Ball player Quote by Ali Farahnakian
“Baseball players practice, runners practice, so how can you practice being funny? You get up onstage. You train as an improviser, playing make-believe, using the vernacular of improvisation, saying 'yes and' to other people's ideas, making statements.”
About This Quote
Source Comedy workshop, improvisation guide, 2010s
Comedy requires practice like any skill; improv trains you to respond and build on ideas.
In simple terms: Practice humor through improv.
Train regularly on stage.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- team building
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you incorporate improv into daily life?
- What risks does spontaneous humor pose?
Improvisation may not suit all personalities.