He may still be learning his lessons in the school of comedy, but when it comes to being dedicated to his craft, this young comedian receives an A+ for effort. As part of We Own The Laughs.com’s Comedian of the Day, have a few laughs while getting to know comedian Stamaur “Ayye Pap” Mitchell. The Capitol Heights, MD native shares with us some of her favorite moments in stand-up comedy and why he owns the laughs.
Name: Ayye Pap
Hometown: Capitol Heights, MD/Los Angeles, CA
Instagram/Twitter/Facebook/Snapchat/Tik-Tok: @ayye_pap
Years in Comedy: 6 years
Haven’t we seen you somewhere before: Featured on MTV’s Ridiculousness and featured in “Aniyah Movie” streaming on Amazon Prime
Comedic Influences: Bernie Mac, Mike Epps, Dave Chappelle, Steve Harvey, Tony Roberts, Martin Lawrence, and that’s just to name a few.
Favorite Comedy Album: N/A
Favorite Comedy Special: The Original Kings of Comedy
Favorite Comedy Film: Friday After Next
Favorite Comedy TV Show: Martin
Favorite Comedic Character: Martin Payne (Laughs)
Favorite City to Perform In: Washington D.C.
Favorite Topics to Joke About: Real Life
Favorite Type of Audience: An audience that laughs (Laughs)
Favorite Comedy Club: Laugh Factory
How did you discover your passion for comedy:
Through using this app called “Vine” that’s when I found out making people laugh was a fun thing to do.
What do you remember most about your first time performing stand-up comedy:
That I was nervous as hell (Laughs)
How would you describe your comedic style:
High energy with a lot of acting out and improv.
Describe your process for comedic writing:
I basically just write down whatever comes to mind that makes sense. I could be stuck in traffic and some shit just pops up in my head that fast.
Describe the comedy scene in your area:
Well since COVID-19 hit, the LA comedy scene has died down. But before then, you could catch a show in LA any night of the week.
How do you judge success in the world of comedy:
By the impact, you leave on people when you get off of that stage.
Who are some of your comedic peers that you enjoy watching perform or inspire you personally and professionally:
My bros Davy Ruffin, Goofys, Fat Marco, Footz, and Jarvis, just to name a few.
What’s been your most memorable moment in comedy:
My second time performing at the Laugh Factory. I had the whole place going crazy. Knowing how legendary that stage is made the moment even greater.
What have you learned most from your failures in comedy:
Keep going. Stay consistent and never give up.
How do people react towards you when they realize that you can make people laugh:
They become a lot more open and comfortable.
Describe what it’s been like building a career in stand-up comedy:
It’s been a grind but nonetheless, a beautiful experience.
If you could change one thing in the world of comedy, what would it be:
That people would stop being so damn sensitive. Get out of your feelings and get into these jokes bro.
Best advice you’ve ever received from a comedian:
The word “No” will be an important word you may have to use. Don’t be a sellout.
If you were releasing a comedy special this week, what would it be called:
Papting a fool
Funniest encounter you’ve ever had with a celebrity:
Meeting Tony Roberts backstage. He’s just as hilarious as he is on stage. it’s like his switch never gets flipped off.
Weirdest place you’ve ever performed any forms of comedy:
At the park across the street from the grove (Laughs)
A Ayye Pap Fun Fact:
Sometimes I like to eat Oreos right before I lay down (Laughs)
Where would you like your laughs to take you:
I would like for my laughs to take me all over the world.
What would you tell a potential comedian if they ask you how they can own the laughs:
Stay consistent and stay original.
What are your thoughts on the future of comedy:
Well, hopefully, this quarantine shit will be over soon so we can get back to hitting real stages.
If you could write one episode for one classic TV sitcom which show would be and give a brief detailed sentence on the episode:
Most likely Martin (Laughs) and it would probably start off like “All y’all can get the hell out!” (Laughs)
If you could choose 1 comedy club and 3 comedians to perform with on your perfect comedy show, how would it go:
Hollywood Improv w/ Mike Epps, Tony Roberts, & Cedric The Entertainer
What’s next for you:
Just sharpening up my jokes and continuing to make moves with my acting career.
Why should a person always laugh at life:
My motto is “If you’re not laughing, then what are you doing?” so I guess that sums it up.
Watch Ayye Pap latest youtube sketch When You and Your Momma’s Boo Don’t Get Along:
Follow Ayye Pap’s comedic journey on these social media websites:
Instagram/Twitter/Facebook/Snapchat/Tik-Tok: @ayye_pap
Youtube: Ayye Pap
