Comedy Quote by Jane Horrocks
“I found that I could make people laugh doing people like Shirley Bassey. Fortunately it worked.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Jane Horrocks Story, 2015
Impersonating iconic singers can generate humor; confidence in performance leads to success.
In simple terms: Impersonation can be funny.
Key Takeaway
Use confidence to try bold humor.
Themes
humor
performance
confidence
Mood
playful
confident
Type
entertaining
inspirational
When to use this quote
- stand‑up comedy
- improv classes
- voice coaching
Key Concepts
comedy theory
imitation technique
Questions to Reflect On
- Who is your comedic target?
- How do you balance respect and parody?
A Different Perspective
Humor may rely on audience familiarity with the original.
