Got five minutes of material? Bring it in. This workshop is designed for comedians who want to strengthen existing jokes, try out new ideas, and get constructive feedback in a supportive group setting. Whether you’re building toward a performance or just want help figuring out what’s working, this is a space to refine your material, […]
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, we’re reflecting on our nation’s story the ASAP way: through humor. Take your comedy to the next level in this alumni-exclusive workshop designed to help you develop fresh, original material that playfully engages with the American experience — celebrating the progress we’re proud of and reckoning with moments where […]
This four-week class meets Saturdays, 10 AM-12 PM, on Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18, and 25. We human beings are storytelling animals, and everyone has a story to tell. In fact, each of us has many stories—our lives are made up of events and experiences, families and relationships, and oh! the memories we hold. Memoir […]
Writing in the genres of horror, fantasy, and science fiction has its own challenges in comparison to other types of fiction with an added emphasis on elements that fans of these genres pay extra attention to, among them suspension of disbelief, world building, genre tropes, character development, plotting, pacing, structure, and many other other critical […]
Ready to take your comedy to the next level? Join seasoned comedians for this alumni-exclusive workshop designed to help you develop fresh, original material and refine your comedic voice. This interactive session is perfect for those who’ve completed a comedy program and are looking to workshop new jokes in a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether […]
Comedy Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop into the art of stand-up comedy. Professional comics teach you how to uncover humor in your personal experiences. You’ll learn the basics of structuring jokes, comedy writing, and stand-up techniques in an interactive environment. This workshop is in partnership with Yellow Ribbon Fund. About the Instructors Originally […]
Ready to take your comedy to the next level? Join seasoned comedians for this alumni-exclusive workshop designed to help you develop fresh, original material and refine your comedic voice. This interactive session is perfect for those who’ve completed a comedy program and are looking to workshop new jokes in a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether […]
This six-week class will meet on Sundays, February 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 1-4 PM. 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 […]
We all have stories to tell, but the hardest part is usually figuring out where to begin. Join us to develop a story that makes sense, entertains, and connects with your audience. Whether you arrive with a fully formed outline, half a scene, or a distant memory of a conversation, we'll show you a solid […]
Comedy Crash Course is a three-hour introductory workshop into the art of stand-up comedy. Professional comics teach you how to uncover humor in your personal experiences. You’ll learn the basics of structuring jokes, comedy writing, and stand-up techniques in an interactive environment. About the Instructors Originally from the East Coast, comedian Geoff Grooms now calls […]