Posts by James D. Creviston

Understanding and Crafting Powerful Comedy Comedy is an art form that has been studied, analyzed, and refined for centuries. The structure of a well-crafted joke is much like a piece of...

Stand-up comedy has changed significantly over the years. The way comedians perform, build an audience, and earn a living is vastly different from what it was in the 1980s and 1990s. During the...

Sketch comedy writing – it's like the sprinting event of the comedy world. Quick, punchy, and to the point, it packs a laugh in a matter of minutes, if not seconds. This article peels back the...

For many comedians, the stage is not just a platform for performance but a dynamic workspace where material is not only presented but created. Writing on stage is an exhilarating blend of...

For comedians, finding one's "voice" is akin to a musician mastering their instrument. It's about discovering that unique blend of tone, style, and perspective that sets you apart from the rest. But...

Every comedian, at some point in their career, faces the daunting challenge of playing to a dead room. It's that palpable silence, the lack of laughter, or the mere courtesy chuckles that make you...