Glendale’s Funniest Bee: Josh Shakespeare Buzzes In

May 29, 2025 admin

Buzz buzz, comedy lovers! 🐝🎤

Get ready to laugh your wings off—because we sat down with Glendale’s own funny bee, Josh Shakespeare!

From wild skits to stand-up sets that’ll have your antennas shaking, this local jokester is buzzing with talent.

Ever wonder where he gets his punchlines? Or how Glendale inspires his next viral bit?

Well, honey, it’s all in the interview. 🍯

How did Josh Shakespeare the comedian come to life? Was it a joke that went too far—or just far enough?

Shakespeare is my real last name. So yes, It has gone way too far.

Do you remember the first time you made a room laugh on purpose? What was the setup and punchline?

Yes. High School. We were watching Vertigo.

The main character had slept with his girlfriend and afterwards they were preparing to go to a restaurant. She says “I’m gonna get one of those big amazing steaks” and I said “you just had a big amazing steak”

Entire room didn’t laugh but it was shock and awe. In bits and pieces

Who are your biggest comedic influences—and who would you never want to follow on stage?

Dave Chappelle

Jerrod Carmichael

Daniel Tosh

Sebastian Maniscalco

I’ll follow anyone. At least you’re supposed to.

What's your writing process like for a skit or stand-up set? Is it coffee, chaos, or crying in a corner?

All of the above. I usually sit in my room for hours like it’s my office with raw videos or news stories and think about something that makes me laugh.

Which do you love more—writing skits or performing live stand-up? Or is that like choosing your favorite child?

Definitely stand up, but skit writing vs stand up is a lot like cardio vs weightlifting.

How do Glendale audiences react compared to other cities? Do we laugh louder or just nod politely?

Glendale is very diverse so it depends on who in glendale. Generally very laidback.

Your skits are hilarious—where do you get your inspiration? Real life? Grocery store meltdowns?

All of the above but I’m able to really stretch if I can by making some stuff up.

What's the weirdest DM or fan reaction you've ever gotten after a show or skit?

Most recently an imposter bot that was message my fans pretending to be me.

Do you ever test jokes on friends or family—or are they your unwilling guinea pigs?

Nah, I go to open mics for that. I also have no friends or family.

If you weren’t doing comedy, what would you be doing? (And don’t say mime…)

Private investigator, detective, or work for intelligence.

What's your most "Glendale" joke or moment that only locals would truly get?

I’ve met several 16 year olds with a full beard, a BMW, a gun with license, a minimum of 3 amateur fights lined up and a vape shop.

If Shakespeare himself came to one of your shows, what do you think he'd say?

“Where are your shackles?”

What's one skit you created that still cracks you up when you watch it back?

None. Eventually they stop being funny.

Do you feel more pressure creating content online than performing live?

Definitely.

If someone's never seen your comedy, what's the one video they must watch first?

A joke I made about who would win in a fight between Caitlyn Jenner and Michelle Obama.

What's your dream venue or platform to perform on—Netflix, The Laugh Factory, a Super Bowl commercial?

All of the above.

How do you handle creative blocks? Or do you just improvise until something funny falls out?

It’s usually something else I’m not dealing with that causes that.

If you could collaborate with any other comedian—dead or alive—who would it be and why?

Dave Chappelle.

Why not?

If you were a stand-up bee, what would your opening joke be?

*takes sip of water* this is from the wasps only water fountain.

Glendale's buzzing about you—what should fans definitely know before coming to a Josh Shakespeare show?

Tickets are non refundable.

How can our subscribers find you on social media?

Instagram: @Joshashakespeare

https://joshshakespeare.store

TikTok: @Joshashakespeare

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