BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Now that Bakersfield is a hotbed for professional stand-up comedy — oh, you missed that memo? — there are a few things you ought to know before you go to a show.
The Well Comedy Club officially opens this weekend with a lineup of professional and semi-professional comedians sure to crack you up, or offend you, or both.
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But it’s a two-pronged attack on seriousness. Even though The Well is sold out, so is the Fox Theater, or nearly so, with Saturday Night Live alum Rob Schneider appearing tonight at the local landmark venue.
What? You’ve never been to a live comedy show? Here are five tips from The Well’s Daniel Betts and Fox Theater Foundation President Gilbert LaRoque that will enhance the experience. Ignore them at your own risk.
Number 1: Respect other patrons.
“We can hear you (on stage), and we may talk back,” Betts said. “Please keep your voice down. People paid to hear the comic, not you, Daryl!”…