Comedians

guidomerkinsrules said

do crowd shots add anything?
comedy shows and rock concerts regularly show crowd reaction - but not so much for jazz/orchestral concerts or dramatic plays

football games might be the only time that the crowd shot actually adds something to the narrative

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I think it makes sense precisely on those grounds. Rock shows and comedy shows are enhanced by being part of the crowd. Being in a small group or even alone with a rock group or comedian performing is going to be less enjoyable - so a video of same show giving you a sense of the audience sharing your reaction is relevant. Same for sports.

I don’t think the same applies for a jazz show or dramatic piece. Sure being in an audience is part of the experience but the sense you have of the experience isn’t really enhanced by sharing it with the others as it is with those.