Material Creation Workshop
Need new material? In this workshop you will create killer stand-up material by focusing on:
- Finding authentic topics for your persona
- Writing cutting edge premises
- Getting rid of hack, been-done-before material
- Taking your jokes to the next level with mixes and killer act-outs
- Developing comparison jokes, list of three, and callbacks
This class teaches you to focus on the formula, finding your passion, and writing from your creativity, not your critic. Whether you’re a beginner with no stage time, or a comic who needs some new material – this class is for you.
Details
- 4-week course meeting once a week for three hours
- Teachers: Cary Odes and Judy Carter
- Requirements: "The Comedy Bible"
- Cost: $315
- Next session starts the week of April 19th (see calendar)
- Weekday classes held at Tigertainment Studio - 3750 Motor Ave, West Los Angeles, CA 90034.
- Weekend classes held at Lillian Theatre 1076 North Lillian Way, Hollywood 90038.
One day a week - either:
- Tuesdays 7 - 10pm
- Wednesdays 7 - 10pm
- Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
- Sat 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Performing Workshop
You've got the material now you need to learn how to connect with an audience, improvise around your topic, get stage time, personal feedback and be able to think funny on your feet.
This class is designed to give you stage time - and lots of it. Each week you'll be working the jokes you developed in the Material Creation Workshop with a "Comedy Buddy" and master standup teacher, Cary Odes.
Details
- 6-week course meeting once a week for three hours
- Showcase at the Hollywood Improv!
- Teacher: Cary Odes and Judy Carter
- Requirements: You must have completed theMaterial Creation Workshop or you must submit material via email for review.
- Cost: $425
- Session 1 starts the week of March 1st (see calendar)
- Session 2 starts the week of April 19th (see calendar)
- Weekday classes held at Tigertainment Studio - 3750 Motor Ave, West Los Angeles, CA 90034.
- Weekend classes held at Lillian Theatre 1076 North Lillian Way, Hollywood 90038.
One day a week - either:
- Tuesdays 7 - 10pm
- Wednesdays 7 - 10pm
- Sat 9:30am - 12:30pm
- Sat 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Writing and Performing Class Combo
If you sign up for the Writing course you'll want to do the Performance workshop too! Why not sign up for both classes at the same time and receive a discount? If you purchase both workshops together you'll pay only $645 for the entire 10 weeks!
Comedy Relief for Kids/Teens
Finally, a stand-up comedy class for kids/teens ages 9 - 16! In this 8-week course they'll learn how to take all those annoying, frustrating things in life that can often seem impossible and turn them into a killer stand-up comedy set. The students will be showing off their new found talent at the world famous Hollywood Improv in mid March!
This is a class for creative kids in need of confidence, laughter, new friends, a place to vent and help find their unique voice! They don't need to be outgoing, or brilliant - just have an opinon and be willing to share it. It's also a great place to be seen by industry, and write, produce, direct and act in their own show! Register before the end of the year and receive a discount.
Details
- 8-week course meeting once a week for three hours
- Showcase at the Hollywood Improv on March 25th (5 - 7pm)
- Teacher: Shannon Gettins
- Where: The Black Box Theater, 12420 Santa Monica Blvd, 90025
- No pre-requisite
- Cost: $400
- Starts February 4th
- Saturdays 2pm - 5pm
Register for classes here or for more information please contact
Shannon Gettins at: shannon@comedyworkshops.com or 323-512-0271
