How to Write a Joke

Stand-up comedian, Ryan Joseph, teaches the basic structure of Joke Writing with lectures and exercises to understand on a foundational level what a good premise is and how to set it up with a punch line. The traditional structure of a joke must be mastered before venturing into storytelling or rants or any other techniques. The course dives deeper into Ryan’s seven principles of writing comedy, which can guarantee laughter 90% of the time. Each principle includes assignments, which elaborate more on the technique to help you master the art of writing comedy. Students will receive feedback and be challenged to think on a deeper level when it comes to their writing. The course focuses on not only the skills needed to write a good joke, but as well as how the comedians voice must always be present when writing comedy. After taking this course, students will be able to write original premises, misdirect audiences with clever punch lines and walk onto any stage with the confidence that you’re going to have a great set because you put the work in.

After completing the course students have the option of joining a writers workshop where established headliners may join in on sessions work with students.