ThePIT

Dec 31st (Wed)

Underground

• Solo Sketch Celebration! with Thunderstood, Jenneral Assembly and Paul Thomas: Comedogenic

  Saturday, Oct 13, 2012 6pm
  $8 / $45 (FESTIVAL PASS)
  
  Sharp writing, un-choreographed and untrained dancing, fascination with how technology influences communication, obscure comic book references, and balls-to-the-wall willingness to look like an ass, Thunderstood is a multimedia experience that examines the absurdities in life that most people overlook because they aren't as weird and nerdy as he is. Thunderstood is A.J. Schraeder | Web site AND Jenn Dodd is a quirky, comedic actress who loves to poke fun at mankind's collective social awkwardness. A character connoisseur, with over 50 original characters and impressions under her belt, Jenn's grasp of human behavior and ability to portray it honestly is vast. Ranging from a sweet Southern mom to a chauvinistic British rocker to an awkward, emo teenager, Jenn's work is both diverse and dexterous. Jenneral Assembly is Jenn Dodd | Web site AND Paul Thomas: Comedogenic is a high-intensity solo sketch show that runs heavy on social satire. Paul Thomas | Web site Please note: The PIT Underground is not wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at 212-563-7488 with any questions.

Patterns in Everything

June 21st (One-Day Workshop)

Being in your head has a terrible reputation in improv circles. This workshop is all about being in your head at the top of the scene (a good thing) and then using the information to truly play out of your head for the remainder. One exercise, one technique. Adding pattern recognition to your bag of improv tricks will help you find the comedy faster no matter the form.

Chris Trew
Friday, 2pm-5pm

Anatomy of a 1-Liner: Writing Monologue & Roast Jokes

June 25th (One-Night Workshop)

The "Anatomy of a 1-Liner: Writing Monologue and Roast Jokes" interactive seminar teaches students the various categories and structures of jokes used in monologues and roasts. Using this organized approach, students will participate in exercises that enable them to improve their current jokes and to write new ones from the latest daily newspaper.

Neil Berlynir
Tuesday, 6pm-8pm

Character Building

Monday, August 19th at 7pm

Jul 11-Aug 15 (6 weeks)

Ever feel like you suffer from multiple personalities? Why not put them to work! In this character building class, you will learn how to cultivate fully developed and realistic characters through a blend of classic mask techniques & improvisational games. This class will not only make you a character connoisseur, but help you contextualize them for the stage, screen and even auditions.

Jenn Dodd
Thursdays, 7pm-10pm

Writing for SNL Fantasy Camp

Aug 5-10th (1 week)

This class will simulate what a week as a writer for SNL is like, culminating in a live show at 11:30pm on Saturday night!

Ali Farahnakian
Monday-Saturday