Standup comedy is a form of live entertainment where a comedian performs in front of an audience with the aim of making them laugh. Typically, a standup comedian will deliver a monologue of original jokes, stories, and observations about everyday life, current events, and popular culture.

The best standup comedians are masters of their craft, able to engage an audience with their wit, timing, and ability to improvise. They have a keen eye for the absurdities of human behavior and an innate ability to turn the most mundane experiences into hilarious comedy.