Duration: 8 weeks

Location: The Internet

Pre-requisites: None. Experienced comedians and beginners welcome

This course will be coming sometime this fall. If you’re interested in this course, please let us know by filling out this form. Thanks!

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This class will take place over Zoom. You will need access to reliable internet and the Zoom app.

In this 8-week course you will learn:

• Proper script formatting

• Ways to generate ideas

• Tips on the writing process

• How to confidently pitch

• Writing/revising sketches

• Practical experience in a (virtual) writers room setting

At the end of the 8-week course you will have 4-5 finished sketches. This class is for both experienced comedians and people just starting out - as long as you have a desire to write your own material, you are welcome. You will be required to write outside of class.

Through your instructor's experiences working with various groups and shows at The Upright Citizens Brigade, running writers rooms for digital companies, and pitching shows and ideas to networks and companies such as Maker Studios and Comedy Central, you'll learn tips and skills to help you succeed whether you're in New York, Los Angeles, or anywhere in the world.

About Your Instructor

Originally from Mentor, Ohio, Michael brings 15 years of experience in the Los Angeles entertainment industry and live comedy scene to help support and build local writers and comedians. He is a graduate of the IO improv program and has studied at UCB with founders Matt Walsh and Matt Besser, among others. He was on house improv teams at both IO West and UCB, and a sketch house team at UCB. He has written and produced sketches and web series for places such as FunnyorDie, CollegeHumor, AwesomenessTV, and Defy Media. His acting credits include Conan, The Goldbergs, Pretty Little Liars, and Human Giant. Since returning to Cleveland, Michael has been teaching improv and sketch writing classes as well as producing and performing in live shows.