New Class: How to be a GREAT Emcee

Photo: Patrick Lydon

There’s more to it than just 10 minutes of jokes and a drink ticket…

Have you ever wondered why no one tells the emcee how to do their job? We wondered the same thing. If you are starting to get work as an emcee, or would like to, this is the class for you. The basics of being a good host will help you feel more confident and comfortable in your comedy career. Great emcees don’t just happen…they learn the skills that are necessary to get hired and paid to host real shows in real comedy clubs. There are a lot of great comics out there that don’t know how to emcee a show. Bookers hire someone who can do both. This class will teach you the basics, give you examples and show you how to be a great host!

This session is taught by Roosters' owner and booker, Heather Barbieri. $35.

How to be a GREAT Emcee is scheduled for March 30th, 2011 from 5:30pm to 7pm at Rooster T Feathers, 157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA 94087.

Call 408.732.7781 or email bookings@roostertfeathers.com to secure your spot.

Groupon Members, get answers here!

We're excited to welcome new Groupon members to The Roost! Roosters was named 2010 Best Comedy Club by the SF Gate, so you're at the right place! We've got some fantastic shows coming up over the next few months sure to tickle your gizzard.

Here's answers to some frequently asked questions:

• Roosters is in the fun business! We have a relaxed atmosphere and intimate showroom where you're never too far from the stage. Our dress code is casual but feel free to get dressed to the nines! Roosters is perfect for date night, birthday celebrations, bachelor/bachelorette parties or any other reason to get out of the coop. But no one really needs a reason to laugh, do they? They just need a laugh!
• We have hilarious pro shows Thursdays through Sundays with headliners seen on Leno, Letterman, Conan, Kimmel, Ferguson, Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing and more! Your Groupon is valid for any of those shows, unless it is a Special Event (see below). You can always find our calendar at www.RoosterTFeathers.com
• You must be 21 and over only, and we're strict about that. You'll need to have a valid government issued photo ID, like a drivers license, military ID, passport or CA ID if you are lucky enough to be young or look young!
• We have a two-item minimum purchase per person policy. That can be either food or drinks and it doesn't have to be alcohol. We have a full bar, a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages and a limited food menu. There's a link to our food/beverage menu on our home page (www.RoosterTFeathers.com) or find it through a link on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/RoosterTFeathers or just click here. If you're looking to make an evening of it with a nice dinner before the show, there are plenty of nearby restaurants, including PF Changs, Chipotle, Pasta Pomodora and, now open across the street, Five Guys Burgers and Pizza My Heart, among others.
• Special Events are dates like New Year's Eve and Valentine's Day. Sometimes if a really big name comes through Roosters (like Dana Carvey or Christopher Titus), we make it a Special Event. Unlike other clubs, we don't make every weekend a Special Event just to keep you from using your Groupon! Any Special Event would be listed on our Web site, in-house calendar, outgoing voice message, etc. so it should be pretty obvious. Please note that since Groupons valid Thursday through Sunday only, they are not valid on Tuesday or Wednesday, and therefore cannot be used for our New Talent Competition or Open Mic Nights.
• We have unlimited free parking. Parking is available on the street in front of the club, on the side streets, in our next door neighbor's lot, and in the shopping center just across the street from us.
• To redeem your Groupon, just call us at 408.736.0921 to make a reservation and mention the Groupon. You can find information about our upcoming shows on the Calendar on our Web site, but you can't redeem your Groupon there.
• It is General Admission seating with a Groupon, so that just means that the earlier you arrive for the show the more seating options will be available. Also, you need to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the show start time or you could lose your spot if we're sold out.
• You can connect with us on Facebook and Youtube (some videos there featuring the comics that perform at Roosters) and follow us on Twitter (username @RoosterTF) to find out more about the club, our shows, special promotions, comedy news and other fun stuff!
• We're fun and relaxed, but if your idea of fun is to come to a comedy show and talk loudly with your friends, heckle the comedians or just plain scowl, this is not the comedy club for you!

Have other questions? Call us at 408.736.0921. You might have to leave a message, but we WILL call you back. Or you can send an email to info@roostertfeathers.com.

Cock-a-doodle-doo!