The Eight Characters of Comedy

I recently read The Eight Characters of Comedy: A Guide to Sitcom Acting and Writing by Scott Sedita.  (I am taking classes at the Scott Sedita Acting Studio, remember?).  It’s a great book and gives a fascinating window into the characters commonly found in sitcoms.  Since I finished reading it I have been putting its lessons to work.

I know that I am going to read it again soon.  Right now I am practicing spotting the eight characters and the nuances that make each incarnation different.  I’ll be reporting back with more once I’ve had a bit more practice.  In the meantime, if you are interested in sitcoms at all, I definitely recommend picking up a copy of this book.