Learn to get those hilarious sketch comedy ideas out of your head and onto the page! Our two-week Intro to Sketch Writing course is designed for all levels of experience, from beginners to seasoned writers. You will learn the fundamentals of sketch comedy writing, structure, and format. You will receive personalized feedback from your instructor, which will help you improve your sketch comedy writing skills.
No experience is required.
Who should take this class?
- Anyone who wants to learn how to write sketch comedy
- Aspiring comedians and writers
- Writers who want to expand their skills into sketch comedy
- Anyone who loves to make people laugh!
What will you learn?
- Week One: Understanding Sketch Structure
- Learn the reliable blueprint all the experts use for structuring a sketch
- Understand pacing and how to employ it for maximum laughs
- Investigate the beats that power comedy and stories in general
- Hands-on practice constructing a sketch for critique in week two
- Week Two: Tools to Tell the Story
- Diagram sketches to understand the rhythms and identify areas for improvement
- Practice rewriting with tested and effective comedy punch-up techniques
- Learn the joke styles used by the pros to help build and stock your comedy toolbox
- Complete a performance-ready sketch powered by all you’ve learned, and prepare it for performers!
What do you need?
- A computer or tablet with wifi internet access