[Easy to Imitate] Comedian Impressions: Crowd-Pleasing Entertainment and Performance Ideas
It’s tough to decide what to do for entertainment at banquets or wedding receptions, isn’t it?
In times like that, why not try some hilarious, crowd-pleasing material from comedians?
In this article, we’ve gathered comedy bits that are perfect for banquets and party entertainment, and easy to imitate.
From currently popular comedians, to those iconic routines that defined an era, to performers who’ve been active for many years—we’re introducing a wide range of acts.
We’ve included everything from things that require some prep to ones you can do with just a bit of practice!
Use the featured comedians’ routines as inspiration and create a fun time for everyone!
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[Easy to Imitate] Comedian Impressions: Crowd-Pleasing Party/Entertainment Skits (51–60)
Yoshio Kojima
If you’re a man confident in your style, how about trying Yoshio Kojima’s gag? You know, the one with the tiny, tight swimsuit and the catchphrase “Sonna no kankeenee!” (“That doesn’t matter!”).
You could fully copy his routine, or turn your own experiences into a funny bit.
Once you get your hands on that colorful swimsuit, all that’s left is practice! Plus, since you’ll be appearing like that in front of people, it might even motivate you to diet or work out (lol).
PERFECT HUMAN
How about doing an impression performance of RADIO FISH, the dance-vocal unit formed mainly by the two members of Oriental Radio? You’ll need to practice the dance and singing, but the songs themselves are cool and well-known, so I think it would really hype up the crowd.
Arunashi quiz
A supposedly fun “Aru-Nashi Quiz” turns into a sharp-tongued manzai routine! The champions of the 2022 M-1 Grand Prix, Westland, are best known for their “Aru-Nashi Quiz” bit.
When asked, “What do idols have that actors don’t?” the straight man Iguchi snaps back, “Ambition—actors don’t have any ambition at all!!,” spitting venom.
It’s exhilarating to hear Iguchi rapidly nail, in short phrases, those relatable feelings everyone has but doesn’t dare say out loud.
It makes you want to hear even more of their edgy material.
Their bit “There’s no dream in R-1” even trended on Twitter!
Nora Hirano
Speaking of Nora Hirano, her striking image brings to mind the bubble era: a red suit and long, crimped hair.
She’s become so iconic that her outfit is even sold as party goods now.
So! If you’re planning a performance and thinking of doing an impression, why not try imitating her? Just carry a shoulder phone and crack some bubble-era jokes, and you’re sure to get laughs! Her makeup is unique too, so try recreating that as well.
Not only women—men doing the impression on purpose might be hilarious, too!
[Easy to Imitate] Comedian Impressions: Crowd-Pleasing Party Performances and Skits (61–70)
Boru Juku
There are three members on TV right now, but Borujuku is actually a quartet of four acts.
The members are Haruka, who leads the manzai routine; Anri, the tsukkomi (straight man); Tanabe, the boke (funny one); and Sakayori, who is currently on maternity leave.
Among them, Tanabe’s signature line “Maa ne~” was even nominated for the 2020 Buzzword of the Year Awards, and it’s a surefire gag.
Even when someone says something unfavorable to her, if she spins it positively and says “Maa ne~,” it brings the house down.
Borujuku also has short skits, so if we’re going to do impressions, it’d be great to gather three people and give it a try.
Mr. Shachihoko
Mr.
Shachihoko, who became quite famous for his impersonation of Akiko Wada.
You probably hear the signature line, “What do you do?” more often from Mr.
Shachihoko than from Akiko Wada herself, right? So if you cross-dress like Mr.
Shachihoko and do an Akiko Wada impression, it’ll surely get laughs! It might feel odd to do an impersonation of an impersonation, but as long as it comes across clearly, it should get people laughing!
Miki
Miki is a brother comedy duo from the up-and-coming “seventh generation” that’s quickly rising to prominence.
They’re young, but their style is classic talk-driven manzai, so if you want to imitate them, you may need to practice smooth, quickfire delivery.
The older brother role should go in with high energy.
Visually, a check-pattern suit works well, and glasses are an essential item.