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What’s it really like doing stand-up as a woman in China? 🎤In this honest conversation, Lily Ma shares her journey from discovering comedy to performing on stage across China. We dive into the unique challenges of being a female comedian, the conflict between stage persona and real identity, and how Chinese culture’s “politeness” affects humor.
Lily also opens up about performance anxiety, confidence-building, and dealing with criticism—all while staying true to her voice in a male-dominated industry. Whether you’re an aspiring comedian, a fan of cross-cultural storytelling, or just curious about the evolving comedy scene in China, this episode is a must-watch.
🕒 Timecodes:
00:00 – Intro
02:30 – Start!
05:45 – Are Chinese audiences too polite to laugh?
10:15 – How the comedy industry works in China
12:13 – Blending comedy and drama
13:44 – How Lily got into comedy
20:27 – Who’s the real you—on stage or off?
25:00 – Building confidence on stage
27:39 – Handling nerves before a performance
30:00 – Is comedy objective or subjective?
35:03 – Is hugging considered sexual in China?
41:05 – Being a female comedian: different attention?
47:58 – Advice for women starting stand-up
52:55 – Handling criticism from the audience
58:22 – Say it fast!
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