In this class, you’ll explore a variety of sketch formats, develop your character writing skills, and master essential editing techniques.

The course culminates in a public student showcase, where you’ll have the opportunity to see your work come to life during a staged reading of selected scripts.

Join us and elevate your comedy writing journey!

• Instructors: Amechi Ngwe & Paul Gallegos

• Price: $250 + tax

• Student Showcase: Saturday, October 4 at 9:30 pm

Class Topics Include:

• Exploring different types of sketches

• Collaborative writing in a "Writers Room" Setting

• Writing character monologues

• Creating short "blackout" sketches

• Tips on overcoming writer's block

We highly recommend bringing a laptop computer to class. If you do not have access to a laptop, please bring a notebook & pen to each class.

All students must follow the Station Theater Student & Performer Handbook policies. Must be 18 years or older. All sales are final. Classes are non-refundable, but enrollment can be deferred to a future class.

Class Prerequisite: Improv Level 1 Improv or the equivalent course work at another training center is recommended for all Sketch classes. A foundation in sketch writing or improv will be helpful.

Station Improv & Sketch Comedy Theater
2219 Crockett Street #C2 | Houston, TX 77007
832.786.0413 | info@stationtheater.com | Find us on Google Maps

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

Located next to Toros HTX Soccer on Crockett between Taylor and Hemphill Streets.

Ample street parking is available along Crockett, Hemphill, Summer, and Taylor Streets. Make sure to check street signs for parking availability. Please do not park in the lot in front of Toros HTX unless they are closed. Please be mindful when parking in front of area homes, as some driveways are difficult to see. The #30 bus stops at Sawyer St and Shearn St, which is approximately a 2-minute walk. See attached photo of our building for reference.

STATION THEATER’S SKETCH PROGRAM

Station Theater's Sketch Writing & Production Program is geared toward sketch comedy for the stage and screen. Our curriculum offers two tracks, enabling students to choose their path of interest - Sketch Writing, Sketch Production, or both.

Students may enter the program with any class or select the specific courses they are interested in. Students will receive a Sketch Writing & Production certificate upon completion of all program courses.