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, establishing action and styles and genres of comedy. Weekly writing assignments and in-class exercises help generate material and establish a regular writing schedule. Each term builds on the previous one.

Tuition: $290 +HST; $260.00 +HST Early Registered

Writing I

TERM 3 REGISTER

TERM 4 REGISTER

TERM 5 REGISTER

TERM 6 REGISTER

• Brainstorming ideas, creating environment, writing dialogue, working with story, writing for the stage and more - this course lays the groundwork for writing comic scenes in The Second City tradition.

  Prerequisites: There is no prerequisite for the Writing Program, however it is highly recommended that you complete Level A of The Second City Improv Program

Writing II REGISTER

• Sketch Writing - Creating characters and working with basic premises

  Prerequisites: Writing I

Writing III REGISTER

• Sketch Writing Continued - Working in the style of The Second City

  Prerequisites: Writing II

Writing IV REGISTER

• Using Sources - Creating sketches from current events, personal history and other sources

  Prerequisites: For admittance to Writing IV please submit a new sketch (not previously submitted for a class assignment) The Artistic Director, kfrank@secondcity.com. Your sketch should show you ability to set up a platform, introduce a tilt, heighten and resolve. For further information please talk to your Writing Instructor. Submissions are due 1 week prior to your registration for Writing IV.