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🎙️023 | Matthew Bayliss: From Punchlines to Plotlines and How to Change Masks
After 15 years on the comedy circuit, Matthew Bayliss is flipping the script — from mic to monologue.
In this episode, Todd Kramer and Jay Reum sit down with the Birmingham-based stand-up comedian who's recently begun transitioning into acting. With sharp timing, loads of stage experience, and a self-deprecating wit, Matthew brings a unique perspective to the craft of performance.
We chat about everything from hecklers and writing habits to imposter syndrome, industry gatekeeping, and learning to "act natural" after years of exaggerating for laughs. If you've ever wondered what it takes to cross over from comedy to acting — this one's for you.
🎭 Warning: this episode contains punchlines and painful truths.
⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 – Opening banter: Midlands vs. Manchester 01:40 – Meet Matthew Bayliss: 15+ years in stand-up 04:20 – His first open mic and early comedy scene stories 07:10 – Developing voice and confidence onstage 09:50 – Why acting felt like the next step 12:30 – Jay on vulnerability vs. bravado in performance 15:15 – Writing vs. improvising: crossover skills 18:00 – Acting classes and the discomfort of being raw 20:30 – Todd on the "unlearning" process for comics 23:00 – Getting seen by casting directors 25:20 – Headshots, reels, and building the new toolkit 28:10 – Comedy habits that help (and hurt) in auditions 31:00 – Lessons from gigs gone sideways 34:20 – Staying sane in a weird industry 37:00 – Advice for comedians eyeing the acting world 39:00 – Wrap-up and final punchlines
🔗 CONNECT & FOLLOW🎧 Podcast & more: https://offstageacting.com/podcast 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/offstageacting ❌ X: https://x.com/OffstageActing 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/offstageacting 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@offstageacting 🌐 Todd's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/toddkramer 🌐 Jay's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jayreum
📣 HASHTAGS#acting #actingpodcast #actor #actors #actorslife #ToddKramer #JayReum #OffstageActing #MatthewBayliss #standupcomic #comedytalent #comicturnedactor #ukcomedy #actingjourney #fromstagetoscreen
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By Todd KramerAfter 15 years on the comedy circuit, Matthew Bayliss is flipping the script — from mic to monologue.
In this episode, Todd Kramer and Jay Reum sit down with the Birmingham-based stand-up comedian who's recently begun transitioning into acting. With sharp timing, loads of stage experience, and a self-deprecating wit, Matthew brings a unique perspective to the craft of performance.
We chat about everything from hecklers and writing habits to imposter syndrome, industry gatekeeping, and learning to "act natural" after years of exaggerating for laughs. If you've ever wondered what it takes to cross over from comedy to acting — this one's for you.
🎭 Warning: this episode contains punchlines and painful truths.
⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 – Opening banter: Midlands vs. Manchester 01:40 – Meet Matthew Bayliss: 15+ years in stand-up 04:20 – His first open mic and early comedy scene stories 07:10 – Developing voice and confidence onstage 09:50 – Why acting felt like the next step 12:30 – Jay on vulnerability vs. bravado in performance 15:15 – Writing vs. improvising: crossover skills 18:00 – Acting classes and the discomfort of being raw 20:30 – Todd on the "unlearning" process for comics 23:00 – Getting seen by casting directors 25:20 – Headshots, reels, and building the new toolkit 28:10 – Comedy habits that help (and hurt) in auditions 31:00 – Lessons from gigs gone sideways 34:20 – Staying sane in a weird industry 37:00 – Advice for comedians eyeing the acting world 39:00 – Wrap-up and final punchlines
🔗 CONNECT & FOLLOW🎧 Podcast & more: https://offstageacting.com/podcast 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/offstageacting ❌ X: https://x.com/OffstageActing 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/offstageacting 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@offstageacting 🌐 Todd's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/toddkramer 🌐 Jay's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jayreum
📣 HASHTAGS#acting #actingpodcast #actor #actors #actorslife #ToddKramer #JayReum #OffstageActing #MatthewBayliss #standupcomic #comedytalent #comicturnedactor #ukcomedy #actingjourney #fromstagetoscreen