Stand-up Comedy Writing

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Learn to write a 5 to 7-minute stand-up routine in this course guiding you through the history of stand-up from past to present.

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What you can learn.

Explore the history of stand-up comedy
Find your voice as a stand-up comedian
Explore joke premises to develop a brief stand-up routine
Give and receive supportive criticism with your classmates

About this course:

This workshop examines various types of stand-up from the 1960s to present. We focus on our old friend “finding your voice” as it pertains to storytelling and joke writing. In a safe space, you explore joke premises and receive constructive feedback from your peers. By the end of the course, you perform a five-to-seven-minute routine and write a one-page synopsis of a TV show or social media content based on your comedy.

Winter 2025 Schedule

January 7 - March 11

Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT

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Instructor: Chip Pope

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Fee:

$720.00

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Location: UCLA

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Notes

Enrollment limited to 15 students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

This course meets in person at the designated class meeting time and location. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation. Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.

Refund Deadline

No refunds after January 21, 2025

Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

(Optional) How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying : Lessons from a Life in Comedy by Leifer, Carol

ISBN 9781594746772

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Tue Jan 7, 2025

7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT