Writers Room 1 will introduce students to the basic concepts and tools of sketch writing and development, with a focus on writing for live and audio sketch comedy. From the kernel of an idea to the final cut, students will put theory into practice at every step as they develop their own sketches throughout the term.
Specific skills and topics covered:
Introduction to sketch comedy
Idea generation
Developing strong and clear comedic ideas
Pitching ideas and taking feedback
Heightening and exploring
Solo sketch and character development
Writing for audio sketch
Specificity
Production considerations and staging a sketch
There is no previous writing or improv experience required to take this class. As this term is being delivered online, access instructions will be sent to students before the start of class.
Regular pricing: Full $180, Concession $150.
This course meets for 5 sessions that are each 2 hours long.
The course will be held at Big Fork Theatre, Level 2, 252 St Pauls Tce Fortitude Valley 4006
COVID 19
All participants must be fully vaccinated and show proof of vaccination upon entry to the class. Those with medical exemptions from their registered GP should send proof of this exemption to training@bigforktheatre.com ahead of the class.
We will be conducting our classes in line with the latest social distancing guidelines and restrictions for COVID 19 (if any) in place at the time of the class. Students will be informed of any changes that may affect this class. It is expected that students will follow the teacher's instructions on social distancing and will not come to class when sick.
See our most up to date COVID guidelines here.
