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When someone says, “Do a quick gag!” you freeze up thinking, “What should I do?” Right? But no worries! If you do a comedian’s catchphrase or a simple impression, everyone already knows the bit, so it’s an easy way to liven up the mood.
People will be saying, “Yes, that one!” and “So nostalgic!”—it’s sure to spark a shared laugh.
Plus, most of these are super easy to copy, so you hardly need any practice beforehand.
This time, we’ve gathered comedian routines and impressions you can perform at parties and various events.
Give them a try for inspiration!
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Acrobatic performance techniques (1–10)
Jump up from seiza (kneeling position) to standing
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It seems that some people can and some people can’t jump up from a seiza position and land standing.
If you can do it, why not show it off as a quick party trick? Then invite the onlookers to try it too—you’ll get everyone involved and liven up the moment.
It’s funny if someone can’t do it, and if surprisingly everyone can, that’s entertaining in its own way.
Take charge and ramp up the energy!
backflip
A classic acrobatic move that leaves a strong impression on the audience: the back handspring.
Start by swinging your hands back as you squat, then drive your arms powerfully up and forward as you lean your body backward.
Use this motion to build momentum for your jump, arch your body, and commit to launching yourself backward.
In the air, place both hands on the ground and quickly push off as if to spring away from the floor, then land to complete the move.
The keys are the courage to fully arch your body and the quick reaction to place your hands at the right moment.
For first-timers, it’s important to practice on a mat and with a spotter for safety.
It’s a memorable one-shot trick that can nail a highlight moment in one go.
Newspaper tearing
Tearing through a newspaper is a simple yet impactful performance that showcases speed and power.
One person stands holding a spread-out newspaper with both hands, while another punches straight through the center in a single motion.
The clean rip is exhilarating and instantly grabs everyone’s attention.
Once you get the hang of it, you can gradually increase the number of newspaper sheets to make it look even more powerful and double the audience’s surprise.
The keys are driving your fist straight through and syncing your timing.
It’s easy to attempt multiple times and requires no practice, making it perfect for parties and entertainment segments.
The sense of achievement when you nail it together as a team is exceptional.
It’s an easy yet unexpected act that’s sure to be a conversation starter.
Moonwalk in a Week
The moonwalk, which Michael Jackson and others once performed to huge success.
It’s a bit advanced as a party trick, but it looks really cool if you can pull it off.
This is a video of someone attempting the moonwalk after a week of practice.
It also introduces various tips, so why not give it a try little by little when you have some free time?
Acrobat Performance Techniques (11–20)
set fire on (one’s) hand
All you need is a lighter.
Not a turbo lighter or a Zippo—use an ordinary 100-yen disposable lighter.
Make a loose fist with some space inside and fill it with the lighter’s gas.
Then, before the gas escapes, open your hand while igniting the flame, and a fireball will form above your hand! Since it’s just the gas burning, your hand won’t feel hot, but you are dealing with fire, so be careful to ensure there’s nothing nearby that could easily catch fire.
Crushing empty cans
Crushing an empty can is a crowd-pleasing stunt that anyone can try and that ramps up the excitement with its surprising show of force.
Wrap the can tightly in a towel to ensure safety and get ready.
Position your fist over the can and bring it down in one swift, powerful motion to crush it.
The sound at the moment it collapses and the sudden deformation can startle the audience and even draw applause.
The key is to strike decisively without hesitation and to place the can on a stable surface.
Depending on your strength and the angle, you might fail, which makes a successful attempt all the more impactful.
Turn it into a competition with multiple people and it becomes even more fun with a game-like element.
Its big appeal is that anyone can give it a try, and it becomes a surprisingly memorable experience—an irresistibly fun, one-shot party trick.
one-arm push-up
The one-arm push-up is a simple move that showcases power and stability.
Start with a standard push-up and focus on tightening your core to refine your form.
Then widen your stance beyond shoulder-width to make balancing easier, place one hand on your back, and raise and lower your body using only the other arm.
Once you can do this, you’re sure to turn heads with surprise.
Strength matters, of course, but so does balanced development on both sides of the body—the more you train, the more clearly it shows.
With just a small twist on the classic push-up, you can completely change how people see you.
It’s a high-impact, standout performance.