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Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing (Sunday Mornings)

Sundays 11:30-2:30pm

Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 11:30AM

The Studios at Central Tower

1424 4th street

Santa Monica, CA 90401

Dates: 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9

Instructor: Allison Reese

SUNDAYS 11:30-2:30PM

6 Weeks

18 & Over

Prerequisites: A laptop or tablet with wireless internet connectivity

Join us in this supportive and fun in-person class environment to explore the wonderful world of comedy writing. Whether you're a performer looking to diversify your skill set or a complete beginner, this program is perfect for you. There are no prerequisites to begin, and we welcome all individuals, regardless of your previous writing or performing experience. Students will delve into the world of comedy writing theory and technique through a series of engaging writing exercises and assignments. You'll learn how to generate, craft, rewrite, and refine original comedy content individually and collaboratively.

By the end of Level One, each student will have the following deliverables:

A 2-person relationship sketch

-Character monologue

-Commercial parody

-Premise sketch

-Topical sketch

-Two Line Jokes (Weekend Update/Late Night Monologue)

-Fake headlines (The Onion/ Reductress/ Clickhole)

Whether you dream of becoming the next great comedy writer or simply want to enjoy the satisfaction of crafting hilarious content, this course is the perfect starting point for your writing journey. Unleash your creativity now!

Class sizes are limited. Enrollment is dependent upon availability. For enrolled students a confirmation welcome email will be sent 48 before the start of the first class. There are no refunds or transfers on tuition.

Thank you!