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I can answer questions about The Capitol Steps, a political (mostly musical) satire group based in Washington, DC which performs in Washington, around the U.S., and four times a year on public radio. I can answer questions about who is performing which role in Capitol Steps sketches and songs on albumns and can help identify a routine (and which albumn or radio show includes it) based on partial lyrics. I can also provide tips and suggestions for those interested in writing and performing spoonerism-based comedy similar to the Steps` "Lirty Dies."

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2009-11-09 understatement:

Chris -- I'd say that understatements are generally a particular form of sarcasm, although it is possible to deliver understatements while "pretending" that you don't realize they're understatements

2009-11-06 sarcasm:

Chris -- This is an interesting question, because I think that, for most people, sarcasm doesn't require a lot of brainpower. You do need to have reasonable powers of observation. For example, if you

2009-10-19 Why don’t some comedians laugh about their jokes?:

Anthony -- I'm thinking that you are referring to the fact that some stage comedians deliver their jokes so that the audience laughs, but the comedian does not laugh along with them, instead keeping

2009-10-07 Joke Writing:

Evan -- Sure, this makes sense. I think it's great that you're thinking about these practical matters. I should preface my response by saying that I have not done material that's structured into separate

2009-10-01 about writing and performing:

Chris -- Yes! In fact, I think everyone who works effectively with groups (comedians, teachers, public speakers, managers) has something in common with an actor -- not always in the sense that a prewritten

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