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Stand-Up Level 2: Solidifying Your Set
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Take your stand-up further by refining your unique voice and developing a polished, cohesive set. The workshop focuses on shaping a solid routine, learning the craft of hosting, and understanding what makes your material truly funny. With personalized feedback and group workshopping, you will build confidence and prepare for a 10-minute performance that kicks off your solo show.
Oct 26th
7–10pm ET
Meets 7 Times
Physical Storytelling 101
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Use the tools of physical storytelling to build compelling comedy. Through mime, body language, and staged metaphor, you will communicate with precision and turn deliberate movement into reliable laughs. Create original pieces and see how silent performance sharpens comedic timing and narrative impact. Open to performers at every experience level.
Nov 1st
12–3pm ET
Meets 5 Times
Generating Material: A Stand-Up Intensive
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Refine your comedic voice by clarifying character, persona, and point of view—and learning how to apply them with precision. After a focused review of joke-writing fundamentals, specialized exercises guide you in generating material that aligns seamlessly with your perspective and delivery. Through rigorous feedback and dialogue, you’ll develop a sharper, more intentional approach to stand-up that deepens both content and performance.
Nov 7th
11am–3pm ET
Nov 8th
12–3pm ET
Improv Level 2: Free Your Mind
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Reconnect with the joy of improv through a fearless, freeing approach that puts play first. Make bold choices, quiet the inner critic, and step into scenes with emotional clarity and creative ease. The workshop pushes you to support your partners, surprise yourself, and move through long-form improv with confidence, with joy at the heart of every moment.
Oct 25th
6–9pm ET
Meets 7 Times
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Clown Level 1: Welcome to Clown Town
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Step into Clown Town and learn the joy of being fully present with others. Through exercises drawn from renowned theater masters, you will move past ego and connect with your shared humanity in a playful, warm setting. The workshop pushes you to embrace spontaneity and humor, finishing with a joyful class performance that celebrates the art of clowning.
Improv Level 3: Advanced Scene Dynamics
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Push your improv into more ambitious territory with advanced techniques that mix fearless play with authentic character work. Learn to build dynamic group scenes, manage multiple focal points, and keep audiences engaged through surprising twists. This workshop asks you to lean into your unique style, step outside your comfort zone, and create polished, compelling performances.
Improv Level 1 Intensive: Intro to Improv
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Build a sturdy foundation in improv through fast-paced games and lively exercises. Discover how to lean into "Yes, and," trust your gut, and respond honestly while propping up your scene partners. The immersive setting welcomes confidence, creative risk-taking, and expressive performance among collaborators.
Self-Tape Auditions
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Ready to nail your next self-tape audition? Join Sofia Dobrushin’s workshop and get the insider tips and techniques that’ll boost your confidence and polish your performance—no BFA required! Perfect for comedians, trained actors, and anyone eager to shine in the unpredictable world of acting.
Creating Comedy Songs
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Turn your funniest ideas into unforgettable songs with a deep dive into comedic songwriting. Explore musical and lyrical techniques, study examples of effective comedy songs, and learn how structure can enhance creativity. Whether you're refining your craft or starting fresh, this class provides the tools to transform even the silliest topics into cleverly crafted, melody-driven humor.
Improv Level 2 Intensive: Free Your Mind
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Move past hesitation and open up greater freedom inside your improv work. The intensive zeroes in on committing fully to choices, kicking off scenes from a clear emotional viewpoint, and making specific, unexpected moves. Through guided notes and team practice, performers grow confident, deepen long-form work, and adopt a more playful, fearless stage approach.
Clown Level 2 Intensive
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Investigate the foundations of clown through playful, human-centered performance exercises. Drawing on influential physical theater traditions, this experience invites vulnerability, joy, and authentic connection with an audience. Build confidence, presence, and openness as your work develops toward a shared public performance.
Stand-Up Level 1: Finding Your Voice
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Curious about stand-up but not sure where to begin? This workshop helps you find your comedic voice through personal stories, one-liners, and improvisation techniques. You will get real stage time to try out original material and learn about the lively NY comedy scene while building the foundation for your own stand-up routine.
Clown Town: Level Up
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Take your performance skills to the next level through challenging exercises, collaborative creation, and live performance practice. Refine your stage presence, strengthen your creative instincts, and push your comedic work with constructive feedback. Conclude the experience by showcasing your growth in a public performance.
Clown Level 2: Unearthing Your Clown
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Go deeper into clowning by leaning into your most vulnerable and exaggerated self. This workshop explores status dynamics, personal expression, and the clown's unique relationship to everything around them. By blending love and silliness, you will pick up the tools to craft your own clown show and lift your performance.
Clown Level 3: Ensemble
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Bring your clown to the stage by joining an ensemble to create a full, original show. You will build your clown persona, explore duo and trio dynamics, and shape acts grounded in your unique logic and absurdity. With costumes, props, and a thematic world, the workshop balances creativity and professionalism, ending in performances that bring your clown's universe to life.
Improv Level 2 (Online)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 109 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY
This class underlines the core philosophy of what we teach at the BCC: that loving the hell out of whatever is happening onstage is the key to strong, successful scenes. It will help remind you what you love about improv, slap you out of whatever fear is holding you back, and cut out the naysaying voices in your head that cloud your inspiration. We will look at how we sometimes censor or bail on our choices out of a need to make the “right...
Clown: Body, Mask & Gag
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ BCC Pig Pen or BCC DogHouse, Brooklyn, NY
Explore Commedia dell’Arte through archetypal characters, physical storytelling, and classic stage gags. Working with half-masks, you’ll develop bold movement, comic timing, and an amplified stage presence that translates to clowning, improv, and physical theatre. All experience levels are welcome.
Call It Character (Don't Call It Clown)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 130 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Unlock the power of bold, magnetic performance by creating a character rooted in your unique voice and presence. Through interactive comedy, clown, and physical theater, discover how to connect deeply with audiences and keep them captivated. Gain material to take to the stage, personalized feedback, and the confidence to perform with vulnerability, ferocity, and unforgettable charm.
Clown Classics (One Day Intensive)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 130 Graham Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Unlock the playful potential of classic literature by combining familiar stories with the creativity of clowning. In this intensive workshop, you'll explore physical theater, improv, and adaptation techniques to transform iconic narratives into fresh material and characters. By the end, you'll have the foundation for your next great comedic creation or absurd masterpiece.
Crescendo in Comedy (Beyond Beyond)
Brooklyn Comedy Collective See all classes by this school @ 137 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Explore how to build comedic intensity from the smallest spark to the boldest payoff. Through body, voice, space, text, and imagination, develop sharper instincts for escalation, impulse, and audience connection. Ideal for performers looking to push ideas further, heighten emotion, and discover when—and why—to stop.