Q: Why learn from Joe?
A: Five reasons:
1. He has developed, booked, managed and helped launch the stand-up careers of many of today’s top comedy stars. Some have gone on to appear on Letterman and Leno, and write for “Seinfeld,” “Everybody Loves Raymond,” "Saturday Night Live," “Sex and the City,”“The Daily Show” and Conan O'Brien.
2. He’s an award winning comedy TV producer who understands the business of funny.
3. He has taught and motivated stand-ups and comedy writers for over two decades. Although he has had a lot of success as a TV producer, his greater talents are in analysis, coaching, and inspiring comedians to reach their full potential.
4. You learn from an industry insider who wants to share his first-hand knowledge, not from someone who’s made a career “teaching."
5. Most how-to books, workshops and DVD's try to give tips, tricks, and techniques to help you write. Intentionally or not, they validate the belief that who you are is not enough. That there's some other way you need to become, but Joe's here to tell you, it's that you, all your fears, feelings, hopes, fantasies, and sense of humor - you are enough.
oh, and one more...
6. Unlike other "teachers," Joe's motivation is not to sell his students a book, or DVD, or anything other than his time, expertise, passion, and experience.
Q: Can I audit a workshop?
A: Absolutely. Call Joe on 310-916-8761 and let him know when you want to come by.
Q: Where are the weekly workshops held?
A: We've got a great rehearsal space at the Promenade Playhouse,
1404 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
Directions:
- Take the 10 (Santa Monica) Freeway west towards Santa Monica.
- Exit at the 4th/5th Street off-ramp, take a right on 5th Street, and continue until you pass Colorado Blvd.
- Turn left onto Broadway and stay on Broadway going towards the Ocean (West).
- Turn right (North) onto 2nd Street.
- There is a parking structure on the right side of 2nd Street marked #6. It is in the middle of this block between Broadway and Santa Monica Blvd. (This is the easiest place to park. It is only $3.00 after 6 p.m.).
- Take the stairway or elevator marked "Third Street Promenade" on the northeast side (away from 2nd Street) down to exit in the well-lit alley, between 2nd St. and the Third Street Promenade. Turn left in the alley.
- The entrance to the Playhouse is in the alley north of the parking
Joe's class is located down the walkway in the "Soho Studio" There's plenty of parking all around the Promenade.
Q: What do I need to bring?
A: You, your material, an open mind, plus a pen and notebook, and a digital voice recorder if you have one. Other materials will be provided for you.
Q: What if I already have a solid set?
A: You can bring your material, new stuff, or just an idea. This class is perfect to help you punch up jokes, develop half-finished ideas, or reconstruct your entire act.
Q: Where do I go to get stage time?
A: Click on this link for Open Mics. It's loaded with great places to try out your act.
Q: Can I get a refund?
A: You can receive a FULL refund up to one week prior to the start of the first class. After that there are no refunds. If your schedule changes and you can not complete the class you can always rollover to a future class, or transfer to private sessions. If you miss a class, you can make it up.
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