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stand-up comedian

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Description

Stand-up comedians tell humorist stories, jokes and one-liners typically described as a monologue, act or routine. They often perform in comedy clubs, bars, nightclubs and theatres. They may also use music, magic tricks or props to enhance their performance.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

acting techniques

Practical Skills

attend rehearsalsuse declaiming techniquesinteract with an audiencekeep up with trendstell a storyperform livework independently as an artistfollow time cuesfollow directions of the artistic directormanage feedbackinteract with fellow actorscreate an artistic performanceact for an audienceengage the audience emotionallyanalyse own performanceshow professional responsibilitystudy roles from scriptswork with an artistic teamdevelop magic show conceptsplay musical instrumentspractice humourperform for young audiencessingperform dances

Data Source: ESCO v1.2.1 Classification · European Commission

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EUPortugal GovAmadora City

Incubated by

Amadora InovaIAPMEI

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