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Laughter Starts Here: Improv Comedy Playtime!
New York Improv Theatre (8 Improv) See all classes by this school @ 318 West 53rd Street, New York, NY
Unlock your creativity, boost self-confidence, and become a master of storytelling with laughter as your guide. Join us at the New York Improv Theatre and embark on a journey of fun, games, and meaningful character development. Learn the art of improv comedy and discover the power of teamwork, leadership, and communication skills along the way.
Oct 24th
12–2pm ET
$50
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Oct 31st
12–2pm ET
$50
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Nov 7th
12–2pm ET
$50
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Nov 14th
12–2pm ET
Meets 6 Times
$100
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Nov 14th
12–2pm ET
$50
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Sat. Oct 24th, 12–2pm ET
(2 hours)
Theatrical Clown Workshop
The Barrow Group Acting School See all classes by this school @ 520 8th Avenue, New York, NY
Unlock your inner ridiculousness and embrace vulnerability in The Barrow Group Acting School's workshop where you'll learn the art of theatrical clowning. Through a series of physical warm-ups and movement games, you'll discover new perspectives on yourself as a performer and collaborator. Join us in this transformative journey of self-expression and joy.
Nov 7th
10am–5pm ET
Meets 2 Times
$345
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Sat. Nov 7th, 10am–5pm ET
(14 hours over 2 sessions)
Stand-Up Level 2: Solidifying Your Set
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Take your stand-up further by refining your unique voice and developing a polished, cohesive set. The workshop focuses on shaping a solid routine, learning the craft of hosting, and understanding what makes your material truly funny. With personalized feedback and group workshopping, you will build confidence and prepare for a 10-minute performance that kicks off your solo show.
Oct 24th
3–6pm ET
Meets 7 Times
$375
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Oct 26th
7–10pm ET
Meets 7 Times
$375
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Sat. Oct 24th, 3–6pm ET
(21 hours over 7 sessions)
Physical Storytelling 101
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Use the tools of physical storytelling to build compelling comedy. Through mime, body language, and staged metaphor, you will communicate with precision and turn deliberate movement into reliable laughs. Create original pieces and see how silent performance sharpens comedic timing and narrative impact. Open to performers at every experience level.
Nov 1st
12–3pm ET
Meets 5 Times
$300
7 Seats Left
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Sun. Nov 1st, 12–3pm ET
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
Generating Material: A Stand-Up Intensive
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Refine your comedic voice by clarifying character, persona, and point of view—and learning how to apply them with precision. After a focused review of joke-writing fundamentals, specialized exercises guide you in generating material that aligns seamlessly with your perspective and delivery. Through rigorous feedback and dialogue, you’ll develop a sharper, more intentional approach to stand-up that deepens both content and performance.
Nov 7th
11am–3pm ET
$150
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Nov 8th
12–3pm ET
$150
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Sat. Nov 7th, 11am–3pm ET
(4 hours)
Improv Level 2: Free Your Mind
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Reconnect with the joy of improv through a fearless, freeing approach that puts play first. Make bold choices, quiet the inner critic, and step into scenes with emotional clarity and creative ease. The workshop pushes you to support your partners, surprise yourself, and move through long-form improv with confidence, with joy at the heart of every moment.
Oct 25th
6–9pm ET
Meets 7 Times
$375
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Sun. Oct 25th, 6–9pm ET
(21 hours over 7 sessions)
Beginner Stand-Up Comedy
NYC Comedy Class See all classes by this school @ 37 W 65th St, New York, NY
Tap into your comedic potential at the renowned NYC Comedy Class. This laughter-filled course offers a supportive setting where beginners can sharpen their stand-up comedy skills, build confidence, and master public speaking. Join us for a hilarious journey of self-expression that wraps with a memorable graduation show at St Marks Comedy Club.
Nov 3rd
7–9:30pm ET
Meets 6 Times
$395
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Jan 12th
7–9:30pm ET
Meets 6 Times
$395
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Tue. Nov 3rd, 7–9:30pm ET
(15 hours over 6 sessions)
Stand-Up Comedy Workshop
American Comedy Institute See all classes by this school @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY
Advance your stand-up career in the Stand-Up Comedy Workshop at the renowned American Comedy Institute. The program combines group classes, private writing sessions, and a live performance at Gotham Comedy Club. Open to beginners through working pros, it's a strong way to sharpen technique and write funnier, more original material.
Nov 11th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$475
25 Seats Left
Jan 20th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$475
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Feb 17th
6:30–8:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$475
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Wed. Nov 11th, 6:30–8:30pm ET
(8 hours over 4 sessions)
Stand-Up Comedy Workshop (Online)
American Comedy Institute See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
Move your career forward through the Stand-Up Comedy Workshop at the well-known American Comedy Institute. The workshop combines group classes, private writing sessions, and an online show streamed nationally and worldwide. Beginners and seasoned pros alike will find a unique chance to sharpen their craft and make their material funnier and more original.
Dec 8th
6–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$375
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Mar 16th
6–8pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$375
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Tue. Dec 8th, 6–8pm ET
(8 hours over 4 sessions)
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Improv Comedy for Business Professionals
New York Improv Theatre (8 Improv) See all classes by this school @ 318 West 53rd Street, New York, NY
Develop essential communication and team-building skills while having fun at New York Improv Theatre. This course is designed for business professionals seeking to improve public speaking, self-confidence, and more. Join corporate clients like HSBC, UBER, and Twitter in learning the art of improv comedy for maximum impact in your career.
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Improv 4 Tweens Times Square NYC
New York Improv Theatre (8 Improv) See all classes by this school @ 318 W 53rd St, New York, NY
Improv and Stand-Up Comedy help students discover their best selves building self confidence, creative writing, critical thinking and public speaking. We offer weekly classes Winter, Spring and Fall, plus Summer Camps. We also have teachers at schools, camps and community centers on weekends and after school. Each session starts with Improvisation, playing games that are a ton of fun while teaching valuable life skills. These are the same games...
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Teen Comedy Boot Camp
New York Improv Theatre (8 Improv) See all classes by this school @ 318 West 53rd Street, New York, NY
Learn Improv, Stand-Up and Sketch Comedy writing and performance techniques. Also an intro to editing, publishing and marketing your work. Every week, showcase your creations through live performance AND/OR digital content creation. A division of Summer Comedy Camp at the Broadway Comedy Club & Improv 4 Kids/Teens.
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The Comedy Workshop
Stella Adler Studio of Acting See all classes by this school @ 65 Broadway, New York, NY
Develop your unique comedic voice in this supportive, hands-on workshop designed for writers and performers working on stand-up, solo performances, scripts, or other comedy projects. Through weekly presentations, constructive feedback, and targeted assignments, you’ll refine your material, stay accountable to your creative goals, and make meaningful progress on your work in progress.
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Clown Level 1: Welcome to Clown Town
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Step into Clown Town and learn the joy of being fully present with others. Through exercises drawn from renowned theater masters, you will move past ego and connect with your shared humanity in a playful, warm setting. The workshop pushes you to embrace spontaneity and humor, finishing with a joyful class performance that celebrates the art of clowning.
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Improv Level 3: Advanced Scene Dynamics
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Push your improv into more ambitious territory with advanced techniques that mix fearless play with authentic character work. Learn to build dynamic group scenes, manage multiple focal points, and keep audiences engaged through surprising twists. This workshop asks you to lean into your unique style, step outside your comfort zone, and create polished, compelling performances.
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Improv Level 1 Intensive: Intro to Improv
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Build a sturdy foundation in improv through fast-paced games and lively exercises. Discover how to lean into "Yes, and," trust your gut, and respond honestly while propping up your scene partners. The immersive setting welcomes confidence, creative risk-taking, and expressive performance among collaborators.
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Self-Tape Auditions
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Ready to nail your next self-tape audition? Join Sofia Dobrushin’s workshop and get the insider tips and techniques that’ll boost your confidence and polish your performance—no BFA required! Perfect for comedians, trained actors, and anyone eager to shine in the unpredictable world of acting.
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Creating Comedy Songs
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Turn your funniest ideas into unforgettable songs with a deep dive into comedic songwriting. Explore musical and lyrical techniques, study examples of effective comedy songs, and learn how structure can enhance creativity. Whether you're refining your craft or starting fresh, this class provides the tools to transform even the silliest topics into cleverly crafted, melody-driven humor.
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Improv Level 2 Intensive: Free Your Mind
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Move past hesitation and open up greater freedom inside your improv work. The intensive zeroes in on committing fully to choices, kicking off scenes from a clear emotional viewpoint, and making specific, unexpected moves. Through guided notes and team practice, performers grow confident, deepen long-form work, and adopt a more playful, fearless stage approach.
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Clown Level 2 Intensive
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Investigate the foundations of clown through playful, human-centered performance exercises. Drawing on influential physical theater traditions, this experience invites vulnerability, joy, and authentic connection with an audience. Build confidence, presence, and openness as your work develops toward a shared public performance.
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Reviews for Comedy Classes in NYC
Comedy Classes in NYC are rated 4.5 stars based on 136 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Laughter Starts Here: Improv Comedy Playtime!
It was great fun. Everyone was kind and felt very collective and together. Instructor was a great and comedic asset and really charismatic! -
Laughter Starts Here: Improv Comedy Playtime!
I'm completely new, I took two classes. The atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming. The class has a group of people who consistently go there, so there is a community. Great intro to improv, and I totally will come back. -
Stand-Up Level 1: Finding Your Voice
I really enjoyed the work. Finding my voice. Being challenged to write. Being honest. Learn to Take a risk. I would recommend to anyone. I’d definitely do it again. -
Improv Comedy for Business Professionals
Improvisation class with Dave, Walter, and everyone has been engaging. We did zip-zap-zop, three lines, switch game (switch the object), columns, fixed word count, genre, the world's worst xxx, and more. From not knowing how to start a sentence to calling back the terms we mentioned earlier and adding information to indicate who, what, and where, I stepped into the improvisation world. Every other member in the team were also doing their best. The liveliness of the class is inspiring and the concept of "yes, and" instead of denial can be life-changing. Highly recommend the class; wish to take more. -
Stand-Up Comedy Webinar
Wonderful experience, highly recommend to those who are looking to understand the art of comedy and method of delivery. Comfortable setting and helpful feedback. -
Developing the Improvi-play - The Emotional Improviser
Amazing experience. We did improv exercises that involved acting and emotion. I would love for them to have more events like this. -
Laughter Starts Here: Improv Comedy Playtime!
Great environment! -
Introduction to Stand Up Comedy
The class exceeded my expectations. The instructor, DF Sweedler, is a wealth of comedy knowledge. Getting into the comedy industry is no easy task, but this class is an extremely valuable resource to getting you started. Upon completion of the course I enrolled for a second time, and will keep coming back until I feel I’ve mastered everything he has to teach. -
Laughter Starts Here: Improv Comedy Playtime!
Class was great! The instructor was super helpful and I had a lot of fun -
Laughter Starts Here: Improv Comedy Playtime!
Excellent instructor and lots of fun! -
Comedy 4 Kids Times Square NYC
So, I'm giving this 5 stars because the teacher, Nick was really amazing. He was so patient and good with the kids (who didn't always make it easy). I will say-- there were adults and teenagers and younger kids in the same class. This was super fun for my 7.5 year old who learned a lot from the teens (who were very, very funny). I was expecting a different format, but what I actually wanted was Improv, and it was 2 hours of improv. So-- a heads up, this was an improv class. -
Stand-Up 101: Comedy for Beginners
Shawn is a great teacher. I learned a lot, and got more confident in performing. He helped me accept myself, and how to develop ideas. -
Laughter Starts Here: Improv Comedy Playtime!
I met Walt and many others in this class. The class is great, Walt is great, funny, energetic, and knows what he is doing. The class has good number of students - not too little to be too boring, not too much to not get any chance. The students and Walt shall bring the best out of you, even if you are breaking a sweat. I shall go here again, if I have time. -
Comedy 4 Kids Times Square NYC
My son loves this class. It’s lots of fun. The teachers are warm and inviting. -
Comedy 4 Kids Times Square NYC
Awesome group and instructors -
Comedy 4 Kids Times Square NYC
Fun times. -
Comedy 4 Kids Times Square NYC
Great fun. Dynamic group. Awesome teacher. -
ONLINE COMEDY CLASS 4 Seniors
Had the best time in Walt’s class and learned an incredible amount about improv and myself. Excited to take more classes! -
Stand-Up 101: Comedy for Beginners
We had a wonderful time in Shawn Wickens's stand-up comedy class. From the beginning, Shawn was warm and supportive, helping us think about comedy, writing, and storytelling, and gave us fun exercises to practice in front of the audience. This was a great use of our time, and a really fun way to practice stand-up, and just to get public speaking practice in general, in an intimate and warm environment. -
Stand-Up 101: Comedy for Beginners
Shawn was a great teacher, and I felt great coming out of the class! Looking forward to doing some open mic nights now! -
Stand-Up 101: Comedy for Beginners
By the end of the class I could write jokes and perform at open mics. Thank you Shawn!! -
NYC Stand-Up Comedy Class
Shawn was a very patient and informative teacher. This is a great class for learning the subtle techniques for comedy ... for social and professional purposes. -
NYC Stand-Up Comedy Class
Great time! One on one really helped -
NYC Stand-Up Comedy Class
The instructor was an excellent teacher. You surely learn a lot from him of how to improve your comedy and acting skills. The cost for the class is very reasonable. -
NYC Stand-Up Comedy Class
By far the best class I've taken in NYC yet. Shawn was able to answer every question I had, help me through my stuck points, and I left with a fresh sense of confidence about myself as a performer/ artist. -
NYC Stand-Up Comedy Class
It was great to do exercises, get tips on joke writing and get advice on delivery methods. -
Fast and Funny Improv
Tom is fantastic. The class was super fun and enjoyable. -
Fast and Funny Improv
The instructor was so great. Thank you, I really enjoyed this class -
Drop In Sketch Clinic
A positive and supportive environment to workshop your material and hone your sketch writing skills. Highly recommended! -
Marketing for Actors and Improvisers
Marketing for Actors has been such a helpful class for me. I learned the value of making micro goals that are easily achievable to move my career forward day by day. The class has an incredibly supportive and optimistic environment. I have also learned the benefits of marketing tools, such as twitter. In this class you will not only learn marketing tips to help you book more jobs, but you will also learn to let go of fear and become the person you are meant to be! -
5 Week Sitcom Comedy Workshop
Fun and enlightening class. Richard is a wealth of knowledge. -
Fast and Funny Improv
It was an engaging class from the start. I quite enjoyed it and plan to go again. -
Fast and Funny Improv
Suprised my boyfriend and took him to this class. This class was amazing and I learned alot. I will definetely recommend it! -
Improv Comedy
Great teacher.. And classe was full of interesting people.. -
Fast and Funny Improv
It was fun! -
Improv Comedy
Amazing class! A must do! -
Fast and Funny Improv
Wonderful! Tom is a great teacher! -
Fast and Funny Improv
Funny class, was really in the moment, good instructors. -
Fast and Funny Improv
Wonderful class. A great survey of beginner's tools and execution. -
Improv Comedy
Great class. Lot of fun. Welcoming environment. Would recommend to others looking to get introduced to improv -
5 Week Sitcom Workshop
Richard Kline teaches a great deal about sitcom acting in this 5 week course. And he is an honest critic, so when he gives a compliment it is an honest one. Oh, let me add, it really is a fun class. Expect to laugh a lot. -
Fast and Funny Improv
Loved it! it's a funny class and just the perfect way to spend your Sunday with a different thing to do. -
Fast and Funny Improv
Instructor and class were a lot of fun! Do it! -
Free Comedy Seminar - You Can Do Standup Comedy
This was extremely fun. I did not see the point is having so many speakers, many of which added little of note towards the end. -
Fast and Funny Improv
I enjoyed myself alot. The teacher was very open and non judgemental to this first timer to Improv. Not only was the class enjoyable and informative-both in doing excercises and actual improv-but the $10 price includes getting to come back 1/2hr later to see the Sunday Night Live improv group. It was great to see Improv in action and I laughed my head off. I plan on dropping in on this class as often as my schedule allows. -
Fast and Funny Improv
The class was great! It was definitely a different experiencing then I was expecting but it turned out to be one of the best things we did on our trip. Very nice, funny people that were all very welcoming made the class wonderful!
