“How To Be A Working Comic” Stand-Up Comedy Workshop with Dave Schwensen –
Being a stand-up comedian is a serious business, with a lot of laughs. Stand-up comedy has become a giant industry and a major source of talent for live venues, television, movies, corporate events, colleges & universities, cruise ships, and wherever laughter is needed. The entertainment world is constantly looking for new faces.
Becoming a successful comedian takes more than just talent and luck. It involves preparation, experience, a knowledge of the business and knowing what is expected of you. Today’s top comedians developed their humor without conforming to any trends or formulas. Talent and originality are the keys to success. However, there are established business methods that performers should be aware of. Developing, writing and performing a stand-up comedy act, and learning how the entertainment industry works from an insider’s point of view is what this workshop is all about. It’s also a LOT of fun!
“Schwensen certainly knows the ins and outs of making it in comedy.” – Chicago Tribune
Becoming a successful comedian takes more than just talent and luck. It involves preparation, experience, a knowledge of the business and knowing what is expected of you. Today’s top comedians developed their humor without conforming to any trends or formulas. Talent and originality are the keys to success. However, there are established business methods that performers should be aware of. Developing, writing and performing a stand-up comedy act, and learning how the entertainment industry works from an insider’s point of view is what this workshop is all about. It’s also a LOT of fun!
“Schwensen certainly knows the ins and outs of making it in comedy.” – Chicago Tribune
Here’s what’s included:
Three Saturday sessions from 12:30 to 4:30 pm – March 14, 21 and 28.
Tips, techniques and top-secret information on how professional comedians write comedy. Each workshop member will write an original stand-up comedy routine.
Performance coaching. It’s one thing to create and develop a comedy act and another to deliver it successfully (get laughs!). Workshop members will receive Dave’s performance coaching during each session and present their original comedy set during an evening showcase at The Funny Bone on Wednesday, April 1.
In class discussions aimed at answering all your questions about the comedy / entertainment industry. Topics include:
· Accepted and effective business methods
· Working with talent agents and managers
· Promotional material
· Making the most of open mics and other performance opportunities
· Working in comedy clubs
· Working in the college market
· Corporate and private events
· Cruise Ships
· Television
Insider stories about well-known comedians and behind the scenes experiences. Yes, Dave has worked with many and loves to “name drop.”
Three Saturday sessions from 12:30 to 4:30 pm – March 14, 21 and 28.
Tips, techniques and top-secret information on how professional comedians write comedy. Each workshop member will write an original stand-up comedy routine.
Performance coaching. It’s one thing to create and develop a comedy act and another to deliver it successfully (get laughs!). Workshop members will receive Dave’s performance coaching during each session and present their original comedy set during an evening showcase at The Funny Bone on Wednesday, April 1.
In class discussions aimed at answering all your questions about the comedy / entertainment industry. Topics include:
· Accepted and effective business methods
· Working with talent agents and managers
· Promotional material
· Making the most of open mics and other performance opportunities
· Working in comedy clubs
· Working in the college market
· Corporate and private events
· Cruise Ships
· Television
Insider stories about well-known comedians and behind the scenes experiences. Yes, Dave has worked with many and loves to “name drop.”
About Dave Schwensen:
Dave Schwensen is author of the books “How To Be A Working Comic: An Insider’s Guide To A Career In Stand-Up Comedy”, “Comedy FAQs And Answers: How The Stand-Up Biz Really Works”, and “How To Be A Working Corporate Comedian: A Step-By-Step Guide Into Launching & Building Your Career”
His credits include Talent Coordinator for the television show A&E’s An Evening at the Improv, The Hollywood Improv, New York’s Original Improv, and Assistant to Improv founder Budd Friedman.
Dave Schwensen is author of the books “How To Be A Working Comic: An Insider’s Guide To A Career In Stand-Up Comedy”, “Comedy FAQs And Answers: How The Stand-Up Biz Really Works”, and “How To Be A Working Corporate Comedian: A Step-By-Step Guide Into Launching & Building Your Career”
His credits include Talent Coordinator for the television show A&E’s An Evening at the Improv, The Hollywood Improv, New York’s Original Improv, and Assistant to Improv founder Budd Friedman.
Price for the workshop is $225 and limited to 10 people. For more information, reviews, photos and to register visit:
thecomedybook.com
thecomedybook.com
For questions email – [email protected]
