Crowds Quote by Dave Attell
“I don't mind a crowd's not laughing; it's the groans that slow down the show.”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up Comedy Routine, "The Comedy Store", 2005
Audience reaction matters, but negative feedback can derail performance more than silence.
In simple terms: Crowd disapproval hurts shows.
Manage audience response.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- live comedy
- public speaking
- theater
- presentations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recover from a bad audience reaction?
- When is it better to ignore negative feedback?
Overemphasis on audience reaction may limit artistic risk.