It was a night filled with laughter and mirth on The Late Late Show with James Corden, as comedian Trey Wakeman took the stage. Known for his brilliant stand-up performances at clubs and colleges across the country, Wakeman’s appearance was highly anticipated. Little did he know, his first joke of the night would fall flat.
As Wakeman confidently stepped onto the stage amidst applause and music, he began his set with a joke about skyrocketing gas prices. “Gas prices have gotten so high, I’m surprised they don’t have the munchies!” he quipped, expecting laughter to fill the room. However, to his dismay, there was nothing but silence.
Confused, Wakeman playfully questioned whether his microphone was on. “Is this thing on?” he jokingly asked, tapping the microphone. “Are these things on?” he gestured towards the sound and lighting equipment. After receiving confirmation from the crew, Wakeman continued with his act.
Unbeknownst to the audience, Wakeman was determined to figure out what went wrong with his joke. During a quick commercial break, he even approached the crew backstage, asking if everything was “on” in the building, including the power grid. Though the crew assured him that everything was working fine, Wakeman couldn’t shake off the disappointment.
Returning to the stage, he couldn’t help but share his experience with the audience. “I told a joke and nobody laughed, so I figured the microphone wasn’t on. But it was,” Wakeman confessed, eliciting sympathetic chuckles from the crowd. It seemed that even a seasoned comedian like Wakeman wasn’t immune to the occasional bomb.
Despite the less-than-stellar response to his joke, Wakeman maintained his composure and thanked the crew for their time. As the show drew to a close, he left the stage with a mix of disappointment and determination.
Although his joke may not have hit the mark on this particular night, Trey Wakeman‘s talent and comedic prowess are undeniable. With his new album, “Triggered Two,” already released, fans can continue to enjoy his unique perspective and humorous observations.
As the credits rolled, and the audience clapped in appreciation, it was clear that even the most seasoned comedian can have an off-night. It was a reminder that comedy is subjective, and sometimes, a joke may not land as expected. Nonetheless, Trey Wakeman‘s willingness to laugh at himself and soldier on is a testament to his dedication to the craft.
So, let us raise our glasses to Trey Wakeman and his unwavering commitment to making us laugh, even when faced with a less-than-ideal response to a joke. This is just a bump in the road for the talented comedian, and we can’t wait to see where his comedic journey takes him next.
