5 Techniques That Make Stand-Up Comedians Hilarious!

A setup with two normal elements and a surprising third one to create unexpected humor.

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Callback Jokes

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Using exaggerated movements, voices, or facial expressions to enhance the punchline delivery.

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Observational Humor

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Setting up the audience to expect one thing, then delivering a completely surprising punchline.

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5 Techniques That Make Stand-Up Comedians Hilarious!

TheDemoStop

A setup with two normal elements and a surprising third one to create unexpected humor.

1

Have a Clear Message

Rule of Three

Callback Jokes

Mentioning an earlier joke in a new context, making the audience feel in on the joke.

2

Using exaggerated movements, voices, or facial expressions to enhance the punchline delivery.

3

Act-Outs

Observational Humor

Jokes based on common experiences, making people laugh at things they’ve never noticed before.

4

Setting up the audience to expect one thing, then delivering a completely surprising punchline.

5

Misdirection

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