One of the doors by the stage opens, and a gnome wearing a simple but colorful outfit steps out. After scanning the crowd with a smile, he steps up on stage, summons up a drum out of thin air, and starts to pound out a rhythmic beat to get the crowd's attention. After a few minute's of this,
"Welcome one and all, ladies and gents, birds and bees, and anything else that may have wandered in, for tonight is your lucky night. You are blessed to be the recipients of the best comedy act currently showing in the wonderful town of Venza. I am Elliman Taletreader, and I will be your host as I guide you through an experience unlike any other. So grab a mug of ale, sit back, and relax as you enjoy the sensation of every kind of laugh in existence and a few more I made up specially for you." From here, Ellamin launches into a substantial act of comedy that involves heavy use of crowd engagement, liberal use of the prestidigitation spell, moving around the room, and utilizing any props he can find to add an extra bit of flavor.
Perform (comedy) (1d20+16=29)