Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy: The Comedians’ Career Path from Beginner to Professional Jobs

by Greg Dean

If you think you're funny and you want others to think so too, then this is book for you. Dean has cracked the stand-up comedy code. This book offers his revolutionary explanation of joke structure with the Three Mechanisms of Laughter. Also his original joke writing system … The Joke Prospector, which teaches basic joke writing in minutes. It also clarifies performing techniques for doing scene work, handling hecklers, overcoming stage fright, and much more. Dean’s Rehearsal Process reveals how to remember naturally without memorizing the words. This is the most comprehensive step-by-step manual on the planet for learning the principles, techniques, and skills of being funny.

Genres: Comedy, Stand Up, Humor

216 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 21, 2019

Reviews

[Graham Stanley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant guide to stand-up

This is the best book I’ve read so far that looks at the mechanics of being a stand-up comedian, covering everything from how to write jokes, to tips to perform better. It’s clearly written and full of sound advice and information. I’ve learned a lot from a first read and I know that I’ll be reading it again as well as dipping into it from time to time.

[Benjamin Dirickson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Greg Dean’s Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy is very analytical at the beginning and may be difficult to get through, but the entire book is filled with helpful guidance on how to be successful on stage. I highly recommend it to anyone who needs support before stepping on stage.

[Yiyang · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great framework that I can use for my future open mic nights and he's definitely inserted some jokes himself here.

[Annajo · Rating 5 out of 5]

A brilliant guide about how to become a successful comedian, with a lot of practical suggestions and exercises to improve your own style