The Curse of the Round Tables
I read somewhere that when Jerry Seinfeld was starting out as a comedian, he would do a lot of private parties. He soon learned that many of these events were a waste of his time. His new criterion for accepting a gig was based on the answer to a simple question.†Are there going to be any round tables at the event.†If the answer was “yes,†he would decline the invitation. As a professional comedian , based on my experience, I agree with his assessment. I did one of those events last night. I showed up on time and noticed they had round tables. The event ran late and just when I got on stage the people got up and got in the buffett-line. I have now also concluded that in the battle of food vs. humor, food always wins. Any way, I did my part and the people who paid attention really enjoyed the show. many of them asked me for my business card and told me personally that they enjoyed many bits. Afer the event, as I was driving home, I realized given the circumstances, I had done my job. As Woody Allen is believed to have said “80% of winning is simply showing up!†That I did!
Hi, Psy,
Margo
This was food for thought. Any-who, I couldn’t send you a E-mail from your website, and I wanted to let you know that I am participating in a “showcase” of very rough works in progress on Thursday, April 12th @ 8:00p.m. @ HCC Central Campus. If you would like more information, please let me know. Sounds like you are doing well. YeeHaw…
Comment by Margo S. Toombs
April 1st, 2007 @ 6:48 pm
I have your cd, and it is very funny. If you do not have it go get it!!! Keep up the good work, and see you at the club!!!!!
Comment by Brittany B.
June 13th, 2008 @ 1:51 pm