How to Utilize Understated Comedy Like Ellen DeGeneres

Utilizing subtle and understated humor, Ellen DeGeneres consistently entertains her devotees. Fans delight in her almost child-like demeanor. Awestruck by celebrities just as much as the average person, DeGeneres is gleeful when meeting fellow actors, musicians and politicians. Described as down to earth, DeGeneres connects with her fans through her unique style and brings her audience together, to her level.

Instructions

1. Poke fun at yourself. DeGeneres often sacrifices herself for a laugh, not caring how she looks or sounds. If it makes your audience chuckle, it works, no matter what the cost.

2. Be real. DeGeneres relates to her fans and uses everyday scenarios to easily get a reaction. People relax and enjoy when others are willing to say out loud what they themselves are thinking.

3. Express yourself with more than just words. DeGeneres' facial expressions often convey more than anything she could have said. She also uses hand gestures. Her style of dancing is uniquely hers and just as much a part of her routine as her voice.

4. Choose simple and common topics. DeGeneres created an entire monologue based on her sleeping arrangement with her dogs and cats. The audience reacted because it is a common problem for anyone with pets.

5. Look for the obvious joke when interacting with your audience, but give an understated reaction. A simple look can speak volumes more than the expected delivery.

6. Find a way to incorporate your subtle style in a variety of mediums. DeGeneres began with stand-up, but created a successful act in television sitcoms, children's movies and a talk show.