Humor in Playwriting
Annie shares her unique approach to comedy, revealing that she often doesn't realize her work is funny until after it's performed. She emphasizes the importance of being relaxed and serious while writing, and how her specific sense of humor drives her to seek laughter rooted in humiliation and recognition rather than clever punchlines. The dynamic with her director highlights the tension between her perception of her work and its reception.In this clip
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Episode 645 - Annie Baker
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