Sketch Production

Wednesdays 6:30pm – 9:30pm

This new four-week class will cover everything it takes to bring a comedy sketch from the page to the stage. Each student will develop their script into a produced sketch, learning how to work with actors, how to use props and costumes to enhance their sketch (even on a tight budget), and how to work with stage managers for seamless tech. The class will work with our team of veteran sketch producer instructors to understand how a complete sketch show comes together. The class will have a showcase performance of their produced sketches on the Arcade Mainstage on Friday, June 24.

Dates: Wednesdays June 1–22 6:30-9:30PM, Class show Friday June 24 8:00PM

Instructor: Robin Hitchcock with guest sketch production experts including Frank McDade and Aaron Tarnow 

Prerequisites: Intro to Sketch Writing or approval of submitted prerequisite exception form (writing sample submitted to academy@arcadecomedytheater.com suggested)

All participants in Arcade Academy must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and show proof of vaccination when they arrive for their first class.

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

A limited number of half-internships are available for our 4-week summer session. If you need to make special arrangements for an internship please contact academy@arcadecomedytheater.com

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

Any questions about classes, registration, internships, or prerequisites can be sent to the Arcade Academy (academy@arcadecomedytheater.com), or via phone at 412-339-0608.