SHTICKS is a term used to describe comedic acts, routines, and BITS. It is derived from the Yiddish word 'shtik, ' which means 'PIECE' or 'GAG.' BITS are short comedic skits, often involving physical comedy or props. Acts are longer comedic performances, usually involving multiple characters or a single character in a variety of situations. Routines are longer comedic performances that involve a single character or a group of characters in a single situation. All of these elements come together to form a shtick, which is a comedic performance that is unique to the performer.