You spend so much time in the world of virtual that the actual - which nothing is more actual than stand-up - it's a painful experience for the audience, and the comedian a lot of time - we miss that.
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When you're in comedy, people always come up and say, 'Oh, it must be so hard.' It really isn't hard unless you're not good at it. If you can do it, its really kind of fun and easy.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Comedy is easy and enjoyable for those who are skilled at it.
In this quote, Jerry Seinfeld suggests that while many people perceive comedy as a difficult profession, it only feels challenging for those who lack the necessary talent and skills. For those who are good at comedy, the process is enjoyable and comes naturally, highlighting the importance of passion and skill in any endeavor.
Themes
ComedyFunSkillTalentHumor
In practice
Example use cases
In a stand-up routine, one might refer to Seinfeld’s perspective on the ease of comedy to engage the audience.
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