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COMEDY WRITING CLASSES

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OUR WRITING PROGRAM PROVIDES SKILLS STUDENTS CAN PUT TO IMMEDIATE USE TO FURTHER THEIR CAREER.

Curated and taught by two-time Emmy Award-Winning writer and HOME Theater founding member, Peter Gwinn, our comedy writing curriculum will teach you the essential skills needed to write for the stage and for various comedy TV formats like The Daily Show, Saturday Night Live, Sitcoms, and more!

From mastering the art of crafting hilarious scenes, to fine-tuning your comedic timing, our comedy writing classes are designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to thrive right here in Chicago, or wherever your new expertise takes you.

SKETCH PACKET WORKSHOP

This six-week workshop will focus on sketch writing fundamentals in both form and content as we discuss the various requirements for most late night comedy television programs. Students will practice writing submission materials for such shows as SNL, The Daily Show, and more, while receiving valuable individual feedback on their work.  (Homework will be required.)
You will also learn how to develop your packets for submissions to these shows.

“Peter’s class came highly recommended to me and I highly recommend it to you.  He has a really unique perspective and gave us tips I still use and share with others.  He is so funny and experienced and thoughtful about the syllabus and I dare say you’ll love the class.”  Alison Gates, SNL Head Writer

Classes start Monday, April 28th
Time: 7 to 10pm
Cost: $275

Classes meet once a week for 7 weeks.
(No class on May 26th)

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LOCATION2843 N. HALSTED ST.

(312) 488-9528

The Home Comedy Theater is within a short walking distance from the Halsted bus stop (Bus #8), the Diversey Brown & Purple line, the Wellington Brown & Purple line, and the Belmont Red, Brown, & Purple line train stops.

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