Format Stand-up performances are usually short , where the comedian recites a fast-paced succession of humorous stories , short jokes -LRB- called `` bits '' -RRB- , and one-liners , which comprise what is typically called a monologue , routine or act .

The comedian normally speaks quickly many funny stories and short jokes -LRB- called bits -RRB- This is called a monologue , routine or act .
