Westside's Training Center
improv Classes
Conquer fears, spark creativity, & laugh a lot! At Westside Comedy Theater, our Improv Program focuses on mastering the core principles of improvisation while empowering each student to develop their own unique voice & approach. Throughout our program, you will learn the fundamentals, create unique characters, collaborate with others, heighten your scene work, & explore various long forms.
Each session wraps up with a live showcase at The Westside—your chance to shine on stage!
Looking to try out a class before enrolling in a full session? Check out our Weekly Improv Drop-In with instructors from our training center!
Sketch Classes
Delve into the world of sketch comedy theory and technique through writing exercises and assignments designed to sharpen your skills and build your portfolio! Learn how to create, write, rewrite, and refine original comedy content —while discovering your unique voice and having a blast.
Our program helps you strengthen your writing, performance, and collaboration skills, whether you’re aiming for a career in comedy or just looking to have fun.
The Westside Sketch program is a 3 level program that culminates with a live 45-minute sketch show on our stage.
Stand-Up Classes
Whether you’re looking to improve your public speaking skills, interested in a new hobby, or taking your first steps in your comedy career, The Westside’s 3 level stand-up curriculum is a great place to start. Use your life experiences and observations to write and workshop your very own set. This program will help you build confidence, sharpen your storytelling, and develop your unique comedic voice.
Each session wraps up with a live showcase at The Westside—your chance to shine on stage!
Loved beginner improv with Jonathan.
Well structured, he created a safe and fun environment for us to push ourselves.
Affordable, Highly recommend.
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I always looked forward to class and always had fun.
My favorite place to see comedy and perform.
Classes are also incredible- take one!!
I seriously can’t say enough how much I loved working with Jen and my overall experience. Jen was so so amazing and kind and supportive and informative, I want to take more with her!! I was so scared for so long to try improv and immediately upon arrive I felt so comfortable and ready to work! Thankful for my experience :))
Such a wonderful class and Frank is amazing and supportive and was just the best level 1 teacher I could have ever hoped for!
Such an amazing class it inspired me so much and I’m so glad I did it!
Such an amazing class it inspired me so much and I’m so glad I did it!
Amelia is a wonderful teacher! Great energy and guidance throughout scenes. Would easily take a class from her again.
Jen creates such a safe, supportive space, made it very easy to experiment and screw up and try again.
Jen creates such a safe, supportive space, made it very easy to experiment and screw up and try again.