The Run-Through with Vogue Nikki Glaser Won’t Be Roasting Anyone at the Golden Globes (Or Will She?)
Jan 3, 2025
Nikki Glaser, a stand-up comedian and host of the Golden Globe Awards, discusses her extensive preparation for the live event, likening it to running a marathon. She reveals the unexpected downsides of being the 'Roast Queen' and the delicate balance required in roasting celebrities. Nikki also shares insights on the challenges of crafting her material while maintaining humor and respect. With high stakes and personal anecdotes, she offers a candid look at the world of comedy and celebrity culture.
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Testing Material In The Club Triangle
- Nikki Glaser rehearses monologue jokes nightly at a trio of L.A. comedy clubs to test audience reaction and order.
- She uses crowd feedback to decide which jokes to keep for the Golden Globes and refines punch timing accordingly.
Camera Reactions Shape Broadcast Laughter
- Nikki explains that celebrity reactions on camera shape at-home audience perception of jokes.
- A strong on-camera grimace can kill an otherwise great joke for viewers watching the broadcast.
Vet Jokes Publicly Before Big Broadcasts
- Test jokes publicly and keep only what reliably lands with varied audiences before a high-stakes show.
- Prioritize jokes that create communal laughter and avoid material likely to alienate unfamiliar attendees.