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Two-week cycle: cold read in a private Zoom session the first week, then rehearse, record, playback and critique scenes in the 2-camera studio the following week. No long-term commitments.
Continuation and enhancement of the joke writing process. Hone, edit, and generate better jokes; fine tune your comic persona; perform at the Hollywood Improv; get a video of your show.
Wed, Oct 28 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Through Nov 11 · 6 weeks
Discover and uncover the fullness of your talent. Learn how to attack a part in a play or film, handle auditions, sell yourself as an actor, and the differences between stage and film acting.
Ongoing class for graduates of the two-year program focused on advanced scene study, Meisner exercises, monologues, and professional coaching. Prerequisite: completion of the Meisner Technique Program, another authorized Meisner technique program, or special faculty approval.
Fri, Oct 30 · 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Full · waitlist · Fridays 10:00 AM–1:00 PM · Application required
Intensive workshop with Jean-Louis Rodrigue and Kristof Konrad on skills for camera close-up performance, scene work with assigned partners, and Alexander Technique foundations. Not a typical on-camera class; real-time on-camera feedback from start to finish.
Fri, Oct 30 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Oct 30 – Nov 1 · 3 sessions · Audit available · Application required
Two-week cycle: cold read in a private Zoom session the first week, then rehearse, record, playback and critique scenes in the 2-camera studio the following week. No long-term commitments.
Jump into Improv! Learn the basics, spark creativity, and boost confidence with fun exercises and expert guidance. 6 weeks + a Showcase. Teaches the fundamentals of improv and ensemble. No matter your experience or goals, this is a great place to start. Meets for 3 hours per week and concludes with a class showcase.
Wed, Nov 4 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Wednesdays 7:00–10:00 PM · Nov 8 – Dec 16 · 6 weeks
Focuses on collaborative shows within a long-form structure, recognizing, isolating, and heightening patterns within scenes. This 8-week course meets for 3 hours per week and concludes with a class show.
Sun, Nov 8 · 1:00 – 4:00 PM · Sundays 1:00–4:00 PM · Starts Nov 8 · 8 weeks
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. While 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. This 6-week course concludes with a class show for your friends and family!
Mon, Nov 9 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM · Mondays 7:00–10:00 PM · Nov 4 – Dec 14 · 6 weeks
In-person ShortBurst Theatre workshops focusing on improvisation, writing, scene study, monologue building, physical expression, and creating a multi-media performance presented live on the last day of the session. On-going theatre workout for beginners through professionals.
Curious about improv? Join one of WCT's co-founders, Colin Sweeney, for an improv workshop. Play games, laugh, meet new people, and experience what makes Westside Comedy Theater’s training program and community so special.
Sat, Nov 28 · 12:00 – 3:00 PM · Nov 28 – Nov 28 · 1 session · Adults
Michael Frederick teaches ongoing Alexander Technique classes. The Alexander Technique offers a clear, systematic look into the underlying principles that govern human movement.