This introductory sketch writing course is designed to take you from idea generation to your first completed sketches—all while building community and exploring the fundamental principles of comedic writing. Over eight weeks, you'll learn how to generate strong sketch premises, structure your ideas into effective scenes, and receive feedback in a supportive, collaborative environment. Through a blend of lecture, writing exercises, group collaboration, and live reads, you’ll explore different sketch archetypes, comedic techniques, and formats that form the backbone of great comedy writing. Whether you're new to sketch or sharpening your skills, this class offers a playful, yet structured space to develop your comedic voice. Our weekly rhythm includes reading and workshopping student sketches, diving into sketch theory, watching iconic examples, and completing targeted writing assignments. You’ll leave this class with a handful of original sketches, a deeper understanding of how sketches work, and tools to keep your creative momentum going. Let’s get writing!