Posted: January 12, 2011 at 1:45 pm
Some of the big names in Hollywood had their share of humble beginnings, some of which started at Los Angeles comedy clubs or any club in the nation for that matter. Before they earned the right to appear on the big screen or in some popular TV series, they had to try their luck with the live audience, with Improv shows in particular.
Come to think of it, the thought of starting out at Los Angeles comedy clubs en route to becoming a Hollywood A-lister isn’t at all farfetched. Acting, like stand-up comedy, is a performance art with less immediate pressure, as TV and movie actors aren’t faced with a tough live audience. Still, some of these celebrities return to their roots from time to time:
Eddie Murphy
In a discussion about stand-up comedians turned actors, Eddie Murphy’s name would probably be the first one to come up, and rightfully so. He has made his mark in nearly every field he has entered. Comedy Central recognizes Murphy as one of the ten best stand up comedians of all time. Due to his success on-stage, he made it to the popular sketch comedy Saturday Night Live. He then went on to star in big screen classics, such as 48 Hours, Beverly Hills Cop, The Nutty Professor and Shrek. Now he is trying his hand at directing, producing and even singing.
Robin Williams
Mainstream hits and cult classics are both avenues for work in the case of this talented actor and stand-up comedian. Robin Williams has starred in big productions like Dead Poets Society and Good Will Hunting, and also portrayed complex and conflicted characters in cult hits like One Hour Photo and Death to Smoochy. In spite of his impressive acting ability, nobody can deny his talent for comedy.
Truth be told, Williams has and still is doing stand-up comedy, and has broken records when it comes to ticket sales. Deciding not to solely go for the raunchy and nasty themes of improv, he uses his stellar wit to mix at least a hint of elegance to his routines, which are well recognized by his audience.
Adam Sandler
Adam Sandler is a living, breathing example of comedy. He can turn anything that can be injected with humor into gold, and this ability has transcended into a stellar movie career, which includes box office hits like The Waterboy, Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore and 50 First Dates. Every good thing has to start somewhere, and in Sandler’s case it was at the comedy clubs in New York. He eventually drew fame locally, and his break came when actor Dennis Miller recommended him to Saturday Night Live, after which the rest is proverbial history.
The lives of these three performers, apart from other celebrities who had similar beginnings, started humbly, as they simply pursued their love for comedy. They didn’t wait for a big break. They made their own breaks in front of a live audience, constantly improving on their material and routine. With a strong passion for comedy, you just might be the next big thing in Hollywood. Why not start your career with the Los Angeles comedy clubs near your area?
Posted: January 12, 2011 at 1:41 pm
Some of the big names in Hollywood had their share of humble beginnings, some of which started at Los Angeles comedy clubs or any club in the nation for that matter. Before they earned the right to appear on the big screen or in some popular TV series, they had to try their luck with the live audience, with Improv shows in particular.
Come to think of it, the thought of starting out at Los Angeles comedy clubs en route to becoming a Hollywood A-lister isn’t at all farfetched. Acting, like stand-up comedy, is a performance art with less immediate pressure, as TV and movie actors aren’t faced with a tough live audience. Still, some of these celebrities return to their roots from time to time:
Eddie Murphy
In a discussion about stand-up comedians turned actors, Eddie Murphy’s name would probably be the first one to come up, and rightfully so. He has made his mark in nearly every field he has entered. Comedy Central recognizes Murphy as one of the ten best stand up comedians of all time. Due to his success on-stage, he made it to the popular sketch comedy Saturday Night Live. He then went on to star in big screen classics, such as 48 Hours, Beverly Hills Cop, The Nutty Professor and Shrek. Now he is trying his hand at directing, producing and even singing.
Robin Williams
Mainstream hits and cult classics are both avenues for work in the case of this talented actor and stand-up comedian. Robin Williams has starred in big productions like Dead Poets Society and Good Will Hunting, and also portrayed complex and conflicted characters in cult hits like One Hour Photo and Death to Smoochy. In spite of his impressive acting ability, nobody can deny his talent for comedy.
Truth be told, Williams has and still is doing stand-up comedy, and has broken records when it comes to ticket sales. Deciding not to solely go for the raunchy and nasty themes of improv, he uses his stellar wit to mix at least a hint of elegance to his routines, which are well recognized by his audience.
Adam Sandler
Adam Sandler is a living, breathing example of comedy. He can turn anything that can be injected with humor into gold, and this ability has transcended into a stellar movie career, which includes box office hits like The Waterboy, Billy Madison, Happy Gilmore and 50 First Dates. Every good thing has to start somewhere, and in Sandler’s case it was at the comedy clubs in New York. He eventually drew fame locally, and his break came when actor Dennis Miller recommended him to Saturday Night Live, after which the rest is proverbial history.
The lives of these three performers, apart from other celebrities who had similar beginnings, started humbly, as they simply pursued their love for comedy. They didn’t wait for a big break. They made their own breaks in front of a live audience, constantly improving on their material and routine. With a strong passion for comedy, you just might be the next big thing in Hollywood. Why not start your career with the Los Angeles comedy clubs near your area?
Posted: January 11, 2011 at 1:50 pm
There are a lot of people out there who think that all sweepstakes and contests are a scam, but I have always found them to be a fun way to keep things exciting. Once I enter a contest, I get excited every time the phone rings or I receive an e-mail, because it may be news that I have won something fabulous. Anyone who enjoys having something to look forward to should think about entering them and then waiting to hear about the fantastic things they can have.
When I first started entering these events, I thought that my chances were slim of ever winning one since so many people enter. Then I found out that there are many events that allow the same person to enter once per day to increase their chances. Before long, putting in my entries for the prizes I wanted most had become as much a part of my daily online routine as checking my e-mail and social networking sites.
Although entering free sweepstakes and contests is a lot of fun, I did not want to spend time putting my name in for prizes that I had no interest in. Luckily, I found that it was incredibly simple to search for prizes that I would love to have. There were tons of categories to choose from, and I tried winning everything from vacations for myself and my husband to toys for my children.
I have to admit, I entered many different contests and had no luck at winning anything. However, finally, I got an e-mail letting me know that I had won hundreds of dollars in Johnson’s baby products! Since my sister had just had a baby, this prize saved me a lot of money on buying her some of the things she needed for her baby shower.
Entering sweepstakes and contests may seem like a long shot, but I was persistent and won an amazing gift for my sister. Even when I did not win, I enjoyed waiting each day to see if I would hear any news about the opportunities for which I had signed up. It is easy for anyone to do and, if you get lucky, you could end up with some amazing prizes of your own!
