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Getting started in stand-up comedy can feel overwhelming — where do you perform your first five minutes, how do you write your first joke, and what even counts as a set? The Questions section of Banter is where Tough Crowd members ask exactly those things. Our community is built for comedians at every stage, from first-timers nervously preparing their first open mic to seasoned pros refining their tenth Edinburgh hour. Ask anything about breaking in, handling your first bomb, finding open mics or understanding gig etiquette, and get answers from people who have actually been there. Every question you ask helps the next comedian searching for the same answer.