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Stand-up comedy has the power to heal and renew, validate shared experiences, counterbalance bigotry, and reach people who would otherwise be unwilling to listen. In this three-and-a-half hour workshop, you'll learn how to be a stand-up comedian from Kim DeShields, a popular, local stand-up comedian with decades of experience. Kim leads you in an exploration of how to identify potential material, how to turn life experiences into jokes and make simple observations funny. You'll learn ease, flow, and stage presence to develop your own personal comedy style or persona. We'll also discuss how to control hecklers and other distractions during a performance. Then you’ll have time in class to write your very own short stand-up set. By the end of the workshop, you’ll perform for the class and get expert feedback on your set from Kim!
Plus, you’re invited to further refine your set on your own and come back to perform it at the
HVC Storytelling Standup Showcase on June 17th at 7pm.
About Your Teacher:
Kim DeShields is a professional comedian from Amherst with a BA in Theater from Spelman College. She has had a rise to the top, working comedy clubs throughout the US and abroad. She was a semifinalist on Nick at Nites Funniest Mom, a contestant on Last Comic Standing, has appeared on Wendy Williams Street Talk, and co-founded the performance art company, Comedy As A Weapon. She has opened for comedy giants such as Tracy Morgan, Mike Epps, Leslie Jones, Maria Bamford, and Donnell Rawlings. Kim specializes in performance, writing, and analysis which lends to her ability to connect with different demographics.
Fine Print!
*Please note that once you make your purchase, your place in the class is NON-REFUNDABLE unless we have 48 hours notice before first class AND we can get someone to fill your spot.
*Students must be 18+ years. (In actual years, not maturity. ;)
*Our classes may involve physical activity and we could be on our feet for at least an hour; however, we're able to accommodate for all physical abilities. Please let email us to let us know how we can best fit your needs or if you have any questions about accommodations.
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Plus, you’re invited to further refine your set on your own and come back to perform it at the
HVC Storytelling Standup Showcase on June 17th at 7pm.
About Your Teacher:
Kim DeShields is a professional comedian from Amherst with a BA in Theater from Spelman College. She has had a rise to the top, working comedy clubs throughout the US and abroad. She was a semifinalist on Nick at Nites Funniest Mom, a contestant on Last Comic Standing, has appeared on Wendy Williams Street Talk, and co-founded the performance art company, Comedy As A Weapon. She has opened for comedy giants such as Tracy Morgan, Mike Epps, Leslie Jones, Maria Bamford, and Donnell Rawlings. Kim specializes in performance, writing, and analysis which lends to her ability to connect with different demographics.
Fine Print!
*Please note that once you make your purchase, your place in the class is NON-REFUNDABLE unless we have 48 hours notice before first class AND we can get someone to fill your spot.
*Students must be 18+ years. (In actual years, not maturity. ;)
*Our classes may involve physical activity and we could be on our feet for at least an hour; however, we're able to accommodate for all physical abilities. Please let email us to let us know how we can best fit your needs or if you have any questions about accommodations.
End of Fine Print!
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY AS TO STUDENTS
The Happier Valley Comedy School admits students of any race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious affiliation, age, ability, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious affiliation, age, ability, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.
The Happier Valley Comedy School admits students of any race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious affiliation, age, ability, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious affiliation, age, ability, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.
