David Boyle
David Boyle
3 Years 86 days - Edinburgh Day 7
3 Years 86 days - Edinburgh Day 7
3 Years 86 days - Edinburgh Day 7
Wednesday 10th August 2022
David Boyle recounts performing in a hot broom closet to six seniors at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival. Tune in for laughs and insights!
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Get the buttons here!David Boyle's Comedy Showdown: Six Seniors in a Broom Closet
It's just hard. It is fucking hard... It's a fucking slog. So the two older fatties at the back... I did not make any fans with the fatties at the back, so fucking the faces, they were pulling the whole show, especially the bigger one.
Imagine stepping on stage, ready to share your comedy with the world, only to find yourself performing in a sweltering broom closet to just six elderly audience members. That's exactly what happened to comedian David Boyle on Day 7 of the Edinburgh Comedy Festival. In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', Boyle recounts this unforgettable experience with his trademark humor and raw honesty.
Boyle doesn't hold back as he paints a vivid picture of the cramped, overheated room and the unique challenges of entertaining a small, senior crowd. He reflects on the importance of choosing the right venue and how to handle less-than-ideal performance conditions. His candid observations about the audience's demographics and the room's temperature make for a hilarious and relatable story.
But it's not all laughs; Boyle also shares some valuable insights into the ups and downs of his journey from alcoholism to sobriety. He talks about how these challenging moments on stage mirror the struggles he faces in his personal life, offering listeners a unique perspective on resilience and perseverance. As always, Boyle's storytelling is both entertaining and thought-provoking, making this episode a must-listen for anyone navigating their own path to sobriety or simply looking for a good laugh.
And if you're in Dublin or London, don't miss the chance to see him perform live on a proper stage! Join David Boyle as he turns a potentially disastrous gig into a memorable tale of humor and survival, proving once again that laughter truly is the best medicine.