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Stand-up Comedy classes

New to comedy?

Got writer's block?

Trying to find a friendly and supportive environment in which to practice, perform or hone your craft?

It's time to learn from the longest running comedy teacher in the Valley! So you’ve watched Last Comic Standing or Comedy Central and thought, "I can do that." Well, get off your can and get in class! Every comedian starts somewhere - you can start TODAY! Have fun, build your confidence and become funnier both on and off stage. Early registration is open and class space is limited.

All classes run EVERY Sunday and continue each month - on-going

• Stand-Up Comedy Classes: 12 Noon - 3:00 PM
• Cost is $100 per month - pay in person (CASH ONLY - NO CHECKS!) OR pay on-line (below). Your comedy budget goes further here as compared with other classes that can run $300-$400 per month!
• Start/join anytime

How does it work?

Each class begins with a lesson that covers many of the key points that every comic should know. Then each student is given time onstage to share ideas with the class, try out new material, or just talk about their experiences. The teacher and the rest of the class will help you turn your ideas into solid stand-up material that will have them falling out of their seats!

Stand-Up Comedy Topics:

• Your comedic point of view - Be original
  
• Be emotional ; conflict, conflict, conflict
  
• Exaggeration, white lies and embellishment
  
• Pitfalls of trying out material on friends and family
  
• The pause and how to use it - timing is everything
  
• How to get material from current events
  
• Judy Carter's four magic words
  
• What's hack. What's not.
  
• Upwriting - how to give it "zing"
  
• Editing is essential - slash and burn!
  
• Introduction to riffing
  
• Writing your intro card for showcase emcee
  
• Showcase etiquette
  
• Developing call backs
  
• Intensifying emotion on stage
  
• Working with an attitude
  
• In-class writing exercise
  
• Physical comedy
  
• Working with a partner on stage
  
• How to read an audience
  
• Joke repair; fixing stuff you thought you couldn't use
  
• Emcee techniques part I
  
• Emcee techniques part II
  
• Improvisation exercise
  
• Riffing your own material
  
• Heckler hell

How much does it cost?

The cost is $100.00 for one month of classes. Each class is 2+ hours long. That's the best price for comedy instruction anywhere in Phoenix!

One on One with the "Pro's"

Each month, at the Comedy Spot Comedy Club stand-up classes, we feature a guest speaker. These are the real working pro's that not only headline at The Comedy Spot, but work around the country and the world performing stand-up comedy! They bring their years of experience to the table so our students can not only learn from their successes, but also their failures. They take the time to answer any questions the new or advanced comic can think of, and we are very proud to be able to make this a very exciting part of our curriculum.

How do I sign up?

Please click the button below to pay online. Cost of the class is $100.00 plus a $3.00 charge for processing when paying online. You can pay in person with CASH ONLY - (No personal, business or checks of any kind will be accepted!)

About the teacher

She is, the longest running comedy teacher in the Valley! Dee Ann Kinkade has been teaching Stand-Up Comedy at the Comedy Spot Comedy Club for 7 years now. She has also been teaching for the Scottsdale Community College as well as privately for over twelve (12) years. She is an accomplished screenwriter and cable TV producer for E! Entertainment Television.

Dee Ann Kinkade, who has performed live stand-up at The Comedy Store in Hollywood, Rascals Comedy Club, and more, will take you step by step through developing and performing your own original material into a 3 - 5 minute routine.

YOU WILL NOT FIND A MORE EXPERIENCED, PATIENT TEACHER IN THE VALLEY! Learn the art of creating visual one-liners, doing impressions, using props, . . . even how to deal with hecklers. This course may be repeated several times for continued development of your comedic talent. Enrollment is limited; early registration is strongly recommended.

Dee-Ann discussing the Comedy Spot Comedy Classes on various television shows.