THEA 391 The Professional Comedian

Students meet with professionals from the world of comedy for discussions and practical advice on potential careers in comedy. They research and create individual and group comedy projects that will build their portfolio. Projects may include one or more of the following: writing and compiling a sketch packet, writing a sitcom spec., creating and shooting a web series pilot, creating a multiple character pieces for an SNL style audition. This course will conclude with a showcase of student work.

Repeatable: N
Formerly 31-3195
Prerequisites THEA 221 Comedy: Theory and THEA 223 Writing and Performing Comedy and THEA 210 Improvisational Techniques II
Requirements Junior Standing or Above (JR)
Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3