Broads Quote by Nigel Cole
“I think the first rule of comedy is that it has to be funny and I find a lot of the broad comedy which is sent to me, painfully unfunny.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Comedy Writing Podcast, 2020
Comedy must first succeed in being funny; otherwise it fails its primary purpose.
In simple terms: Comedy must be funny.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize humor over other elements.
Themes
comedy
creativity
audience expectations
Mood
frustrated
critical
Type
observational
evaluative
When to use this quote
- stand‑up performance
- scriptwriting
- improv shows
- online sketches
Key Concepts
humor theory
artistic standards
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a joke universally funny?
- How do you balance originality with audience taste?
A Different Perspective
Humor is subjective; what amuses one may alienate another.
