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A La Carte Classes

In addition to all our core courses and private coaching programs, these A La Carte Courses were selected by our members. If you wish to request a course specific to your needs, place a recommendation here.

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How to Study a Comedian & Learn How They Write

Great comedians aren’t just funny—they’re intentional. In this class, you’ll learn how to break down a comedian’s set to uncover the writing techniques behind the laughs.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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Techniques to Punch Up a Script

Got a script that needs more laughs? In this class, you’ll learn techniques to add sharper jokes, stronger punchlines, and funnier moments to your scenes. Whether it’s a screenplay, sitcom, or sketch, we’ll show you how to boost the humor without losing the story.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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How to Write Like Kyle Kinane

Kyle Kinane’s comedy is raw, honest, and full of vivid storytelling. We’ll break down his unique voice and writing style so you can learn how to create compelling, funny material that’s personal, grounded, and packed with punchlines.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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Breaking Into Advertising as a Stand-Up Comic

Think your punchlines could sell a product? Learn how your comedy skills translate into ad writing, what agencies look for, and how to land gigs in a whole new industry.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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How to Produce a Comedy Show

Learn the step-by-step process of producing a successful comedy show—from booking talent and choosing a venue to marketing and making it profitable. Perfect for comics looking to take control of their careers.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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How to Write Like Neal Brennan

Neal Brennan’s comedy blends sharp insight, personal truth, and unexpected punchlines. We’ll break down his writing style and show you how to create smart, honest material that really resonates.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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Cultivating Natural On-the-Spot Humor

Want to be the person who's always the funniest in the room? This class teaches you how to develop on-the-spot humor and become a better storyteller in everyday conversations. Learn to be quick, relatable, and funny—whether you're at a party, meeting, or dinner table.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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How to Get Into Top Comedy Clubs

Breaking into comedy clubs isn’t just about being funny—it’s about strategy, timing, and knowing how the system works. This class gives you an insight on how clubs book talent, and what you can do to stand out, get noticed, and get on stage.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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How to Write Comedy Like Anjelah Johnson

Anjelah Johnson’s comedy is relatable, character-driven, and full of heart. Learn her writing style—from storytelling and timing to character work and clean comedy—so you can create funny, feel-good material that connects with any audience.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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Comedic Storytelling for Digital & Social Media

Want to turn your funny stories into content that actually gets views? Learn how to write and structure comedic stories specifically for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and other digital platforms. Hook viewers, deliver laughs, and keep them watching to the end.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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How to Work on and Develop Impressions

Learn how to build & refine impressions. This class cover voice, physicality, character quirks, and how to turn your impressions into solid material for stand-up, sketches, or social media.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

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How to Write Comedy Like Andy Kaufman

Andy Kaufman didn’t just tell jokes—he created experiences. Explore how to write comedy that’s bold, surreal, and unforgettable. Learn how to push boundaries, blend truth with absurdity, and create material that challenges and surprises your audience—just like Kaufman did.

Now available as a stream-anytime course.

Giving You a Working Knowledge of Comedy

As a touring professional comedian for 30+ years and as a writer for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Jerry's approach to comedy comes as a result of a vast amount of hands-on, doing-the-grind type of experience.

From cruises to corporates to clubs, Jerry has performed comedy in all 50 states and in 14 countries around the world. Jerry has taught thousands of comedians and has coached well over a hundred corporate leaders, teaching them how to develop a working knowledge of comedy.

His book Breaking Comedy's DNA has been called the "best book on comedy and comedy writing available anywhere." Jerry's YouTube Channel has more free useable comedy writing content that any other channel online. What we're trying to say is "If you're looking for skills that you can apply in your approach to comedy right now, then you are at the right place!"

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Why The ComedyClinic?

Simply put, when it comes to comedy Jerry knows what he's talking about. Whether you want to write for TV or perform stand-up, you're going to learn a science & structure-based approach to comedy that gives you real tools to be as creative with your comedy as you want to be.

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Writing for Stand-up

The most successful comedians know how to write their act. Even Bill Burr who writes ideas, then flows them out on stage, started by learning how to write jokes.

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Comedy for Scripts

Comedy has structures and all the structures used in stand-up comedy can also be used in television and movie scripts. After all, what is an act-out? It's just dialogue in a one-man show.

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Comedy for Speakers

Professional speakers ALL want to include humor in their presentations. Learn specific techniques that can be "plugged-in" to add that extra dynamic to your message.

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Late Night TV Writing

You know all the joke monologues performed by Jimmy Fallon or Stephen Colbert are written by professional writers, right? Learn this craft and get one of the highest paid entry-level jobs known to man.

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Tons of Classes

Comedy A La Carte offers Tons of Classes on subjects chosen by members of the Comedy Clinic community. Each subject drills down deep in a thoroughly informative 3-hour course.

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Creative Collaboration

Each class is like its own writer's room. Students get involved punching up each others jokes creating a super dynamic of creative activity. In my experience it's actually a superior level of creativity than in a live class.

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Joke Writing Challenges

One of the things that keeps students creative is a challenge. These courses will introduce 1-word or Random Phrase joke--writing challenges that will help you "show up" in every class.

"Check out my other Comedy Writing a La Carte Courses!"

All the courses that I prepare for the A La Carte Series of Courses come from your requests to cover specific areas of focus in comedy writing, performance or the business of comedy. All courses are done live, then the recordings are made available for purchase so students can still access hard-to-find information and study on their own time using an computer, smartphone, or tablet.

Each semester of A La Carte Classes includes 12 Weeks of topics. Use the links below to learn more about what's available. I hope each course brings value to your day!

--Jerry Corley

Jerry Corley - Teacher - Comedy A La Carte Courses

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