The Power of Emotional Choice in Improv and Standup Comedy As performers, we often obsess over what we say. But here’s a secret that separates good performers from great ones: it’s not the words—it’s the emotion behind them. Let’s take the most mundane sentence imaginable: “This pineapple is very expensive.” …
ACTING EXERCISES FOR STANDUP COMEDIANS
Here are some solo exercises you can use to improve your acting skills. Good actors can make things believable. Being credible onstage for an actout joke or a sincere punchline is crucial. You also need performance skills and good vocal variety. Try these tools from the world of acting when …

