Comedian Jo Firestone’s New Special Good Timing Redefines Age Appropriate Humor

So what did you do during lock-down? These spry seniors learned comedy and made 2021 a bit brighter for everyone. Photo courtesy of Paste Magazine.

Created by comedian Jo Firestone, Good Timing is a wonderful break from all the noise and drama that is 2021. In a nutshell, the show centers around a group of NYC seniors who had signed up for an online comedy class back in 2020 (taught by Jo) who then finally meet up in person circa 2021 at a comedy workshop (also taught by Jo) where they all learn how to put together their own 3-4 minute comedy set to be performed later on that same week in front of a live audience.

The special opens with the workshop in progress where we get to listen in on all the awkward jokes, failed one-liners, and impromptu bawdy poems a person could ask for, delivered with a confidence that belies the budding comic’s inexperience. As the workshop progresses, cutaways begin to take us from the class to a bare stage where Jo conducts quick but fun interviews of each of her thespians of humor,  giving viewers a glimpse into the lives and backstories of each participant. Their responses are varied and unique but none are less than inspiring. Once the workshop is over, the group gets a few days off to prepare for the main event; a 2:00 pm show in front of a live and willing audience. The ensuing comedy show is entertaining, inappropriate, and as heartwarming as it gets.

Good Timing With Jo Firestone drops October 15th on Peacock and can be streamed right over here

Official teaser trailer can be seen here