Resource person: artschool@artscenterlive.org

Location: 730 Conference Room (The ArtsCenter) | 400 Roberson Street, Carrboro, NC, 27510

Description:

Presented by Black Sheep Comedy

Sketch Level 1 is your starting point for writing funny, compelling sketches. You’ll learn the basics of comedic structure, punchlines, and character-driven humor. Through writing exercises and group collaboration, you'll explore how to develop strong premises, create memorable characters, and build scenes that keep audiences laughing. The course focuses on generating ideas, crafting tight dialogue, and understanding the rhythm of a sketch.

About the Instructor: Carolyn Swartz is a writer, filmmaker, and improvisor based in Chapel Hill, NC. She has been studying sketch and improv since 2014, first with the Dallas Comedy House in Dallas, TX, and later with Second City. Carolyn has performed in a variety of places, including Dallas, Toronto, New York, and Durham. She recently wrote and produced the sketch shows "Romance is Dead" and "Was It Something I Said?". She regularly performs with her improv team "Final Cut", and provides improvised audio and lighting for "Without A Clue: An Improvised Murder Mystery". www.blacksheepcomedyhouse.com.

Available spots: 12

Price: $225.00 Taxes waived

Notes: Bring: Pencil & paper. Laptops/tablets also encouraged for notes.

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