How to Be a Stand-Up Comic

Preface Introduction The History Of Stand-Up Comedy Early Warning Signs Of The Stand-Up Personality Belz's Anatomy: A Graphic Depiction Of The Neurological Workings Of The Comedy Brain A Comedian Prepares How To Tell A Joke: The Belzer Method The Ethics, Morality And Philosophy Of Stand-Up How To Dress Tried And True Stagecraft How To Handle A Heckler The Road Know Your Audience How To Be An Opening Act The Setting Taking A Break Know Your Nightclub Sacred Cows God Different Types Of Comedians The Trappings Of Success Comedy Around The World The Comic's Five Stages Of Death Your Comic Persona Funny Words Summary Cameos, Guest Stars And Credits Appendix I. Glossary Appendix II. Comedy Clubs Around The Country