Sunday, May 18

SKETCH 101: Intro to Comedy Writing (Sunday Afternoons)

Ages 18+

Explore comedy writing ! Craft sketches, monologues, and jokes—perfect for all levels. Unleash your creativity! 6 weeks *Virtual available

By M.i's Westside Comedy Theater Training Center

Date and time

Sunday, May 18 · 1 - 4pm PDT

Location

1424 4th St

1424 4th Street Santa Monica, CA 90401

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Dates: 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20
Sundays 1-4PM
6 Weeks
No Prerequisite

*Virtual Learning Option Available

Join us in this supportive and fun in-person class environment to explore the wonderful world of comedy writing. Whether you're a performer looking to diversify your skill set or a complete beginner, this program is perfect for you. There are no prerequisites to begin, and we welcome all individuals, regardless of your previous writing or performing experience. Students will delve into the world of comedy writing theory and technique through a series of engaging writing exercises and assignments. You'll learn how to generate, craft, rewrite, and refine original comedy content individually and collaboratively.

By the end of Level One, each student will have the following deliverables:

A 2-person relationship sketch
Character monologue
Commercial parody
Premise sketch
Topical sketch
Two Line Jokes (Weekend Update/Late Night Monologue)
Fake headlines (The Onion/ Reductress/ Clickhole)

Whether you dream of becoming the next great comedy writer or simply want to enjoy the satisfaction of crafting hilarious content, this course is the perfect starting point for your writing journey. Unleash your creativity now!

Courses are taught by veteran instructors who are long-time performers. Classes meet at The Westside or at one of our classroom spaces a block away.

Class sizes are limited. Enrollment is dependent upon availability. For enrolled students a confirmation welcome email will be sent 48 before the start of the first class. There are no refunds or transfers on tuition.

Frequently asked questions

Where is class located?

Because we are a working comedy theater with shows every night, most of our classes are not held on our stage. Our classes are located at our Creative Studios at Central Tower, just a short walk away. Class shows will take place at our theater.

Where should I park?

The easiest parking is at Parking Garage #5 (entrance on 4th street between Santa Monica & Broadway). Free for 90 min, then $2 for the next 30 min—just $2 for 2 hours! After that, it's $1.50 per half-hour. There is also some surrounding street parking that is free after 6PM on 5th street and east.

When is the class showcase?

Excluding holiday weekends, class showcase typically will fall on the weekend following your last class. You exact showcase date and time will be sent our your 2nd week of class.

Can I audit a class?

Sorry, we don’t allow outside visitors in class. Class is a space for people to push their boundaries, experiment, and sometimes fail. Having outside observers in class works against the safe creative atmosphere that we have worked hard to cultivate.

Organized by

M.i's Westside Comedy Theater Training Center

Why should you take a class with us?

Quality: Our theater is steeped in the traditions of Chicago, the mecca for longform improvisation. The instructors we work with have been performing and teaching for many years, and are committed to creating a home for individuals and ensembles to flourish.
Class Size: Classes at the Westside have (depending on the course) a maximum of 12-16 students. This is the lowest in the business.
Performances: Almost all of our 6-8 week classes end with a graduation showcase, giving you stage time in our theater.
Value: We offer some of the most affordable training in comedy in the Los Angeles area. We invite you to compare.

$50.00 off applied

$310