The one and only time I've done standup

Disastrous instruction in how we recognize each other

Apr 01, 2024

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A scene on a stage depicting an individual lying facedown, spread-eagled on the floor in front of a microphone. The person is spotlit with a bright beam of light, while everything outside of the spotlight is engulfed in darkness. There are no other visible elements or individuals in the scene, emphasizing the solitude and focus on the person in the spotlight. The scene conveys a sense of isolation and drama, with the spotlight creating a stark contrast against the dark background.

Here is the brief tale of the one and only time I’ve tried stand-up comedy, an experience that was disastrous and illuminating.

I was getting into improv classes right as the pandemic got off the ground and in-person interaction became fraught with mortal peril. Seeking to cling to some sense of momentum and normalcy I decided to continue my comedic edu…

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