Rik Roberts

Happy Global Warming,

I can’t believe how nice the weather has been this winter. The hot air from all these campaigning politicians must have something to do with it.

I wanted to send one last reminder about the upcoming writing class starting Monday. We still have some room in what looks to be an exciting group of students. If you miss this round the next earliest opportunity would be in May or June. Read on for more information on how to sign up.

Thanks!

Rik

Stand-UP Level One: Writing
Mondays, February 6,  20 &  27
5:30-7:30 PM @ Zanies Nashville

E-Mail me at comedyhomework@aol.com
with the following information to reserve your spot:

First & Last Name
Address
Cell #
Past Performance Experience (if any)
Method of payment (check, cash, PayPal, Credit Card)

If you are starting from scratch this is your class. If you have “dabbled” in stand-up and can’t find the consistency you need from your material, this is your class. If you write, blog, tweet or just want to find out how to be funnier … this class is for you.

Ask yourself the following questions. Be honest with yourself!

• How solid is your material now?
• Do you know the reason each joke gets a laugh?
• What techniques suit you the best?
• Are you able to mix it up for different types of crowds?
• Can you turn a story into a comedy bit?
• Do your jokes get consistent laughs?
• Are you able to get a laugh every 15 seconds or so?

If you don’t know some of the answers, then you’d benefit enormously from the writing class!

Stand-Up Level One: Writing comes with a ”Lifetime” membership which allows you to attend any and all of the future writing classes at no extra cost.

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Performance Class tentatively set for March 5, 12 & 19.

Registration will begin after the writing class is complete. Students who have already taken the writing class have first choice in signing up.

Typically the class fills with these students. If any spots remain open, I will send a notice via this newsletter.

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Improv Class tentatively April 16, 23 & 30

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Business of Comedy Class dates TBA

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Rik Roberts
Principal / Janitor
School of Laughs

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Check out videos of former students:
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www.schooloflaughs.com
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In 2011, I hope to add a couple of “Field Trip” outings for everyone to get together and catch up outside of the comedy club. Networking is a big part of moving forward. Stay tuned for more on that.

That’s all for now, class dates and info below. Business of Comedy class registration is now open. E-mail comedyhomework – at – aol . com for the entry form.

- Rik

UPCOMING CLASS DATES
(descriptions below)

January 24, 2011 Business of Comedy Seminar

February 7, 21, 28 Stand-UP Level One: Writing

March 7, 14, 21 Stand-UP Level Two: Performance

April 4, 11, 18 Improv Comedy Level One: Games
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The Bu$ine$$ of Comedy Seminar

Monday, January 24

5:30 – 8:00 PM @ Zanies in Nashville

The cost is $75 for this one evening seminar

Registration is open, just request a form today by e-mail at comedyhomework – at – aol . com.

Why a Business Class???

Because you will learn more about the comedy business in this session than some comics learn in their entire career. You can take this class without any experience. It is a real eye opener into the world of comedy as a living.
Among topics we will address:
What goes in my promo kit?
When should I approach the clubs?
How do I get in with bookers?
How do I promote myself? Do I need a web site?
What is deductible?
HOW MUCH DO COMEDIANS MAKE?
What market am I best suited for?
What is a realistic time line for my career?
What merchandise sells? Where do I get it?
What should I do for free and where do I draw the line?
and MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!

In fact, send in any question you want answered prior to the seminar and I’ll find the answer for you.
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Stand UP Comedy Level One: Writing

Tentatively set for Mondays, February 7, 21, 28

5:30-7:30 PM @ Zanies Nashville

The 3 session class fee is $200 total

Sign-Ups Available Beginning January 17th, 2011
Request a form at comedyhomework – at – aol . com.

How do you know if the writing class is the starting place for you? Ask yourself the following questions. Be honest with yourself!

How solid is your material now?
Do you know the reason each joke gets a laugh?
What techniques suit you the best?
Are you able to mix it up for different types of crowds?
Can you turn a story into a comedy bit?
Do your jokes get consistent laughs?
Are you able to get a laugh every 15 seconds or so?

If you don’t know some of the answers, then you’d benefit enormously from the writing class!

You can pay by check, credit card or money order. Once you’ve paid for the writing class once you have a “Lifetime” membership which allows you to attend any and all of the future writing classes at no extra cost.
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Stand UP Comedy Level Two: Performance

Tentatively set for Mondays, March 7, 14 & 21

From 5:30-8:00 PM @ Zanies Nashville

The 3 session class fee is $200 total

Sign-ups start February 28, 2011
Request a form at: comedyhomework – at – aol . com

About the class:
In each class you will go on stage for a short set. After your set you will get feedback from myself and then the other students. Feedback will include ideas and angles to clarify your premise, punch line and tag lines. We’ll offer suggestions on how to take your jokes further, as well as constructive criticism on your stage presence, delivery and ability to relate.
Each week there will be some “homework” geared toward preparing a more solid set for the next time.

The class is 100% constructive but you will need to have a little thick skin to take advantage of everything involved.

I limit the size of the class so we can give everyone ample time for feedback and have enough for an “audience” for the students onstage. Students who have taken the writing class have the priority when signing up, followed by new students who have had SOME performing and writing experience outside of the School of Laughs.

Students who successfully navigate the writing and performing classes are invited to a GRADUATION show at Zanies where they will perform a 3 minute set. The set will be recorded and given to you on a DVD along with an evaluation of that set. The graduation set must be CLEAN.

Intro to Improv Comedy Level One: Games

Mondays, April 4, 11 & 18

From 5:30-8:00 PM @ Zanies Nashville, TN

The 3 session class fee is $200 total

Sign-ups start March 21, 2011.
Request a form at: comedyhomework – at – aol . com

Want to release the inner genius trapped inside you? Me too! In the meantime, why not sign up for the Intro to Improv Comedy Class?

I started my comedy career as part of Midwest Comedy Tool and Die – an incredible Improv group in Columbus, OH. We were one of the few traveling Improv troupes to conquer comedy clubs. Our approach was big on laughs with a respect for the art form of Improv. In this intro to Improv class we will do the same.
We will sample many of the games you have seen on “Whose Line is it Anyway?” as well as many you may have never seen. You’ll learn the ground rules that apply to Improvisational Comedy. You’ll be onstage a LOT and will learn to trust your instincts.
You’ll also benefit if you are pursuing stand-up comedy. All of the games in this course can be applied to writing and developing your material. Many students develop characters and bits that they integrate into their act.
Visit www.schooloflaughs.com for more information on these and other classes.

Look for The Rik Roberts School of Laughs on www.FACEBOOK.com. Friend the school for weekly news!

How do you know if the writing class is the starting place for you? Ask yourself the following questions. Be honest with yourself!

How solid is your material now?
Do you know the reason each joke gets a laugh?
Are you tuned into which techniques you use that suit you the best?
Are you able to mix it up for different types of crowds?
Can you turn a story into a comedy bit?
Do your jokes get consistent laughs?
Are you able to get a laugh every 15 seconds or so?

If you don’t know some of the answers, then you’d benefit enormously from the writing class!

Sign ups are now available. Request at form at comedyhomework(at)aol(dot)com.

Stand UP Comedy Level Two: Performance class is tentatively scheduled for November 9, 16 & 23 5:30-8:30 at Zanies. Class fee is $200 total for the 3 sessions.

Sign ups start November 2nd.

About the class:

I limit the size of the class so we can give everyone ample time for feedback and have enough for an “audience” for the students onstage.

Students who have taken the writing class have priority when signing up, followed by new students who have had SOME performing and writing experience outside of the School of Laughs.

In each class you will go on stage for 3 minutes. After your set you will get feedback from myself and then the other students. Feedback will include ideas and angles to clarify your premise, punch line and tag lines suggestions, as well as constructive criticism on your stage presence, delivery and ability to relate.

Each week there will be some “homework” geared toward preparing a more solid set for the next time.

The class is 100% constructive but you will need to have a little thick skin to take advantage of everything involved.

Students who successfully navigate the writing and performing class are invited to a GRADUATION show at Zanies where they will perform a 3 minute set. The set will be video taped and given to you on a DVD along with an evaluation of that set. The graduation set must be CLEAN.

Additional class description on www.schooloflaughs.com.

The Business of Comedy

The annual Bu$ine$$ of Comedy seminar was held on Monday, September 14th. Thanks to the 27 fun loving and seriously interested folks who attended. I appreciate your devotion to taking comedy to the next level.

Did you miss it? You can still pick up all the tips!

You can receive the 30 page workbook along with the seminar on mp3 or audio CD – that’s no joke! Just request a copy today by e-mail at comedyhomework(at)aol(dot)com. The cost is $75 and I’ll waive the shipping cost on the workbook if you order before October 14th.

Why a Business Class???

Because you will earn more about the comedy business in this 3 hour session than some comics learn in their entire career. You can take this class without any previous experience. It is a real eye opener into the world of comedy as a living.

Among other topics we addressed:

What goes in my promo kit?
When should I approach the clubs?
How do I get in with bookers?
How do I promote myself?
Do I need a web site?
What is deductible?
HOW MUCH DO COMEDIANS MAKE?
What market am I best suited for?
What is a realistic time line for my career?
What merchandise sells? Where do I get the merchandise?
What should I do for free and where do I draw the line?

and MUCH MUCH MORE!!!

E-mail me at comedyhomework(at)aol(dot)com to request your workbook and mp3 today!

GRADUATION SHOW

Thanks to all the students who graduated onstage at Zanies on Wednesday September 23rd. All 7 had their best set yet!

Stand-UP Comedy Level Two: Performance

Starts in 6 days!

Stand UP Comedy Level Two: Performance class is scheduled for August 3, 10, 24 & 31. Class fee is $200. There are two sessions to choose from: Early (5:30-7:15) and Late (7:30-9:15). The early class will probably fill up first so if you can be part of the later session that would help out.

About the class:

I limit the sessions to 8 people so we can have enough for an “audience” and can give everyone ample time for feedback.

Students who have taken the writing class have priority when signing up, followed by new students who have had SOME performing and writing experience outside of the School of Laughs.

In each class you will go on stage the first time for 3 minutes. After your set you will get feedback from myself and then the other students. Feedback will include ideas and angles to clarify your premise, punch line and tag lines suggestions, as well as constructive criticism on your stage presence, delivery and ability to relate.

The second time you get onstage I will interrupt you at some point and have you either explore a premise deeper or exaggerate a performance technique to get a different response.

Each week there will be some “homework” geared toward preparing a more solid set for the next time.

The class is 100% constructive but you will need to have a little thick skin to take advantage of everything involved.

Students who successfully navigate the writing and performing class are invited to a GRADUATION show at Zanies where they will perform a 3 minute set. The set will be video taped and given to you on a DVD along with an evaluation of that set. The graduation set must be CLEAN.

Additional class description on www.schooloflaughs.com.

ASK FOR A SIGN UP FORM NOW!

E-Mail me: comedyhomework [at] aol [dot] com

Stand UP Comedy Level ONE: Writing class is tentatively scheduled for MONDAYS September 21, 28 October 19, 26 5:30-7:30p.m. at Zanies. Class fee is $200.

Rik Roberts

How solid is your material now?

Do you know the reason each joke gets a laugh?

Are you tuned into which techniques you use that suit you the best?

Are you able to mix it up for different types of crowds?

Can you turn a story into a comedy bit?

Do your jokes get consistent laughs?

Are you able to get a laugh every 15 seconds or so?

If you don’t know some of the answers, then you’d benefit enormously from the writing class!

Sign ups will begin a few weeks before the class starts.

If you have any questions about any of the classes feel free to e-mail me and ask.. otherwise here’s a look at what’s coming up..

The Bu$ine$$ of Comedy class is tentatively scheduled for Monday, September 14th. Thanks for your patience. This will be a one evening seminar, from 5:30-8:00/8:30 at Zanies, cost is $75. Sign ups will begin September 1st.

Why a Business Class???

Because you will earn more about the comedy business in this 3 hour session than some comics learn in their entire career. After you pre-register you can submit ANY and ALL questions to be answered at the class. You can take this class without any previous experience. It is a real eye opener into the world of comedy as a living.

Among other topics we will address:

What goes in my promo kit?

When should I approach the clubs?

How do I get in with bookers?

How do I promote myself?

Do I need a web site?

What is deductible?

HOW MUCH DO COMEDIANS MAKE?

What market am I best suited for?

What is a realistic time line for my career?

Am I too old to start a career in comedy?

What do I need to have before going “on the road”?

What merchandise sells? Where do I get the merchandise?

What should I do for free and where do I draw the line?

and MUCH MUCH MORE!!!

Stage time for former students at ZANIES!

Zanies has asked if I would run an open mike twice a month on TUESDAYS specifically designed to get my graduates more stage time. The open mic’s have been a huge success! Typically 8 – 12 comics get stage time each show. That is 16-24 spots for comics each month!

Set lengths will vary from 3-7 minutes and there will be opportunities to emcee the shows as well. These shows are a direct result of all the quality new faces who have taken the classes and their material to the next level.

I do want to make it clear, though, that ZANIES books the show. I just HOST it. So, if you want to participate, go to ZANIES.com and click on the open mic link for details on how to sign up!

I will be hosting the OPEN MIC on August 11 and 25. Show starts at 7:30pm. Call or e-mail me for FREE TICKETS

Gift Certificates

Don’t want to spend the money on yourself for classes? Have someone else do it! You can let people know you want to take these classes and have them pay your tuition with a gift certificate. Just have them e-mail me and I will guide them through it. The gift certificate is available for any of the 4 week courses for $200, and for the Business Class for $75. All pre-paid certificate are fully refundable if you decide not to take the class.

Stand-UP Comedy: Level One Writing
Starts in 10 days!!!

Class dates:

MONDAYS, JUNE 29, JULY 6, 20, 27
TIME: 5:30 – 7:30 P.M.
All of the classes listed above will meet at Zanies Comedy Showplace in Nashville, TN. Class fee is $200.

Many have asked, “Which class is best for me?” Ask yourself the following questions. Be honest with yourself!

How solid is your material now?

Do you know the reason each joke gets a laugh?

Are you tuned into which techniques you use that suit you the best?

Are you able to mix it up for different types of crowds?

Can you turn a story into a comedy bit?

Do your jokes get consistent laughs?

Are you able to get a laugh every 15 seconds or so?

If you don’t know some of the answers, then you’d benefit enormously from the writing class!

ASK FOR A SIGN UP FORM NOW! E-Mail me: rik@rikroberts.com

If you have any questions about any of the classes feel free to e-mail me and ask … otherwise here’s a look at what’s coming up …

The Bu$ine$$ of Comedy class is tentatively scheduled for Monday, September 14th. Thanks for your patience. This will be a one evening seminar, from 5:30-8:00/8:30 at Zanies, cost is $75. pre-registration is required.

Click http://www.schooloflaughs.com for class descriptions.

Stand UP Comedy Level Two: Performance class is tentatively schedule for August 3, 10, 24 & 31. Class fee is $200. Class description on www.schooloflaughs.com. More info as the dates get closer.

DID YOU KNOW …

If you take the writing and performing classes you are granted a spot on a graduation show at Zanies?

Students who successfully navigate the two courses will be invited to perform a set onstage at Zanies. This is the absolute fastest way to get on their stage. You are not REQUIRED to perform in any way. But most students are pretty fired up and ready to get under the spotlight.

That graduation set is recorded to a DVD for you to have forever and share with friends or even online.

Stage time for former students at ZANIES!

Zanies has asked if I would run an open mike twice a month on TUESDAYS specifically designed to get my graduates more stage time.

Set lengths will vary from 3-5-7 minutes and there will be opportunities to emcee the shows as well. These shows are a direct result of all the quality new faces who have taken the classes and taken it to the next level.

The still has a few limited slots available on the “off” nights as it always has. But, your odds of getting stage time has increased radically with this development.

I will be hosting the OPEN MIKE on June 30, July 7 and July 14. Show starts at 7:30pm. Call or e-mail me for FREE TICKETS

Extra Stage Time

nashvilleStandUp.com has a complete list of all the open mikes in the Nashville area.

ALSO … If you have any news you’d like to share with the rest of the School of Laughs please send it on to me and I will put it in the next newsletter.

Gift Certificates

Don’t want to spend the money on yourself for classes? Have someone else do it! You can let people know you want to take these classes and have them pay your tuition with a gift certificate. Just have them e-mail me and I will guide them through it. The gift certificate is available for any of the 4 week courses for $200, and for the Business Class for $75. All pre-paid certificate are fully refundable if you decide not to take the class.

If you have any questions about any of the classes feel free to e-mail me and ask.. otherwise here’s a look at what’s coming up..

Improv 101 Classes are scheduled for Mondays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 5:30-7:30pm at Zanies. Registration for the Improv class is still a bit away. I will start taking pre-registration on March 16th. I thought I’d up date everyone so you can make some tentative plans. Class fee is $200.

Stand-UP Writing Class is tentatively scheduled for Mondays May 4, 11, 18 & June 8th from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Class fee is $200. Sign ups start April 21st.

The Bu$ine$$ of Comedy class is getting closer to a confirmation date in May. Thanks for your patience. This will be a one day seminar, cost is $75.

All of the classes listed above will meet at Zanies Comedy Showplace in Nashville, TN.

Click http://www.schooloflaughs.com for class descriptions.

SPECIAL EDITION CLASSES:

Toastmaster Classes

If you are a Toastmaster, please e-mail me for a special announcement!!! I have a two class session designed just for you in April!

Christian Comedy Association

I am proud to announce I will be teaching a course at the upcoming CCA Conference May 31-June 2 in Murfreesboro, TN. This one hour session will focus on “Perfecting Your Performance.” Visit www.christiancomedyassociation.com for more information.

DID YOU KNOW …

If you take the writing and performing classes you are granted a spot on a graduation show at Zanies?

Students who successfully navigate the two courses will be invited to perform a set onstage at Zanies. This is the absolute fastest way to get on their stage. You are not REQUIRED to perform in any way. But most students are pretty fired up and ready to get under the spotlight.

That graduation set is recorded to a DVD for you to have forever and share with friends or even online.

Stage time for former students at ZANIES!

Zanies has asked if I would run an open mike twice a month on TUESDAYS specifically designed to get my graduates more stage time. THIS IS AWESOME NEWS FOR YOU!

Set lengths will vary from 3-5-7 minutes and there will be opportunities to emcee the shows as well. These shows are a direct result of all the quality new faces who have taken the classes and taken it to the next level.

The still has a few limited slots available on the “off” nights as it always has. But, your odds of getting stage time has increased radically with this development.

I will be hosting the OPEN MIKES on March 24 and April 7th. Show starts at 7:30pm.

Extra Stage Time

Cross Bright puts on some comedy shows in White Bluff, TN. If you are interested in getting stage time please contact email cross.bright ( at ) yahoo ( dot ) com.

NashvilleStandUp.com has a complete list of all the open mikes in the Nashville area.

ALSO.. If you have any news you’d like to share with the rest of the School of Laughs please send it on to me and I will put it in the next newsletter.

Gift Certificates

Don’t want to spend the money on yourself for classes? Have someone else do it! You can let people know you want to take these classes and have them pay your tuition with a gift certificate. Just have them e-mail me and I will guide them through it. The gift certificate is available for any of the 4 week courses for $200, and for the Business Class for $75. All pre-paid certificate are fully refundable if you decide not to take the class.

Improv 101 Classes are scheduled for Mondays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 5:30-7:30pm at Zanies. Registration for the Improv class is still a bit away. I will start taking pre-registration on March 16th. I thought I’d up date everyone so you can make some tentative plans. Class fee is $200.

Due to the overwhelming response, I’ve added one more Performance Class session. This session will meet Mondays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27 from 8:00-9:30pm (after the Improv class). If you are interested in this session I have 5 spots left. $200 covers the 4 sessions in the above classes.

Stand-UP Writing Class is tentatively scheduled for Mondays May 4, 11, 18, 25, from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Class fee is $200.

The Bu$ine$$ of Comedy class is getting closer to a confirmation date in May. Thanks for your patience. This will be a one day seminar, cost is $75.

All of the classes listed above will meet at Zanies Comedy Showplace in Nashville, TN.

Click http://www.schooloflaughs.com for class descriptions.

SPECIAL EDITION CLASSES:

Toastmaster Classes

If you are a Toastmaster, please e-mail me for a special announcement!!! I have a two class session designed just for you in April!

Christian Comedy Association

I am proud to announce I will be teaching a course at the upcoming CCA Conference May 31-June 2 in Murfreesboro, TN. This one hour session will focus on “Perfecting Your Performance.” Visit www.christiancomedyassociation.com for more information.

DID YOU KNOW …

If you take the writing and performing classes you are granted a spot on a graduation show at Zanies?

Students who successfully navigate the two courses will be invited to perform a set onstage at Zanies. This is the absolute fastest way to get on their stage. You are not REQUIRED to perform in any way. But most students are pretty fired up and ready to get under the spotlight.

That graduation set is recorded to a DVD for you to have forever and share with friends or even online.

Stage time for former students at ZANIES!

Zanies has asked if I would run an open mike twice a month on TUESDAYS specifically designed to get my graduates more stage time. THIS IS AWESOME NEWS FOR YOU!

Set lengths will vary from 3-5-7 minutes and there will be opportunities to emcee the shows as well. These shows are a direct result of all the quality new faces who have taken the classes and taken it to the next level.

The still has a few limited slots available on the “off” nights as it always has. But, your odds of getting stage time has increased radically with this development.

I will be hosting the OPEN MIKES on March 10, 23 and April 7th. Show starts at 7:30pm.

Extra Stage Time

School of Laughs graduate Brian E. Kiley is booking a room in White Bluff, TN. If you are interested in getting stage time please contact him directly at bekiley@yahoo.com.

nashvilleStandUp.com has a complete list of all the open mikes in the Nashville area.

ALSO … If you have any news you’d like to share with the rest of the School of Laughs please send it on to me and I will put it in the next newsletter.

Gift Certificates

Don’t want to spend the money on yourself for classes? Have someone else do it! You can let people know you want to take these classes and have them pay your tuition with a gift certificate. Just have them e-mail me and I will guide them through it. The gift certificate is available for any of the 4 week courses for $200, and for the Business Class for $75. All pre-paid certificate are fully refundable if you decide not to take the class.

Fall Performance Classes
The fall performance classes will be held Tuesdays, October 2, 9, 16 & 23 at Zanies Comedy Club. The class will be divided in two groups and offered from 5:30 – 7:00 pm and 7:15 – 8:45 pm. This is done in order to accommodate all the students interested. I especially need some students to volunteer to take the later session.
I’ll need to know if you are interested ASAP.
A $50 deposit will be required to take the performance class. Deposit is payable by check, money order or I can e-mail you a Paypal invoice to pay with a credit card. Deposit must be received by Sept 20th to secure a spot. $50 deposit will be applied to the $200 class fee.
Members of former writing classes have first priority when asking for class dates and times. After they have their slots I will attempt to accommodate those who have yet to take a writing class.
If you’d like to sign up for the performance class please e-mail or call me (contact info bottom left). Be specific on what time you can attend. If more students want to take the early session than there is room for I will have to “draw” names. I want to limit the class size to guarantee you the best experience.
I must stress that to do the performance class without having taken the writing class first – you must have some material prepared! Ideally, you have either performed a little in the past or are currently attending open mikes, etc., It is really difficult to work with your performance dynamics if you have nothing to perform.
Also, only those who have taken BOTH the writing and performing classes are guaranteed a spot in the graduation show at Zanies November 14th. All others must be approved to be involved in the show.
On The Horizon
Business of Comedy Seminar (TBA NOVEMBER)
Stand-UP Comedy Writing 101 (TBA JANUARY)
Introduction to Improv 101 (TBA FEBRUARY)
For more info or to sign up for classes, contact Rik Roberts at 1.888.895.8549 or email him at rik [at] rikroberts.com.

TEEN SERIES AT THE NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Intro to Improvisational Comedy Workshop
June 12th, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Free, class size limited, registration required
Quick – what does a term paper, cargo pants and an iPod have in common? All three of them can be tied together in a funny on-the spot sketch!
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m the funniest person I know” then we need you (and you need to get some new friends)! Why not meet them at this improvisational workshop? You will get you out of your seat and onto the stage to tap into your comedic wit. You’ll join others in creating instant comedy from both the common and bizarre. If you’ve ever watched “Whose Line is it Anyway?” and laughed hysterically, this class is for you!
Intro to Stand-Up Comedy Writing Workshop
June 19th, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Free, class size limited, registration required
Every successful stand-up comedian has one thing in common – good writing. Without structure there would be no laughs. What techniques do comedians use to get those laughs? Join us and find out!
In this class you’ll gain insight into the discipline necessary to create a stand-up comedy routine. You’ll learn what to write about, how to craft the joke and how to make it as funny as possible. You’ll analyze jokes from today’s top comics. You’ll learn what makes the great comedians stand out among the stand-ups.
Intro to Performing Stand-Up Comedy Workshop
June 26th, 12:00 – 2:00p.m.
Free, class size limited, registration required
Have you got some funny stories, good one-liners or impressions? Do you crack your friends up? Have you thought about taking it to the stage?
The only thing separating you from the microphone is yourself. In this workshop you’ll get your turn behind the microphone and in front of the audience. You’ll learn how to take stage with confidence. You’ll explore the many ways to deliver a punch line. You’ll get instant feedback as well as performance tips that will last a lifetime. Prepare 3-5 minutes of “clean” material and join in on the fun.