Another trick that seasoned comics use is the insult. Once the MC has introduced you, make joke of some fault in the MC, the club or just pick some random victim. This allows you to transfer the attention away from the MC, and on to yourself. The insult is something that most men do better than women. I am not a prejudice filled misogynist.
Men are just more comfortable with the idea of character assassination.
And whatever you do - don't try to verbally spar with a professional comedian. Instead you will have Melanie and myself to help you. Even though we are angry, bitter and disillusioned, we won't necessarily take it out on you. Physiology of Laughter Good humour has many benefits. During class, I will introduce a fun exercise, used in our workshops, that will explain and allow you to experience the answers to these questions for yourself.