Comedy Writing Classes
San Francisco
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4 classes with availability
Humor Writing with Rebecca Saltzman
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Sharpen your comedic voice and shape your own humor piece in this engaging writing class with Rebecca Saltzman (New Yorker, McSweeney's). Learn techniques for political satire, comic monologues, and more through fun exercises and expert guidance. Leave with a polished, publication-ready piece.
Nov 16th
5–8pm PT
Meets 4 Times
Jan 11th
5–8pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Feb 22nd
5–8pm PT
Meets 5 Times
May 3rd
5–8pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Stand-Up Comedy Writing Level 1: 10 Week Workshop (Zoom)
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school @ Zoom Conference
Discover the secrets to writing and performing stand-up comedy at Gotham Writers Workshop. Learn the techniques that will have you commanding the stage and reducing crowds to helpless laughter. Whether you prefer shtick or sophistication, this workshop will show you how to create material that will leave you begging for more.
Jan 13th
7–10pm ET
Meets 10 Times
Humor Writing: 10-Week Workshop (Online)
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school
Discover the practices of humor writing and learn how to craft hilarious prose in this comprehensive workshop. Explore various techniques and forms of humor, from fiction to nonfiction, and learn how to find humorous ideas. Ideal for beginners or those ready to brush up on their skill.
Jan 12th
12am–11:45pm ET
Meets 2 Times
Feb 16th
12am–11:45pm ET
Meets 2 Times
Writers Room (Online)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
Step into a collaborative environment focused on developing sharp, original comedy material. Participants practice writing jokes, blackouts, and scenes while exploring a range of comedic formats and brainstorming techniques. Along the way, they learn proper script formatting and the essential skill of building on others’ ideas—just like in a professional writers’ room.
Jan 9th
3–6pm ET
Meets 7 Times