Ep. 49- Embarking on a Stand -Up Comedy Career at 51 with Angela Owen

More Than Your Age

This episode is full of laughs and enjoyment as I had the opportunity to chat with the very funny comedian, Angela Owen. She shares her journey from life before pursuing comedy, to where she is now:

Angela, a former hairdresser, shares her journey of transitioning to comedy at the age of 51. Angela explains how her background in hairdressing and writing prepared her for a career in stand-up comedy. She discusses the challenges and rewards of pursuing comedy at an older age and the importance of finding her unique point of view. Angela also shares her experiences of performing on stage and the process of writing and refining her jokes. She shares her goals for the future and her desire to be known as a good comedian. There were a lot of laughs during this interview, and Angela shares her perspective on chasing after dreams and goals that puts perspective on reality and how you can truly accomplish the things you want to do.

I can’t wait for you to laugh and listen to Angela’s story.

Takeaways

-Age should not be a barrier to pursuing your passions.

-Life experiences can provide valuable material for comedy.

-Finding your unique point of view is essential in stand-up comedy.

-Writing and performing are skills that can be developed and improved over time.

-Transitioning to a new career requires sacrifice and support from loved ones. Dream small until you can dream big.

-Find a way to use your talent in your circumstances.

-Prepare yourself before taking on bigger opportunities.

-Don't limit yourself based on age or life circumstances.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:00 Transition from Hairdressing to Comedy

06:00 Balancing Family and Career

11:00 Discovering a Love for Writing and Performing

17:00 Learning the Craft of Comedy

24:00 Overcoming Age and Gender Stereotypes

31:00 First Show and Early Success

36:00 Transitioning to Full-Time Comedy

40:42 Getting Started in Comedy

41:09 The State Fair Show

42:01 Transitioning to Full-Time Comedy

44:02 Future Goals in Comedy

46:36 Expanding Beyond Dallas

47:36 Being Good at Comedy

48:35 Balancing Comedy and Personal Life

49:31 Commercial Acting Opportunities

50:34 Encouragement for Women Pursuing Dreams

55:04 Upcoming Shows and Social Media

Connect with Angela

Instagram: @angelaowencomedy

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Email // Facebook // Instagram // Linkedin

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