Barb North: How to Develop Your Comedic Character | Alternative Comedy v. Stand-Up | Laughs Per Min

Barb and her husband Steve, Founded Brook Forest Entertainment in 1985. The company has been involved in comedy development and production for 30 years, and branched off into management in 1994. The North's are no strangers to acting and comedy as they began their careers touring comedy and folk clubs and appeared on over 30 network and syndicated television shows in the late 70's and early 80's- before moving behind the camera. Writing and producing, the North's were Head Writers of the late 80's rendition of The Gong Show and wrote or produced for many others including Candid Camera, Make Me Laugh, Bachelor Party and Switcheroo. Additionally, they worked in development, created shows, and sold formats of shows they created in the expanding International market of the early 90's. In 1992, the North pair created the successful home base for standup comedians at the L.A. Connection in Los Angeles, which, now in it's twelfth year, continues to offer private coaching, workshops and Industry Showcases for beginning and experienced comedians to have support, feedback and a safe place to grow. LIVE and online! Ask questions of your favorite comedians, club bookers, agents and managers. Comic Cure’s Comedy Careers is the workshop that offers direct access to comedy professionals in a moderated Q&A format. Get the full length interview and more info at www.comiccure.com/comedy-careers