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Empower yourself using comedy to develop your creative, community and leadership skills!

“I think the book works really well – very nice job. What I like most is how practical it is. You cut right to the chase of how to build and deliver a stand-up routine. And you speak directly to the fears that I am sure many people have when they find themselves in front of an audience.” Dr. Don Sexton, retired professor with 5 decades teaching at Columbia University and 1 year with Walt Frasier as a comedy student.

Getting on stage is a cathartic experience. I live on the edge of a cliff, and at any point I could fall flat on my face. I rip the band aid of fear off every time I jump in front of a microphone. Right before stepping into the spotlight, I replace the thoughts of THIS COULD GO TERRIBLY BAD with THIS IS GOING TO BE FUN. Take a few HUGE breaths and GO FOR IT!

RULE #1: HAVE FUN but NEVER at another’s expense.

This may sound counter intuitive for a comic. Many famous comics made their names roasting the crowd and others.
Comedy always highlights the imperfections of life. We interpret what we observe and experience in story form and/or one-liner jokes. But there is a fine line between being funny and becoming a bully. I prefer stories that highlight my imperfections, like the time I sank a kayak in alligator infested Florida canals.

With this workbook you create an original comedy routine in four easy steps.

• Brainstorm Ideas
• Brainstorm Details
• Find the Funny
• Outline Your Routines

At each step in this process, you will engage in three major actions.

• PREPARE YOURSELF
• GET ONSTAGE
• ANALYZE THE WORK

This book is designed to pair with Walt Frasier’s comedy classes but also for any comic attending open mics or for teachers around the world to incorporate comedy as part of their language arts curriculum.

Walt Frasier – Comic

Walt Frasier is the Artistic Director of the New York Improv Theater, overseeing acclaimed shows like “Eight Is Never Enough” and “Improv 4 Teens.” With over three decades of experience, Walt is a seasoned veteran of improv, sketch, and stand-up comedy, captivating audiences across the nation. His extensive career includes appearances on Letterman, HBO, and MTV, alongside performances at iconic venues such as Caroline’s on Broadway, The World Famous Improv, and countless others in NYC and beyond. From comedy clubs to corporate events and school tours, Walt Frasier brings laughter and spontaneity wherever he goes.