Upcoming Writing Courses
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The Upright Citizens Brigade Television Writing Program offers aspiring writers a comprehensive curriculum focused on the art and craft of comedic TV writing. Through courses, workshops, lectures and Q&A’s from industry experts, participants learn key elements designed to give students a strong foundation in TV writing.
Our curriculum includes lessons on character development, story structure, comedic timing, and even how to create a pitch deck for your completed pilot. These courses are guided by experienced instructors with a background in television writing and comedy.
New York City
Our Training Center is located at the 14th Street campus, which includes the 14th Street Theater, with additional classrooms in Soho.
Online
Take a class from anywhere in the world! UCB offers online comedy classes in Improv, Sketch, TV Writing, and more!
Writing Program
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Plot Writing
In this course, you’ll develop a polished half-hour pilot from pitch to draft, with feedback at every stage. We’ll cover pilot concepts, character creation, structure, and dialogue in a collaborative workshop setting.
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Writing for Animation
In this class, students will develop an idea for an animated TV series and turn it into a complete pitch document. You’ll learn the key elements of show creation, including crafting a strong concept and developing characters.
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Audio Comedy Series
This course introduces students to audio comedy series (narrative podcasts). You’ll create a pitch, outline, and script for a 15-minute pilot, with weekly goals and workshops focused on bringing your story to life in audio format.
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