To get on the waitlist for the next round of Late Night Writing, please email info at imposterstheater.com
8-week course
Location: Imposters Theater 4828 Lorain Ave Cleveland OH 44102
Parking: Enter the main entrance to Urban Community School on W. 47th Street, south of Lorain Ave. Follow the driveway to the main oval parking lot in front of the red tower. You can park in any space marked with a green square. You can then follow the sidewalk to Lorain Ave. You will see Imposters directly across Lorain Ave. from the school.
$200 - 10 person cap
Payment plans available. If you cannot afford the class we have limited work-study spots available. Please email imposterscomedy at gmail.com for more details.
Workshop objective: A polished Late Night Submission Packet
This eight week class will consist of weekly table reads and pitch meetings. Each week we will focus on a different aspect of a late night submission. At the end of this workshop, you will have a polished submission packet.
Workshop Schedule:
Weeks 1-2 - We will watch examples of each element that goes into a late night submission packet and discuss, go over script writing basics, and talk about practical ways to generate ideas
Week 3 - Topical monologue jokes
-1-2 pages of topical news and pop culture jokes
-These can be written for a specific late night host or general
Week 4 - Refillable late night desk bits
-4 Premises and 3 sample jokes/beats for each
-Example: Jokes Seth Can’t Tell, Conan Desk Driving
Week 5 - Original character sketch
-1 Original character sketch script, no longer than 6 pages
-Example: Target Lady
Week 6 - Topical sketch
-1 Topical sketch script, no longer than 6 pages
-Example: SNL Debate sketches, Quarantine Love
Weeks 7-8 - Revisions
This class is open to anyone - as long as you have a desire to write your own material, you are welcome - but there will be a lot of work required outside of class.
Through my experiences working with various groups and shows at The Upright Citizens Brigade and working in/running writers rooms for digital companies, I'll bring you tips and skills to help you succeed whether you're in New York, Los Angeles, or anywhere in the world.
About the Instructor
Originally from Mentor, Ohio, Michael brings 15 years of experience in the Los Angeles entertainment industry and live comedy scene back to Cleveland to help support and build the vibrant local community. He is a graduate of the IO improv program and has studied at UCB with founders Matt Walsh and Matt Besser, among others. He was on house improv teams at both IO West and UCB, and a sketch house team at UCB. He has written and produced sketches and web series for places such as FunnyorDie, CollegeHumor, AwesomenessTV, and Defy Media. His acting credits include Conan, The Goldbergs, Pretty Little Liars, and Human Giant. Since returning to Cleveland, Michael has been teaching improv and sketch writing classes as well as producing and performing in live shows.