Level 100
Learn the Basics of Standup
Are you ready to unleash your inner comedian? Whether you’ve always dreamed of stepping onto the stage or just want to add a bit of humor to your life, our 101 classes are the perfect place to start. In these courses you’ll dive into the fundamentals of stand-up comedy. Topics include:
- Joke Structure Mastery: Learn the art of crafting the perfect punchline. Discover how to set up jokes, deliver punchlines, and keep your audience laughing every step of the way.
- Exploration of Comedy Styles: From observational humor to slapstick comedy, we’ll explore a variety of comedic styles to help you find your unique voice and comedic perspective.
- Hands-On Practice: Plenty of opportunities for you to practice your material and receive constructive feedback from both instructors and fellow classmates.
- Supportive Learning Environment: Comedy is all about taking risks and pushing boundaries. Our class offers a supportive and encouraging environment where you can feel comfortable experimenting with new material and honing your skills.
Classes
Comedy 101 with Chanel Ali, a 6-Week Course
June 2, 2024 – July 14th, 2024 (2 pm – 4:30 pm) Price: $350 Performance date*: July 27th, 2024 at 6 p.m at West Side Comedy Club Are you interested in becoming a comic? Do you need to brush up on your skills? Join us for Comedy 101, where our instructors focus on the basics,…
VIRTUAL Comedy 101 with Mina Hartong, a 6-week course
When: June 4th – July 16th (7 – 9 pm) Where: Virtual (a zoom link will be sent our prior to the start of class) Price: $395 Are you interested in becoming a comic? Do you need to brush up on your skills? Are you located away from New York, or simply want to remain…
Comedy 101 for Teens! A Summer Camp / Intensive with Mina Hartong
When: June 17th – 20th from 2 pm – 5pm Where: West Side Comedy Club Price: $525 (includes two tickets to graduation show) Performance date*: June 20th, 2024 at 6 p.m at West Side Comedy Club Are you interested in trying your hand at comedy? Are you looking for a creative release? Do you have something…