Join Westside Comedy Theater for Improv 101, Standup 101, or Sketch 101(Up to 28% Off) - Boost Your Skills
For 16 years, M.i.'s Westside Comedy Theater Training Center has taught students improv, standup, and sketch! Take a class today!
Ever wondered what it feels like to make a room full of people laugh? With Westside Comedy Theater's writing classes, that dream can become a reality! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a complete newbie, these classes are designed to help you find your comedic voice and connect with others in a fun, supportive environment.
What We Offer
- Improv 101: Intro to Improv
- Standup 101: Find Your Voice
- Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing
What's Included
Standup 101: Find Your Voice 6-week class with a showcase at The Westside!
- Class meets once a week for 3 hours.
- In this first level of Stand-Up Class, students will work on discovering their own comedic sensibility and shaping that into a clear and unique point of view.
- Using material from their own lives, as well as observations from the world around them, each student will leave this level with an understanding of the basics of writing and performing stand-up.
- The class culminates in a showcase where each comedian performs a 5-minute set from material created in class.
- Taught by veteran instructors who are long-time performers.
- Student ID included which grants entry to all Westside shows.
Improv 101: Intro to Improv 6-week class with a showcase at The Westside!
- Class meets once a week for 3 hours.
- Get ready for an exciting introduction to the art of improvisation!
- This class teaches the fundamentals of improv and ensemble. No matter your experience or goals, this is a great place to start!
- Improv 101 will help you get out of your shell, spark creativity, and is a fun way to meet and collaborate with new people in a creative, supportive environment.
- This 6-week course concludes with a class showcase to show off your new skills to friends and family.
- Taught by veteran instructors who are long-time performers.
- Student ID included which grants entry to all Westside shows.
Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing 6-week class with a showcase at The Westside!
- Class meets once a week for 3 hours.
- Explore the wonderful world of comedy writing in this supportive and fun class environment.
- Perfect for performers looking to diversify their skill set or complete beginners. No prerequisites required!
- Learn the fundamentals of comedy writing theory and technique through engaging writing exercises and assignments.
- 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)
- Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of comedy writing!
- Taught by veteran instructors who are long-time performers.
- Student ID included which grants entry to all Westside shows.
Why You Should Grab The Offer
This is an incredible opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry, with personalized instruction that nurtures your comedic potential. Westside Comedy Theater's classes are designed not only to teach but to inspire and push you to find your unique comedic voice. Whether you're interested in improv, stand-up, or comedy writing, these 6-week courses are a fun and supportive way to explore your creativity, make lasting connections, and gain valuable performance experience.
By joining, you’re not just taking a class—you’re becoming part of a community of like-minded individuals passionate about comedy. The finale showcase allows you to step into the spotlight, showing off what you’ve learned in front of a live audience, making it the perfect way to see just how far you've come. Whether you're aiming to perform or simply enjoy the process of writing and performing, this experience will be a game-changer for you.
Get ready to step up, make people laugh, and discover the comedian within!
For 16 years, M.i.'s Westside Comedy Theater Training Center has taught students improv, standup, and sketch! Take a class today!
Ever wondered what it feels like to make a room full of people laugh? With Westside Comedy Theater's writing classes, that dream can become a reality! Whether you're a seasoned performer or a complete newbie, these classes are designed to help you find your comedic voice and connect with others in a fun, supportive environment.
What We Offer
- Improv 101: Intro to Improv
- Standup 101: Find Your Voice
- Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing
What's Included
Standup 101: Find Your Voice 6-week class with a showcase at The Westside!
- Class meets once a week for 3 hours.
- In this first level of Stand-Up Class, students will work on discovering their own comedic sensibility and shaping that into a clear and unique point of view.
- Using material from their own lives, as well as observations from the world around them, each student will leave this level with an understanding of the basics of writing and performing stand-up.
- The class culminates in a showcase where each comedian performs a 5-minute set from material created in class.
- Taught by veteran instructors who are long-time performers.
- Student ID included which grants entry to all Westside shows.
Improv 101: Intro to Improv 6-week class with a showcase at The Westside!
- Class meets once a week for 3 hours.
- Get ready for an exciting introduction to the art of improvisation!
- This class teaches the fundamentals of improv and ensemble. No matter your experience or goals, this is a great place to start!
- Improv 101 will help you get out of your shell, spark creativity, and is a fun way to meet and collaborate with new people in a creative, supportive environment.
- This 6-week course concludes with a class showcase to show off your new skills to friends and family.
- Taught by veteran instructors who are long-time performers.
- Student ID included which grants entry to all Westside shows.
Sketch 101: Intro to Comedy Writing 6-week class with a showcase at The Westside!
- Class meets once a week for 3 hours.
- Explore the wonderful world of comedy writing in this supportive and fun class environment.
- Perfect for performers looking to diversify their skill set or complete beginners. No prerequisites required!
- Learn the fundamentals of comedy writing theory and technique through engaging writing exercises and assignments.
- 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)
- Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of comedy writing!
- Taught by veteran instructors who are long-time performers.
- Student ID included which grants entry to all Westside shows.
Why You Should Grab The Offer
This is an incredible opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry, with personalized instruction that nurtures your comedic potential. Westside Comedy Theater's classes are designed not only to teach but to inspire and push you to find your unique comedic voice. Whether you're interested in improv, stand-up, or comedy writing, these 6-week courses are a fun and supportive way to explore your creativity, make lasting connections, and gain valuable performance experience.
By joining, you’re not just taking a class—you’re becoming part of a community of like-minded individuals passionate about comedy. The finale showcase allows you to step into the spotlight, showing off what you’ve learned in front of a live audience, making it the perfect way to see just how far you've come. Whether you're aiming to perform or simply enjoy the process of writing and performing, this experience will be a game-changer for you.
Get ready to step up, make people laugh, and discover the comedian within!