From The Balcony
| Category: | Sound Effect / Visual Gag |
|---|---|
| Category: | Misunderstanding / Clever Confusion |
| Category: | Audience Participation |
| Props: | Two chairs, optional flashlight for Usher |
| Notes: | Sam groans loudly and gets dragged off after the punchline. Strong reactions from the Usher and Manager enhance the build-up. |
[Usher:] Sir, you can't take up two seats in this crowded theater. Can you sit up, please?
[Sam:] (groans loudly but doesn't move)
[Usher:] Other people need seats. Come on, just use one chair!
[Sam:] (groans even louder, still not moving)
[Usher:] Fine, I'll get the manager!
[Manager:] (enters) Sir, why are you taking up two seats?
[Sam:] (groans dramatically)
[Manager:] What's your name?
[Sam:] (weakly) S-Sam...
[Manager:] Where did you come from, Sam?
[Sam:] (pauses, groans loudly) THE BALCONY!
[Usher:] (to the audience) Well, that explains a lot!
[Sam:] (moans again as they drag him off-stage)