22 Best Comedy Creative Writing Classes in 2024

Can a poem be funny? Can we balance the light and the dark, find hilarity in a haiku? What is the value of play in creation? In this workshop, participants will be encouraged to explore the place of humor in their work, through guided readings, discussions, and exercises.

In this fun, funny four-week course, you’ll learn how to weave horror and comedy together to create a new literary something or other that maximizes both genres. Might be flash fiction, a ten-minute screenplay, a short story, a comedy sketch or an experimental combo. Creativity welcomed!

A beginner's guide to sketch comedy that will take you from a premise to a fully realized sketch. This course will walk you through the elements of a sketch and how to write good sketches; it also features workshop sessions where you'll do read-throughs and get feedback on writing assignments.

This course is an introduction to the UCB philosophy on sketch comedy, specifically using "the game" to write short comedic scenes. Each week students will engage in writing exercises that will explore different sketch formats.

Delve into the art of humor writing, learning techniques from slapstick to satire. The course offers exercises and workshops, aiming to produce comic pieces and connect with fellow humor writers.

Sketch 101 is an introductory course to sketch comedy writing, highlighting UCB's unique comedic perspective. This course consists of eight 3-hour sessions, focusing on developing, writing, and polishing comedic skills in various sketch formats. There are no prerequisites, and it's available both in-person and online​​​​​​​​​​.

UCB's Improv 101 course offers an introduction to the fundamentals of improv and comedy. It's ideal for those seeking to enhance their performance skills, public speaking, or just have fun. The course includes eight 3-hour sessions, a class show, and free access to UCB shows​​​​​​​​​​.

Aimed at beginners and those refining their skills, this 10-week course covers the basics of humor writing. Students will engage in lectures, exercises, and critiques, learning to incorporate humor into various writing styles and forms.

This 4-week TV writing class, led by studio founder Jacob Krueger, is designed for various TV genres including drama, comedy, dramedy, miniseries, and web series. The course focuses on developing a pilot, series engine, and series bible. It teaches the structure and engine of successful shows, how to create engaging characters, and how to build a unique structure for your show. The course concludes with a one-on-one consultation with a professional writer.

This course offers an introduction to the fundamental concepts of improvisation. It is designed for everyone, regardless of background, and focuses on building confidence, poise, and creativity. The course format includes 8 classes, each lasting 2.5 hours, culminating in a showcase event. It promises a fun and engaging experience while exploring the art of improv​​​​​​.

Join our 7-week introductory class on improvisational acting in Miami, renowned for its popularity and effectiveness. Learn techniques for improvising scenes and characters in a supportive environment. The course culminates in a student performance, showcasing the skills learned.

In this 7-week course, you'll learn the art of writing effective and humorous sketches. Covering everything from commercial parodies to full-length scenes, the course offers insights into starting sketches, crafting punchlines, and creating strong endings. Students will write at least six sketches and see them brought to life in class performances.