Comedy Writing

Master the skills of writing sketch comedy in this four-level program designed for writers and actors of all experience levels.  Learn basic scene structure, character development, establish action, and learn the styles and genres of comedy.  Weekly writing assignments & in-class exercises generate material and establish a regular writing schedule. 

Level 1: $315/$285 early registration, 8 weeks, 3 hours
All Other Levels: $340/$310 early registration per level, 8 weeks, 3 hours
Writing 1 is offered every term

Prerequisites: No experience necessary

Writing 1 TERM 2 2012 - TERM 3 2012 - TERM 4 2012
Registration for some class times in future terms may be open. Additional class times will become available when registration for the term opens. Check our term calendar for upcoming term and registration dates.

Brainstorm ideas, create environment, write dialogue, work with story, write for the stage and more - this course lays the foundation for writing comic scenes in the Second City tradition.

Writing 2 TERM 2 2012

Creating comic characters, essential comic premises

Writing 3 TERM 2 2012

Working with Actors

Writing 4 TERM 2 2012

Using Sources - Create sketches from current events, personal history and build your point of view.

Recommended Next Level: Advanced Writing (Stage Revue)