The Dead Cock
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This tale has been recorded and will be uploaded to the video gallery on 3rd June, 2025, where it will be available to watch for free – together with many, many other tales.
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This is just the sort of joke I love to tell in the theatre as an encore.
As many who are from England may recognise, it is well known as a favourite of the great, late comedian, Barry Cryer.
Here is a link to a discussion of the joke’s origins.
Here a page with a few more examples of Barry Cryer’s comedic genius.
And here is my recording of the tale in German.
Disclaimer
The video clips here are all amateur quality, shot in various theatres or, as here in my home studio.
Their intention is just to show the range of my storytelling and give a flavour of a live performance.
Permission is granted for use in non-commercial educational contexts.
The videos are © Richard Martin.
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