150 Comedy Props – Practical Visual Gags for Performers

150 Comedy Props is a practical reference book designed to help performers quickly create strong visual comedy moments in live performance. The focus is on simple, unexpected gimmicks that generate immediate audience reaction and help establish rapport at the start of a routine or act.

The book explores the value of visual comedy props such as collapsing chairs, flashing accessories, animated objects, and other surprise effects that can be used in a wide range of performance settings. Many of the ideas are designed so they can be constructed at home using basic materials, making the content accessible and practical for working entertainers.

Each of the 150 comedy prop ideas is clearly explained and illustrated, with step-by-step instructions on both construction and performance use. A number of effects also make use of standard props already owned by magicians and performers, allowing for easy integration into existing acts.

Example Comedy Prop Concepts:

• Collapsing chair
• Flashing bow tie
• Jumping stool
• Wilting magic wand
• Runaway string of sausages

Beyond the individual props, the book serves as a broader resource for developing comedic timing and visual impact in performance. It is suitable for a wide range of users, including entertainers, directors, producers, scriptwriters, and after-dinner speakers who want to strengthen audience engagement through visual humor.

The material is supported by 159 pages of content, along with charming illustrations by Maurice Day, helping to clarify construction and performance ideas.

Highlights:

• 150 visual comedy prop ideas
• Step-by-step construction instructions
• Suitable for home-made and existing props
• Designed for stage, cabaret, and after-dinner performance
• Useful for magicians, comedians, and entertainers
• 159-page illustrated reference work
• Illustrations by Maurice Day
• Focus on quick, visual audience reactions

Add strong visual comedy to your act—use 150 Comedy Props as a practical guide to creating fast, effective laughter in any performance setting.