Join us for this fun, hands-on intensive where we’ll take you behind the curtain, and teach you from the ground up about becoming a stand-up comedian, and the Art of Stand-Up Comedy.
In this program we’ll cover:
- How to find the funny in your daily life
- Writing exercises to help you on your comedy journey
- Developing your own style of comedy
- Connecting with an audience
- Becoming a better public speaker by using humor
- Dos and Don’ts about performing live stand-up comedy
- Writing, performing and perfecting your act
- Delivery, timing and dealing with nerves
- The business of comedy today
- And much more!
Our program combines class instruction with hands-on exercises and student participation, culminating with a final performance by all students in front of a live audience at Bay Street Theater! We’ll also bring in a Guest Comedian to visit our class to give students additional insight into the world of stand-up comedy. It’s going to be educational, inspirational and the most fun you’ll ever have in a class. Don’t wait any longer. Join us for this exciting program and take the next step to pursuing your dream of becoming a stand-up comedian. Graduation Performance: Tuesday Nov. 25th 8pm on stage at Bay Street Theater! NEW! Advanced Comedy Seminar for returning comedians! We’re excited to announce that our 2025 program will offer a Special Advanced Comedy Seminar designed primarily for returning students that have already completed at least ONE of our stand-up comedy programs. First time students are welcome to participate as well. Advanced Comedy Seminar: Here’s what’s in store:
- Your next big moves – how to keep your comedy career climbing
- Stage time secrets – from open mics to booked gigs, how to get on more stages more often
- Meet & mingle – network with fellow comics, bookers, and comedy pros
- Promote like a pro – social media, websites, press kits, and making yourself impossible to ignore
- Comedy careers 101 – stand-up, TV writing, acting, podcasting, and other paths to making funny your living
- Pro comedian guest(s) – hear their stories, advice, and road-tested wisdom
- Handle the heat – turning hecklers, tough crowds, and high-pressure gigs into victories
- Brand your funny – craft a stage persona that books gigs and builds fans
- Get noticed – festival submissions, contest strategies, and audition tips
- Stay in the game – motivation, creativity, and resilience for the long haul
- And a few surprises we can’t tell you about here…
If you loved learning how to do stand-up, this is where you learn how to take your comedy act to the next level! NOTE: The exact date & time of the seminar will be determined with input from all students enrolled in our 2025 Think You’re Funny? comedy class.
