Online Workshops

Similar to Dave's comedy workshops at The Funny Bone and The Improv comedy clubs, we focus on writing original comedy material and insightful discussions about the comedy / speaking / entertainment business. AND - like the in-person workshops - this is a group effort. However, it's important to be unique and an individual in these competitive careers, which is why each group is limited to no more than six people. If you have ever wondered how and where to start - or have experience and looking to take your writing and performing career to the next level - this workshop is for you.

And in case you missed that word "live" above, our online comedy workshop is not a webinar or podcast with one person (me?) talking and everyone else listening. These are interactive sessions where all six members can see, hear and collaborate with each other. Dave will facilitate (I like that designation - ha!) while each group member creates original comedy material, participates in discussions, and works together as a team.

If you've ever wondered what Dave's in-person workshops are like at these nationally-recognized comedy clubs or are located too far away to attend - this is your opportunity. Members of our online workshops have participated from all areas of the country and (drumroll please...) as far away as Canada and Japan.

• Buy Now accepts all 3. Note: PayPal has $3 service fee. For questions email dave@thecomedybook.com

"Hey Dave! It's been a while. Hope all is well. I mentioned to you a while back that I was burning up the corporate open mic circuit and I've gotten 3 bookings! I was just booked for a convention next April with 200 to 300 attendees - for $2,500! Thought you'd enjoy hearing a win from the great stuff you've put out there:)" - Tim C.

"When have I ever NOT had fun during a Dave Schwensen Comedy Showcase Spectacular!? Like... NEVER! This workshop, and meeting / befriending all of you, has helped me grow and mature as a comedian and storyteller. I am forever indebted to you all." - Dutch M.

"The amount of knowledge and inspiration that has been instilled throughout my time working with you has been astounding. I can't wait to continue on this journey and see where it leads! Thank you! - Ryan W.

"Thanks again for hosting the workshops! They're super helpful and I'm having fun!" - Chris D.

"Thanks for a great workshop. Really enjoyed myself! Great fun and to get the creative juices running! And a wonderful group of peers. You did a great job of creating a non-threatening, fun atmosphere. So thanks for being you!" - Joan S.

"Just wanted to send you a little note to let you know that I am really enjoying the comedy workshop. I am noticing that I am looking at EVERYTHING and thinking to myself... "Hmmm... now how can that evolve into something humorous?" Thank you for enabling me to develop this new way of thinking!" - Yvonne B.

"I enjoyed the workshop and certainly plan on signing up again. The feedback from peers was important and made me realize the importance of writing on a regular basis. Thanks and keep laughing!" - Tom G.

"I learned a lot and I enjoyed being in the creative energy. :))" - Mary Anne B.

"I enjoyed the class. It was good to meet other comedians working on their craft like me." - Tori D.

Here's a (not so secret) news update for 2024, 2025 and beyond... Dave has stayed in touch with his comedy / speaking industry friends (for a sample list of names, check out who's who in How To Be A Working Comic and Comedy FAQs And Answers). The outlook is that online shows are here to stay. If one thing was learned from a pandemic, online shows made the possibility of comedians and speakers reaching worldwide audiences too exciting to ignore. For example, the Center For Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) is a company that works with speakers, comedians, performers and educators to schedule only (paid) video conferences and webinars. Dave has over ten years experience working with CILC and enjoys doing (paid) seminars from the comfort of his own living room!

Dave's online comedy workshops are writer's groups with entertainment business discussions and coaching tips on how to do a successful Zoom showcase performance. Why is that important? Simple: you never know who might be watching. And in case you haven't heard Dave say this before, "They may call it amateur night, but no one is looking to hire an amateur.'

Online comedy workshops meet once a week for 2-hour sessions over four weeks. Choose to join Mondays or Wednesdays at 7 pm EST. Our fourth week is also a workshop session, BUT starts with a LIVE online showcase with an invited LIVE audience. Dave will be the host - and you'll be the stars! We stay online (the audience leaves - laughing!) and continue our work reviewing performances and material.

You can invite your family, friends - and even the people jealous they're not as funny or experienced as you - to grab a comfortable chair, a snack and a drink for an evening of entertainment. It'll be just like going to their favorite comedy club without having to leave home. And as I'm sure you do in real life - you'll be providing the laughs!

And in case you missed the highlighted number above, online workshops are limited to no more than six members. Here's how it works:

• Each online workshop group meets once a week for four weeks including a live Zoom Showcase.
• Each weekly session is two hours. Focus is on writing and the comedy / speaking business.
• We use Zoom.us for meetings. This is a free app - so group members do not need to purchase a license.
• Each of the workshop members will be emailed a private link to join the workshop prior to start time.
• This is an interactive workshop - meaning members will see and hear each other to work together.
• Workshops are a writer's group format that collaborates as a supportive creative team.
• Opportunities to share and critique performance videos.
• Private Facebook Group for members to share ideas & suggestions, opportunities for stage time, networking and helpful advice.

* Note to storytellers, Toastmasters and corporate comedians / humorists: I've always enjoyed working with humorous speakers and understand the difference between public speaking and standup comedy. It isn't always easy to incorporate humor into your presentations - and is a skill set that goes beyond writing great speeches, stories or corporate comedy. If you want to add humor and really get people laughing, I encourage you to join any one of our evening workshops. These are small groups and we focus on what YOU want to accomplish in your career.

Total cost for the online comedy workshop is $75 - includes four sessions totaling eight hours.

Includes a Zoom online showcase performance.

Workshops are limited to no more than 6 members.

*IMPORTANT - After registering, please see the note below about contacting Dave - thanks!

• Buy Now accepts all 3. Note: PayPal has $3 service fee. For questions email dave@thecomedybook.com

November 25, December 2, 9 and 16

Four 2-hour online sessions

Zoom Showcase - December 16 at 7 pm EST

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November 20 (skip 27) December 4, 11 and 18

Four 2-hour online sessions

Zoom Showcase - December 18 at 7 pm EST

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Please confirm your registration with Dave by sending an email to  dave@thecomedybook.com. Sometimes email addresses on PayPal accounts are different than the one you might check daily and plan to use for our Zoom sessions. After registering, Dave will contact you with more details. If you don't hear from Dave - then chances are you're using a different email than PayPal.

Thanks - and keep laughing!

CILC stand for Center For Interactive Learning and Collaboration.  Dave has been presenting online video conference comedy workshops and "Career Day" sessions about the entertainment industry for schools grades 6-12, along with communications training seminars (Humoring Your Clients) for businesses and associations through CILC for almost ten years. He is a three-time Pinnacle Award winner "for remarkable quality of educational content and exceptional skill at program delivery."

Sounds like what we're doing with this online comedy workshop - right? That's how I feel - so let's get to work!

If you have any questions or need more information about the online comedy workshop, please use the Contact link above.