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by Dave Schwensen (Author)
Key Phrases: New York, Los Angeles, The Improv (more...)
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As a nationally recognized and sought-after comedy coach and talent coordinator, Dave Schwensen knows what it takes to make it in this competitive industry. For years he has been helping others achieve their dreams through his comedy workshops and seminars. Now, for the first time, he shares his expertise in Comedy FAQ’s and Answers, a series of thoughtful questions and answers that every aspiring comedian needs to know to launch a successful career.

About the Author
Dave Schwensen served as talent coordinator for A&E’s An Evening at the Improv and for the Improv Comedy Clubs in both New York and Los Angeles, where he also consulted for various television networks and programs such as The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with David Letterman, and Comedy Central. The president of Dave Schwensen Entertainment, he gives comedy workshops and seminars across the country and speaks to businesses and organizations about the productive value of humor as a stress relief. He is currently based near Cleveland, Ohio and is the author of How to Be a Working Comic.

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  • Paperback: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Allworth Press; illustrated edition edition (April 1, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1581154119
  • ISBN-13: 978-1581154115
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #264,675 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!!, April 3, 2009
Great insights on the business! Very good tips on tricks of the trade. Very well written.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative, January 24, 2009
I've been doing quite a bit of reasearch on the net and this book would have saved me lots of time had I bought this book first. Everything I've learned from hours of looking is in this one book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A 'must': one of the best industry insider guides on the market, February 2, 2006
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Another insider industry reference from Dave Schwensen, Comedy FAQs And Answers: How The Stand-up Biz Really Works covers all the basics of professional comedy, from selecting or writing the right material to running your own open comedy mike, booking gigs, handling heckling crowds, and getting a manager. The aspiring pro has everything in hand to handle club owners, publicists, and more in a guide where the major industry players - George Carlin, Jeff Foxworthy, and more - share their experiences and lessons. A 'must': one of the best industry insider guides on the market.
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