Comedy Quote by Jim Norton
“For me, a good comedy town is filled with people on the verge of a riot. They need something to relieve the tension.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comedy Central, 2018
A good comedy scene thrives on tension that borders on chaos, needing release.
In simple terms: Comedy lives on near‑riot tension.
Use humor to release built‑up tension.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- theatre
- stand‑up
- stress relief
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does tension enhance humor?
- When is tension too much?
Too much tension can alienate audiences.