comedian.

07:43The audience reacted positively, appreciating the effort and unique approach.

09:29Collaborating with children allowed me to embrace the unexpected and become more comfortable with the unpredictable nature of comedy.

10:18The experience was a valuable learning opportunity that made me a better comedian.