STAND-UP 101: Intro to Stand-Up Comedy (Thursday)

STAND-UP 101: Intro to Stand-Up Comedy

Session 1 Thursdays 6:30PM – 9:30PM

Have you ever wanted to try stand-up comedy but weren't sure how to start? This class is for you! You'll learn exercises, tools, and techniques for generating ideas, writing jokes, preparing your act, and analyzing and improving your performance. We'll cover on-stage mechanics and "comedy etiquette." This class explores the wide variety of styles of stand-up, extracting lessons that can be incorporated into your act, in a supportive and fun environment. Through this eight week course that culminates with a class show, you'll discover and develop your personal comedy voice, while building a foundation for continued growth.

First Class: Thursday, January 8th, 2026

Class Show: Thursday, February 26th, 2026

Instructor: Matty Malloy

Registration: $300 (Early Bird Registration: $270)

Prerequisites: None!

Arcade Comedy Theater classes are open to students 18 yrs or older. 

Arcade is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all of our patrons, students, and performing artists. Our facilities at 943 Liberty Avenue are designed for wheelchair access both in our audience and on our stages. We also offer all-gender bathrooms and elevator access to all floors. If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact us at: academy@arcadecomedytheater.com

To apply for a full internship or half internship, please fill out the application HERE and one of our Operations Managers will be in contact within 48 hours. Once your application is accepted, you will receive a promo code to register for your class. For any other questions, please email operations@arcadecomedytheater.com.

Any questions about classes, registration, internships, or prerequisites can be sent to the Arcade Academy (academy@arcadecomedytheater.com).