EDITOR’S NOTE: Rik Roberts is a fantastic Nashville-based comedy veteran who teaches various classes, has a podcast and blog called the SCHOOL OF LAUGHS. If you’ve never been on stage before or want to make your act better, Rik can help set you on the right path. Here’s the latest info about his class schedule:
If you find that these dates and times don’t work for you, please consider the online writing class as an option. The feedback from those who have gone through the online course has been phenomenal. It comes with a money back guarantee, so there is nothing to risk.
Below are the upcoming class dates, times and locations. Also, you can catch up on the recent podcast episodes and blog posts by clicking those links or visiting www.SchoolOfLaughs.com.
Thanks again and please call anytime with any questions.
– Rik Roberts
1-888-895-8549
Principal & Janitor of the School Of LaughsStand-Up Comedy Level One: Writing
Dates: March 30, April 6 & 13 from 6:30-8:30 PMHeld @ School Of Laughs / 4811 Lebanon Rd, Hermitage, TN 37076
Email to save your spot … schooloflaughs @ gmail.com
This is a (3) date class and the investment is 200 total (10 spots left)
The Stand-Up Comedy Level One: Writing class is the foundation for beginners and intermediate comics. In this class we learn more than a dozen techniques comics use to make material solid and consistent. We watch comics on Letterman and break down why they make certain choices. We write jokes and have an opportunity to share in class. We don’t get onstage, however. So it’s a pressure-free environment where you can speak up as much (or as little) as you like.
As an added bonus, this class comes with a “Lifetime Warranty” based on available space. Once you’ve paid for the class, you can attend any and all following writing class sessions at no extra charge. So you can apply the knowledge as you progress through the ranks of comedy to make it a custom fit every time!
To register, e-mail Rik at SchoolOfLaughs @ gmail.com with your name, cell phone and the words “Ready for Next Writing Class” in the subject heading. I’ll follow up with specifics and more details.
Intro to Improv Level One: Games
Dates: April 7, 14, 21 from 5:30-7:30 PMHeld at Mad Donna’s 1313 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37206
Investment: 200 total
E-mail me at SchoolOfLaughs @ gmail.com with “Intro to Improv Class” in the subject heading and your name and cell phone in the body of the message if you would like to be on the stand-by list. 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 can be implemented into their stand-up routines.
Stand-Up Comedy Level Two: Performance
Dates: May 5, 12 & 26 from 5:30-7:30 PMHeld at Mad Donna’s 1313 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37206
This is a (3) date class and the investment is 200 total (8 spots left)
E-mail me at SchoolOfLaughs @ gmail.com with “Save My Performance Class Spot” in the heading and your name and cell phone in the body of the message. I’ll reply back and let you know if a spot is available.
The Performance class is designed to get you onstage. We experiment with voices, act outs, impressions, emotion and other performance techniques to make your material pop. You will also get lots of feedback on the material you present from myself and the other students. In this class you will begin to develop a three-minute set.
You are encouraged to bring a recording device to these sessions so you can watch it back later and take additional steps to improve your performance.
The Business of Comedy Seminar
Date: MAY 30, 2015 Time: 1-4 PMHeld @ School Of Laughs / 4811 Lebanon Rd, Hermitage, TN 37076
Investment: 99 total (10 spots left)
E-mail me at SchoolOfLaughs @ gmail.com with “Save My Business Class Spot” in the heading and your name and cell phone in the body of the message. I’ll reply back and let you know if a spot is available.
You will learn more in this session about the business side of being funny 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 career.
Among other topics, we’ll discuss …
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 best suits my act?
What is a realistic timeline 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!!!
For the latest information on Rik Roberts’ School of Laughs, visit www.SchoolOfLaughs.com
