David Boyle

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David Boyle

  • 4 Years 139 days - Music Open Mics

4 Years 139 days - Music Open Mics

Tuesday 3rd October 2023

Join David Boyle as he prepares for his comedy club's opening night, sharing humorous tales of open mics and promotional hurdles.
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11 minutes
Entertaining
Insightful
Humorous
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Honest

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David Boyle's Comedy Club Chronicles: From Open Mics to Opening Night

Episode Overview

  • David Boyle shares his experiences preparing for the opening night of his new comedy club
  • Reflects on the challenges of promoting comedy gigs and winning over indifferent crowds
  • Provides insightful storytelling about the world of stand-up comedy
  • Recounts the daunting task of performing at music open mic nights
  • Offers a humorous and candid perspective on developing crowd work skills
You're just like up there telling jokes to people's backs. They just turn away as well. It was brutal, fucking brutal. Door used to bomb so hard at them. Occasionally, we would kill, but occasionally I don't think I've ever seen anyone bomb as hard as Door can bomb at a music open mic. Oh my God, like jarring, unwatchable, just sickeningly bombing.
Ever wondered what it takes to open a comedy club? Comedian David Boyle is here to spill the beans. In this episode, Boyle shares the rollercoaster ride of preparing for the grand opening of his new comedy room in Sydney. He dives into the nitty-gritty of promoting gigs and the nerve-wracking experience of performing at music open mic nights.
Imagine trying to make a room full of indifferent strangers laugh—Boyle’s got stories that’ll make you chuckle and cringe at the same time. His candid reflections offer a peek behind the curtain of stand-up comedy, showcasing the persistence and grit required to succeed. Whether you’re a comedy fan or just curious about the hustle behind the laughs, this episode is a must-listen.
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