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Comedy Bootcamp®
September 27 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Central
This six-week class will meet on Sundays: September 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25 and November 1 with a graduation show on Wednesday, November 11.
Learn the basics of standup comedy in this six-week class taught by professional comics. The class ends with a graduation show where you’ll deliver a five-minute comedy set to a public audience. Our 600+ graduates have gone on to perform on some of the world’s biggest stages, including Warner Theater, Gotham Comedy Club, and The White House.
Participants will have weekly writing “homework” to prepare a 5-minute set for their graduation show.
Comedy Bootcamp® is a legacy program of the Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation.
About the Instructors
With a rich tapestry of experiences as a Pastor and Military Veteran, PT Bratton’s comedic genius lies in his ability to connect with a wide range of audiences through clean, conscientious, and lighthearted comedy. PT has appeared on major networks such as NBC, CBS, CW and the History Channel. PT’s talent has also led him to perform on some of the most prestigious and iconic stages in the country, including the historic Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. and even the White House. Read more here. https://www.ptbratton.com/
Big Al Gonzales is a nationally touring stand-up comedian, actor, producer, and Marine Corps veteran. A winner of Funniest in South Texas and finalist for Funniest Person in Texas, Gonzales spent years touring with Steve Treviño and is credited on multiple comedy specials. His work has been featured on television, podcasts, film, and Texas Public Radio’s Worth Repeating. Big Al has also been teaching stand-up comedy since 2018 at premier venues including the LOL Comedy Club and The Riot Comedy Club in San Antonio, helping develop the next generation of comedians.
Courtney Crayton is a comic, storyteller, and beatboxer who has performed all over the U.S. in comedy clubs, bars, churches, community centers, a gun store, and even a train. Courtney effortlessly weaves social commentary and quirky personal anecdotes about fatherhood and growing up with a unisex name. Courtney’s onstage poise and playful off-the-cuff interactions with audience members leave the crowd feeling like they just spent the evening with their (really funny) best friend.
