Japanese Comedian Crocop's "Backstage Best Jokes Live" @ Shinjuku Breaker

Crocop's Live

I attended Crocop's live performance where he showcased his "Hollyist (Duel)" skit as the opening act of King of Conte—a heartwarming experience.

While I've always enjoyed comedy, I had never gone beyond watching it on YouTube or TV. Surprisingly, I made my comedy live debut at Crocop's "Best Jokes Live" at Kinkeiro Theater in Nakameguro. It was my roommate, an avid fan of Crocop (and a former duelist), who insisted on going.

In the winter of my 26th year, I never expected to have my comedy live debut with Crocop before attending a live performance by my long-time favorite Rubber Girl.

Backstage Best Jokes Live

The event I attended was the "Backstage Best Jokes Live" titled "Obake" (Ghost). The name has a strong ring to it.

Unlike the jokes performed at the Best Jokes Live, this concept focused on releasing unfunny (or possibly unfunny) jokes.

The venue was the Shinjuku Breaker theater in Shinjuku. It had a seating capacity of around 30 people, and the stage was incredibly close to the audience.

Comedy Skits and Fanbase

Now, let's talk about the live performance. As a newcomer, it was my first time seeing these skits.

Considering the circumstances surrounding the use of certain songs, I can understand why it was called the "Backstage Best Jokes." But regardless, every skit was hilarious, and I couldn't stop laughing.

Both my roommate and I became captivated by Crocop's "What's That?" comedy sketches, and we often imitate them. It seems like we've developed our own catchphrases at home.

I wonder if it's okay to spoil comedy skits from a live performance? I'm not sure about the etiquette, but I'll refrain from revealing the punchlines because it would take away the fun.

Also, the fans at the live show were fantastic. We had to enter the venue in order of our assigned ticket numbers, and although we couldn't hear the staff calling those waiting outside, the fans themselves played a game of telephone, passing along the message like, "They're calling ticket number XX now!" Everyone managed to enter on time, and there were no complaints. It was a pleasant experience.

Since I probably won't be able to see next year's King of Conte or other comedy events in Malaysia, I'll make sure to follow and support Crocop while I still can. And besides YouTube, I should learn how to gather information from overseas once I get there.