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MagicSanta Inner circle Northern Nevada 5841 Posts 
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Did a show the other day, added an impersonation of Billy Mays telling people about the inside of his coffin....went over well with the guys, the gals though were another story. What do you think? Gee, you would think I hired a Manson impersonator for Roman Polanski's birthday party.
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Greg Arce Inner circle 6732 Posts
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On 2009-07-19 03:29, MagicSanta wrote: Now that's funny! Greg
One of my favorite quotes: "A critic is a legless man who teaches running."
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Destiny Inner circle 1429 Posts
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Personally I think it's never too soon - in fact, the sooner the better, though I no longer do such jokes onstage myself.
Contrary to my real personality, onstage I try never to offend anyone or talk about anything contentious, so last night I got a real shock when I made a couple of what I thought were mildly disparaging references to the late, and now sainted, King of Pop, and saw disapproving stares all over the audience. I just quickly moved on and it was soon forgotten and I was glad I resisted the momentary temptation to reference this strange delerium that has infected the world. |
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Doug Higley 1942 - 2022 7152 Posts
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Santa you are a gem.
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Cliffg37 Inner circle Long Beach, CA 2491 Posts
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Personally, I think it is too soon. However that is my opinion, and your audience obviously did not agree with me. When on stage go with what ever works for you.
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Magnus Eisengrim Inner circle Sulla placed heads on 1053 Posts
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That's a very funny idea Santa. I'd have done it if I'd thought of it.
It reminds me of when Larry LaPrise who wrote the "Hokey Pokey" died. I commented (as I'm sure many others did) that the funeral home had a hard time getting him in the coffin. They put his right foot in, he put his right foot out.... Anyway, same reaction as you had. You can maybe soften the disapprovers by starting with praise or affection for the deceased. "I'm really going to miss Billy Mays." <applause and mild laughter.> "The guy had to be the ultimate salesman, the embodiment of American free enterprise." And then give the gag. John
The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere
The ceremony of innocence is drowned; The best lack all conviction, while the worst Are full of passionate intensity.--Yeats |
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Turk Inner circle Portland, OR 3546 Posts
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On 2009-07-19 03:29, MagicSanta wrote: "BUT WAIT!! THERE'S MORE!!"
Magic is a vanishing Art.
This must not be Kansas anymore, Toto. Eschew obfuscation. |
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Rizzo Inner circle East Coast 3349 Posts
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Never to soon. It is what it is. that's why its called comedy. You ever see people leave a comedy club upset? It boggles my mind. Its comedy how can you be upset especially at a comedy club?
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Matthew W Inner circle New York 2456 Posts
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Yes, I think it is too soon. You are not making fun of the person or just impersonating him, you are making fun of the fact that he is dead.
That is just not cool.
-Matt
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landmark Inner circle within a triangle 5194 Posts
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By the time it's not too soon, it's not funny anymore.
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MagicSanta Inner circle Northern Nevada 5841 Posts
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Well, if Matthew is against it I am certain I made the right choice.
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cfrye Special user Portland, Oregon, USA 940 Posts
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On 2009-07-19 03:29, MagicSanta wrote: For me it depends on the status you impart to the deceased. You made him into a positive figure, that he was able to keep doing what he loved, so I'd be OK with it. Curt |
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balducci Loyal user Canada 227 Posts
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I'm surprised, in this day and age, that no one has yet licensed his image and likeness to hawk products.
"When you're at eternal rest, nothing beats a sleepezee mattress." "When you've died for a beer, it's gotta be a Bud."
Make America Great Again! - Trump in 2020 ... "We're a capitalistic society. I go into business, I don't make it, I go bankrupt. They're not going to bail me out. I've been on welfare and food stamps. Did anyone help me? No." - Craig T. Nelson, actor.
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nums Veteran user I have a life, or I would have more than 366 Posts
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For once Santa and I agree, it is a joke people, get over it. PC will be the death of humor.
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Magnus Eisengrim Inner circle Sulla placed heads on 1053 Posts
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Don't confuse politeness and political correctness. Some jokes are always in bad taste, and some are only politically uncomfortable.
Very few people are convinced by someone who is crass and defends himself with "I refuse to be PC". John
The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere
The ceremony of innocence is drowned; The best lack all conviction, while the worst Are full of passionate intensity.--Yeats |
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rossmacrae Inner circle Arlington, Virginia 2477 Posts
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The braying voice, the tacky and worthless products, giving you the feeling that the only escape is on PBS, a symbol of tastelessness, and it's ("Oh, how COULD you?") too soon to dance on his grave?
I'll be laughing at Billy Mays jokes until that grinning idiot hawking "male enhancement" croaks. |
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Mr. Mystoffelees Inner circle I haven't changed anyone's opinion in 3623 Posts
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On 2009-07-19 22:47, Magnus Eisengrim wrote: I could not agree more with John's comment. Since I can not know the sensitivities or "dark closets" of the people in my audience, I try to err on the side of conservatism. Jim
Also known, when doing rope magic, as "Cordini"
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Chessmann Inner circle 4247 Posts
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On 2009-07-19 22:47, Magnus Eisengrim wrote: Great observation, IMHO.
My ex-cat was named "Muffin". "Vomit" would be a better name for her. AKA "The Evil Ball of Fur".
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Skip Way Inner circle 3771 Posts
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On the other hand, crassness and in-your-face humor works for those with the personality to pull it off. Prime examples: Jack Black, Sacha Baron Cohen, Roy Chubby Brown, Bob Saget, Red Foxx, Dave Chappelle and pretty much the entire Saturday Night Live and MAD-TV casts - just to name a few. We must accept that humor is a personal and very subjective concept. Laugh and let laugh.
I respect Billy Mays for his accomplishments and his grasp of up-front marketing. It is this very style and fame that places him squarely on the bullseye for in-your-face comedians. It's topical. It's recognizable. It has the potential to garner huge laughs. If this style fits your personality (and I'll wager Santa tops that list) why wait for everyone else to present the best bits? Screw the PC whiners.
How you leave others feeling after an Experience with you becomes your Trademark.
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Magnus Eisengrim Inner circle Sulla placed heads on 1053 Posts
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On 2009-07-20 12:18, Skip Way wrote: I agree. These people don't care if they offend people. Santa wouldn't have asked the question if he was one of them. (Sorry Santa, I hope this isn't slanderous  )
John
The blood-dimmed tide is loosed, and everywhere
The ceremony of innocence is drowned; The best lack all conviction, while the worst Are full of passionate intensity.--Yeats |
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