Ted Alexandro Quotes About Comedy
-
I think comedy is no different now than it was at other points. It takes a long time to get good and know how to distill what makes you funny beyond the realm of standup, which is what I'm trying to do with 'Teachers Lounge.'
→ -
I'm just looking for a little mystery in life... like things you can't explain. Like, you go to Mexico, they tell you don't drink the water. You go to any diner here, who brings you the water? It's a mystery.
→ -
Comedy takes all of life and puts it through a lens of acceptance, just by the mere act of talking about it on stage in a communal setting. It's very primal and ritualistic in that sense.
→ -
Comedy clubs are arguably one of the last bastions of uncensored, public free speech.
→ -
I don't know that I have a single comedy philosophy. But talking about things that matter to you is a good place to start. Listening is a big part of it, too.
→ -
People don't come to a comedy club simply to hear someone's thoughts, no matter how profound.
→ -
Comedians have varying levels of training. It can range from classically trained actors (like Robin Williams) to people who took comedy classes to folks who just started doing it. That's the beauty of comedy: it's close to a pure meritocracy.
→ -
I learned so many things from Louis C.K., but the most impactful thing was witnessing his work ethic. He works harder than anyone I've ever been around in comedy. And he takes risks and doesn't dwell on what might be perceived as failures.
→ -
I'm keeping in shape, you know, gotta look good for the ladies - and certain guys. Hey, I can't control who's looking. I just gotta bring the heat.
→ -
I wasn't in the drama department, but I auditioned anyway and he not only cast me but also included a few sketches that I wrote, which really sparked my pursuit of comedy.
→
Related Authors
-
Maria Bamford Comedian -
Louis C. K. Comedian -
Tom Papa Comedian -
Craig Ferguson Talk show host -
Todd Barry Stand-up comedian -
Michael Ian Black Comedian -
David Cross Actor -
Patton Oswalt Comedian -
Sarah Silverman Comedian -
Marc Maron Comedian -
Eugene Mirman Comedian -
Nikki Glaser Comedian -
Jim Gaffigan Comedian -
Arj Barker Comedian -
Janeane Garofalo Comedian -
Gary Gulman Stand-up comedian -
Dave Attell Comedian -
Christian Finnegan Comedian -
Judah Friedlander Actor -
Wyatt Cenac Stand-up comedian