- Monday September 29th 06:30PM
- FUNY Standup
- CLASS: Comedy 101 with Becky Veduccio
- PRICE: $375 includes one 45 minute private zoom coaching session plus additional zoom sessions for $50 during workshop only.SHOW: Saturday, November 8th, 6:00PMDESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to try stand-up but didn’t know where to start?Are you a veteran comic whose jokes aren't consistent? Need editing? Do you need a safe space to work out new material?This 6-week course will review basic writing and performance techniques including how to source material, edit jokes, and shape your set. You will learn mic technique, crowd work, act outs, characters, and comedy show etiquette (it's a thing!). This course provides a fun, supportive environment for you to explore your material and find your authentic comedic voice.The workshop concludes with a show at West Side Comedy Club, providing students the opportunity to perform their 5-minute set in front of a live audience. Please note: Final performances are recorded and are subject to be used on our social media platforms. TESTIMONIALS:"By the end of the first coaching session, Becky had helped me write one full-fledged bit that has transformed my set. Since working with Becky, I’ve been able to perform a new 15 min set that has taken my stand-up to the next level. She had a clear and organized method to her writing process that made it easy."- Libbie H."Becky saved my comedy life! She is the first responder of comedy!"- Rich S."Becky is more than a coach - she is a cheerleader and ever a great support system."- Gerri N."The tips Becky gave were TREMENDOUSLY helpful and I remember having a few 'Becky was right!' moments during the first show."- Ed L."I had my class show and killed! Beyond my wild expectations!"- Richard G."Becky is a master of relatable comedy. Sharp, hilarious, and might just be more effective than therapy!"- Heather B."Becky Veduccio is a walking entertainment Swiss Army Knife."- Larry M.Session schedule: Monday, September 29th, 6:30pm – 9: 30 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubMonday, October 6th, 6:30pm – 9: 30 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubMonday, October 13th, 6:30pm – 9: 30 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubMonday, October 20th, 6:30pm – 9: 30 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubMonday, October 27th, 6:30pm – 9: 30 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubMonday, November 3rd, 6:30pm – 9: 30 pm, at West Side Comedy Club*Depending on the number of students, class time may change. Performance date: Saturday, November 8th, @ 6 pm at West Side Comedy ClubPolicies: Payment is required to complete the registration process; No Refunds, No Exchanges, No Cancellations (No semester roll-overs).We reserve the right to remove anyone from a course and refund their money at any time for any reasonPlease note end times are subject to change based on class size.Graduation shows must have at least 20 tickets sold in order to move forward, FUNY Standup & West Side Comedy Club reserve the right to cancel the show up to four (4) hours prior to start time if there is not a large enough audience.Students will receive a recording of their set from the graduation show for free if they bring at least four guests. Otherwise, a $25 fee will apply.Please be sure to read through our FAQ page for additional policiesIf you have any additional questions feel free to reach out to us using the contact form or by emailing [email protected]*scheduling subject to change
- Sunday October 19th 02:00PM
- FUNY Standup
- CLASS: Beyond The Basics with Brian Scott McFadden, a 6-week class
- Details :This Advanced 6-week course will focus on writing techniques, stage presence, and help you continue to hone your unique comedy voice. Every week you will have the opportunity to get onstage and receive feedback in order to level-up your 5-minute set.The class concludes with a show at West Side Comedy Club, providing students the opportunity to perform onstage in front of a live audience, and receive a professional recording of their set (please note recordings are subject to be used on our social media platforms).All of our instructors are working comics themselves with credits to their name; they are able to speak directly to the industry as it is today. About Brian Scott McFadden: Brian Scott McFadden is an actor and comedian who has been doing stand up comedy for over 25 years. He has performed all over the world & appears regularly in clubs all over NYC. He has been seen on Late Night With David Letterman, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Star Search as well as MTV, Comedy Central. He has voiced many animated characters in movies like Ice Age 2 & Robots as well as providing the voice of the Honey Nut Cheerio Bee, the M&M Peanut and the Serta Mattress Sheep.Session Schedule: Sunday, October 19th, 2 pm – 4 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubSunday, October 26th, 2 pm – 4 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubSunday, November 9th, 2 pm – 4 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubSunday, November 16th, 2 pm – 4 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubSunday, November 23rd, 2 pm – 4 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubSunday, November 30th, 2 pm – 4 pm, at West Side Comedy ClubGraduation date*:Sunday, December 7th 07:00PM, at West Side Comedy Club Policies: Payment is required to complete the registration process; No Refunds, No Exchanges, No Cancellations (No semester roll-overs).We reserve the right to remove anyone from a course and refund their money at any time for any reason.Must have extensive comedy knowledge for this class. Beginners not allowed.Please note end times are subject to change based on class size.Please be sure to read through our FAQ page for additional policiesIf you have any additional questions feel free to reach out to us using the contact form or by emailing [email protected]*scheduling subject to change