Comedy Classes in Los Angeles & Online
Improv, Sketch, Character, TV Writing, Voiceover, Stand-Up, Clown, taught by working professionals with credits at SNL, Netflix, Hulu, Adult Swim, and beyond.
The Pack Theater has been one of Los Angeles' most beloved independent comedy schools and theaters since 2016. We’re known for small class sizes, working professional instructors, and some of the most affordable tuition in LA (or online from anywhere). Our teachers have written and performed for SNL, Netflix, Hulu, Adult Swim, Comedy Central, and beyond, and our alumni have gone on to write or perform on ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, CW, Netflix, Hulu, HBO, Adult Swim, Comedy Central, Dropout, and/or gained major influence online. Whether you've never set foot on a stage or you're a seasoned performer looking to sharpen a specific skill, The Pack offers a direct path to finding your unique comedic voice, without the gatekeeping or the price tag of larger institutions.
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Tuesdays 6-8pm, 8 weeks. Starts June 2nd. IN-PERSON.
This class is all about playing characters in improv scenes. Together, we'll work on making big choices in our voice, body, and POV to help take scene-work to the next level. We will learn how to filter all of our choices as improvisers through playing strong, committed characters. In this way, we can turn our minds off, and let the character takeover. This class will be active, focused on repetitions, and will be a place to safely fail hard. What you take away from this class will be a roster of characters, and knowledge that can be applied to long form, short form, voiceover, sketch, or anywhere you want to act like a grounded freak.
Prerequisite: Some Improv experience, class or performance. (Intermediate - Advanced)
This class will be held in the class spaces next to the theater.
1613 N. Vermont, 90027
Mondays 7-10pm. Starts May 18th. 8 weeks. IN-PERSON
Intro to Improv is great for personal development, communication skills, lowering anxiety, building confidence, meeting new people and just plain having fun! Learn the basic tools of improvisation, great for both actors and non-actors alike. You'll get onstage immediately and explore improv fundamentals of agreement, commitment, trusting your instincts, active listening, initiating and collaboration. Sessions are designed so students build a strong foundation as a confident improviser in a safe space to take creative risks. This class culminates in a performance with students from the other Improv classes. Come join the fun! Welcome!
No prerequisites required!
This class will be held at the Pack Theater space!
1615 N. Vermont, 90027
Saturdays 12-3pm. Starts May 23rd. 8 weeks. IN-PERSON.
Find more confidence, freedom and joy on stage. Learn to make strong choices while embracing the power of listening to support your partner and stay open to the possibilities of every moment. We’ll dive deep into elements of scene-work such as character, style, blocking, and subtext. We’ll help identify any habits that may be holding you back while celebrating your unique voice. And we’ll have fun. You’ll leave a braver, better, more confident improvisor. This class will help you be a braver, better, more confident improvisor. This class culminates in a performance with students from the other Improv classes. Come join the fun!
Prerequisite: Some Improv experience, class or performance. (Intermediate - Advanced)
This class will be held at the Pack Theater space!
1615 N. Vermont, 90027
Sundays 11am-2pm. 8 weeks. Starts May 24th. IN-PERSON
Combining the freedom and spontaneity of improv with classic acting and theatre exercises, this class will help make your work more believable and add levels to your funny. We will work on adding honest emotional reactions, authenticity and empathy to your scenes that will allow you to confidently make bolder choices and connect with the audience in deeper and more memorable ways. You will learn how to take command of the stage and earn every audience reaction, from laughs to gasps. This class culminates in a performance with students from the other Improv classes. Come join the fun!
Prerequisite: Some Improv experience, class or performance. (Intermediate - Advanced)
This class will be held at the Pack Theater space!
1615 N. Vermont, 90027
If You Need a Payment Plan:
We’re here to help! Just email classes@packtheater.com. Additionally, at checkout, you can also PayPal in 4 payments or PayPal monthly.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is the Pack Theater located?
1615 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027, in the Los Feliz neighborhood. This is the new Pack Theater space where most in-person classes are now held.
Do I need to live in Los Angeles to take classes?
No. Several classes are offered fully online via Zoom, including Sketch 1 (Sundays), Sketch 2, Writing a Pilot, Improv Position Play, Voiceover, and all of Stephanie Streisand's one-day TV Pilot & Industry workshops. The Sketch 1 online intensive is also available to students anywhere.
Is there a payment plan available?
Yes. At checkout you can select PayPal Pay in 4 or PayPal Monthly to split tuition into installments. You can also email classes@packtheater.com to discuss a payment plan directly.
What level of experience do I need?
It depends on the class. Intro to Improv, Sketch 1, Character Workshop, Intro to Clown, Voiceover, Standup class, and all Stephanie Streisand workshops require no prior experience. Fearless Scenework, Improv and Acting, and Improv Position Play require some previous improv experience. Sketch 2 requires prior completion of Sketch 1.
Do improv classes end with a performance?
Some. All core improv classes (Intro to Improv, Fearless Scenework, and Improv and Acting) culminate in a live performance alongside students from other improv classes at the theater. The Character Workshop also ends with a live audience showcase.
How do I get notified about sold-out classes?
On each sold-out class page at packtheater.com there is a "Get notified by email when this product is in stock" option. You can also email classes@packtheater.com directly.
The Pack Theater has some of the most affordable and best comedy classes in Los Angeles. We believe there is no “one true way” to approach comedy and instead focus on developing your unique voice by providing a variety of tools and exercises. Our teachers have over a century of experience between them and have trained and taught all over the world. The majority of our stand-up and improv classes in Los Angeles are offered in person so you can develop stage experience but there are also online improv classes that can allow you to sharpen your game from the comfort of home.
Our teachers have performed or written for things like SNL, Adult Swim, Comedy Central, FOX, Netflix, Hulu, and many, many, more! Our teachers’ alumni have performed or written at SNL, Comedy Central, Adult Swim, Netflix, Hulu, Dropout, HBO, ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, TBS, Nickelodeon, Disney, Dreamworks, and many, many, more! And many current popular comedy influencers on Instagram & TikTok once studied Improv, Sketch, Characters, and more at The Pack!
Our online comedy writing classes help make developing scripts and sketches more approachable for comedy writers and screenwriters of any skill level. Get started and learn to write sketch comedy online with teachers with real experience working in Hollywood and will provide a wealth of resources to come up with and develop your ideas.
We also offer elective classes to help you gain special skills and meet your goals from an online pilot writing class to an in-person musical improv comedy class. Taking a comedy class can give you the opportunity to get real-time feedback so you can skip some trial and error of bombing on stage, provide accountability to help you reach your goals, and find collaborative partners that you can develop shows and performances with for years to come.
“It's one of the most passionate groups of talented comedy people I've ever come across."
"Something special is happening at this place."
"Lots of great advice about the comedy business from a real working professional."
“It's one of the most passionate groups of talented comedy people I've ever come across." "Something special is happening at this place." "Lots of great advice about the comedy business from a real working professional."
"my mouth hurt from smiling too much."
"They teach skills and forms that no other theater teaches, great for advance players as well as beginners."
"I feel like I have the secret manual to good improv"
"my mouth hurt from smiling too much." "They teach skills and forms that no other theater teaches, great for advance players as well as beginners." "I feel like I have the secret manual to good improv"