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Interview: Comedian Brian Regan gets serious about comedy
Stephanie Madden
Issue date: 9/28/07 Section: Entertainment
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Regan also said that he doesn't have, "a good command of the English language," which explains some of his outbursts onstage. Another piece of material he uses often in his jokes is self-deprecation.
When asked if making fun of himself ever bothers him, he replied, "I try to make it clear to the audience it's about acting dumb, not being dumb." Regan explained that he feels a connection with the audience when he performs these jokes because he is sure a lot of people feel the same way sometimes which is why the audience laughs.
Regan also discussed his philosophy about comedy: "As an entertainer it's dangerous to cross the line when you do things that they [fans] like instead of what you like. I like to think comedy is an art form, and I'm not an artist if I just do the material people want me to."
Regan also mentioned the relationship he feels with his audience. "It's like electricity, you need a receiver for the current, and the audience gives me the current."
What amazed me most about Regan is his attitude toward comedy. He performs comedy because he enjoys it, not just to make money or become famous-a trait that's hard to come by in our society.
And unlike many other comedians Regan likes to keep his material fresh and new. He is not afraid to try new jokes; in fact, he thrives on them. Maybe that is why Regan continues to stick out in the comedy world instead of fading away like other comedians.
When asked if making fun of himself ever bothers him, he replied, "I try to make it clear to the audience it's about acting dumb, not being dumb." Regan explained that he feels a connection with the audience when he performs these jokes because he is sure a lot of people feel the same way sometimes which is why the audience laughs.
Regan also discussed his philosophy about comedy: "As an entertainer it's dangerous to cross the line when you do things that they [fans] like instead of what you like. I like to think comedy is an art form, and I'm not an artist if I just do the material people want me to."
Regan also mentioned the relationship he feels with his audience. "It's like electricity, you need a receiver for the current, and the audience gives me the current."
What amazed me most about Regan is his attitude toward comedy. He performs comedy because he enjoys it, not just to make money or become famous-a trait that's hard to come by in our society.
And unlike many other comedians Regan likes to keep his material fresh and new. He is not afraid to try new jokes; in fact, he thrives on them. Maybe that is why Regan continues to stick out in the comedy world instead of fading away like other comedians.
