Comedy by the Numbers: The 169 Secrets of Humor and Popularity

Prof. Eric Hoffman and Dr. Gary Rudoren

ISBN 10: 1932416757 / ISBN 13: 9781932416756

Published by McSweeney's Publishing, 2007

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Comedy by the Numbers: The 169 Secrets of Humor and Popularity
• Publisher: McSweeney's Publishing
• Publication Date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1932416757
• ISBN 13: 9781932416756
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Seller catalogs:
  • Writing
  • Humor

About this title

Synopsis

This book is perfect for people who are funny and for those who aren't funny (thus it is marketable to 100 percent of the population). As we all know, true creativity comes from simple formulas and the memorization of data. This new bible makes the secrets of comedy accessible, not only to those funny few among us, but also to those who might not have the ability or talent to be funny. One no longer need worry about originality ? just find the right comedy number and apply as needed... and then you're on your way to POPULARITYVILLE!© Comedy by the Numbers is a NEARLY comprehensive list of all comedy characters, bits, scenarios, sketches, skits, shtick, and much more. (We say nearly because we want to leave room for Volume 2.) Included are special hints, tips, and unboring comedy history. Comedyby the Numbers is the brainchild of Prof. Eric Hoffman (Mr. Show) and Dr. Gary Rudoren (Annoyance Theatre) ? AND features loads of comedy fun facts that you can memorize and use to impress people at parties!

About the Author

Eric Hoffman was a writer on the groundbreaking sketch program 'Mr. Show with Bob and David'. As an actor, he performs regularly at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in Hollywood. Gary Rudoren is an ensemble member of Chicago's Annoyance Theatre. His play So I Killed a Few People... has been produced all over the world.For video shorts, extracts, and more go to: http://comedybythenumbers.com/