[Parties/Drinking Gatherings] A Selection of Crowd-Pleasing One-Shot Gags for Women!
There are surprisingly many chances to go out drinking—company parties and banquets, club welcome and farewell gatherings, and so on.
Once the drinks start flowing, the mood often shifts to wanting to do something funny, and some women may have experienced being asked to perform a quick party trick.
In this article, we’ve compiled one-shot gags for women who feel they can’t do the kind of over-the-top stunts men might do.
We’ve picked a wide range—from quick bits perfect for a short break to more elaborate routines you can showcase as entertainment—so please use them as a reference.
With one-shot gags, momentum is everything! Show them with confidence.
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[Banquets/Drinking Parties] A Selection of Crowd-Pleasing One-Shot Gags for Women! (11–20)
Naomi Watanabe’s impersonation
Naomi Watanabe is a female comedian who is now active not only in Japan but around the world.
She became popular for her Beyoncé impersonations, and trying this act can really get the crowd going.
If you can imitate not just the dance but also the lip movements and facial expressions, people will take notice.
A tip she once shared herself was: “It looks like I’m moving my hips vigorously, but I’m actually just shaking my belly!”
Sport stackingNEW!
This is a performance that uses 12 plastic cups.
Sport stacking is a sport where you stack and unstack cups in predetermined formations without mixing up the order.
The key seems to be doing it smoothly.
Many people get hooked on it, and there are even world championships.
If you time yourself, it can be even more exciting.
You can perform solo, but trying it as a pair is also recommended.
How about performing it with a colleague who joined the company at the same time as you?
Impersonation of Natsuko Yokozawa
Comedian Natsuko Yokozawa has gained popularity for her impressions that capture everyday scenes we’d normally overlook.
Her expressive skill and keen insight shine in signature bits like “The Music Teacher” and “That Slightly Annoying Woman,” which make everyone nod in recognition.
They’re great as quick party tricks you can use anywhere from big events to small drinking gatherings.
However, if you do a bit that makes people think of a specific person who’s present, it can get awkward later, so check who’s attending before deciding on your material.
Magic using hands
You stack your hands and grip one hand firmly, creating a side where the nails are visible and a side where they aren’t.
Normally, flipping the gripped hand over would alternate between seeing nails and not seeing them, but with a cue, both sides appear to show nails—that’s the trick.
It’s a magic trick done only with your hands, so the simplicity of not needing any other props is part of its appeal.
The secret is just switching which hand is gripping as you flip your hands, but if you focus on making the motion quick, it’s hard to notice even when performed right in front of someone—which is a fun aspect of it.
K-drama clichés
“Relatable skits” are a classic one-shot routine.
So how about performing some relatable bits from the recent wave of popular Korean dramas? If you include references to hugely popular, culture-shaping hits like Crash Landing on You or Squid Game, your material should resonate with many people.
For example, common tropes include things like eating instant ramen straight from the pot, or a cheating man getting water thrown on him.
Use these examples for inspiration and try coming up with your own original relatable skits.
Relatable things annoying women do
If you’re at a drinking get-together with lots of women, “relatable annoying-girl scenarios” are a great pick.
They spark the reaction of “I totally know someone like that!” while also getting laughs.
Since it’s meant to be funny, it’s best to imitate them with a bit of exaggeration.
Just be sure to choose your material carefully—if the model is someone too close to the group, it can kill the mood.
[Banquets & Drinking Parties] A Selection of Crowd-Pleasing One-Shot Gags for Women! (21–30)
Mario sound effect impression
Mario, the character who symbolizes Nintendo, is also hugely appealing for his distinctive voice.
Because he’s such a well-known character, impressions of his lines are likely to be easily recognized.
Since he’s a male character, matching the pitch might be difficult.
So rather than aiming for a perfectly faithful reproduction, I recommend focusing on conveying Mario’s vibe and practicing that bursting, energetic vocal delivery.
His lines are closer to sounds than words, so experiment with your vocalization to evoke the image of Mario.