About Quote by Mike Birbiglia
“I listened to this interview once with Jerry Seinfeld that really influenced my comedy and all of my writing, which is that when you're starting out in comedy, it's the audience that tells you what's funny about you. And you need to listen to that and make a note of that.”
About This Quote
A comedian should pay attention to audience reactions, using their feedback to shape material and discover personal comedic strengths.
In simple terms: Audience feedback guides comedy.
Listen and adapt.
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When to use this quote
- stand‑up shows
- writing workshops
- improvisation
- creative development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance audience cues with personal voice?
- When should you ignore feedback?
Audience may not reflect broader tastes.