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Laughing for a living: top comedians come to RPAC this June

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Comedian Maddy Weeks. Photo: Supplied.

Comedians work hard. They make it look so easy, but there’s a lot of sweat and tears that go into making an act. Behind the scenes, the directors work just as hard and getting the balance between several comedians for one show requires experience and skill. Susan Provan, director of the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow, has been directing comedy shows for 30 years.

“Comedy is the most subjective of art forms so we try to get a good mix of men and women, at different stages of their career, a mix of upbeat energy with a slower, more low-key delivery. Audiences are curious about new performers, and they’re bound to find someone they’ll like!” she says.

“We are also aware of selecting people for the tours who’ll be happy to be stuck in vehicles on the road with each other for hours on end.”

Susan loves her job, saying that there’s nothing like listening to an audience having a wonderful time.

“Comedy is a way of talking about current issues; it can challenge people, give windows into others’ experiences, and it just makes you feel good – it’s great for mental health!”

The easiest job falls to the audience; all we have to do is enjoy it.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is on at RPAC on Saturday 21 June. For tickets, go to rpac.com.au.

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