However, this evening’s show is a bit more special as my friend Johnny Fields is making his debut stand-up appearance (regular readers will be aware of him, though under his real name - see my comedy page for more details).
Jon & I got together the other Friday and co-wrote the script for the basic set, which he has since revised and refined. I had a great time writing it, us two sitting in my dining room trying to make each other laugh - we both turned up with plenty of notes - and it was a true collaborative experience that was very enjoyable (I just don’t write enough comedy these days).
I’m sure he’ll do a grand job, just as I’m sure the 5 minute slot will zip by in the blink of an eye and I’m really proud of my fine friend, really proud indeed.
Me (on the left, with beard) & Jon, 1993. The picture was taken at The Rising Sun pub in Kettering, where The Committee and, by extension, The Fields & Wild Experience, was founded.
ADDENDUM:
The boy done good. With snow falling steadily outside, Johnny Fields took to the stage and ran through his set and for a debut, he stormed it! Roll on the next one.
(I do wonder what the waiters in the Indian restaurant beforehand thought though, as he ran through his set over the remains of our lovely curry, with me laughing and prompting)
And sorry for the poor quality of the pic (it's from my mobile), but here's Johnny in full flow.
Hi Mark, thanks for a lovely blog, and a great evening. It was good to have you there at my side buddy. I still can't get over how "un-nervous" I was - so unlike me! It was a shame the audience seemed to have come from a funeral - but at least it wasn't just me that struggled to get the laughs. Really looking forward to having another go soon!
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No problem - and it was a great evening! That Tapas table didn't laugh at any of the acts, I have no idea why they bothered turning up - pseud-twats.
ReplyDeleteBut you were great and you need to remember that - I was really proud of you! Roll on the next one!