Classes
Here at GOLD, we have year-round course offerings. Our courses come in two sizes: most of our flagship classes are included in your yearly membership ($499/year), making GOLD the most affordable AND welcoming comedy school around. Our flagship standup, sketch, and improv courses are all in a regular monthly rotation.
We also offer GOLD Label courses, which include six months of GOLD club (and all the goodies therein) and are priced separately from the yearly membership. These courses are more immersive and taught by high-level instructors like Emmy and Peabody-winning producer Ryan Cunningham (Broad City, Search Party, Inside Amy Schumer).
If you have any questions about our course offerings or want to know which GOLD classes are right for you, don’t hesitate to reach out at info@goldcomedy.com.
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Late-Night Writing Bootcamp
Want to break into late-night comedy writing? This course teaches you how to craft killer monologue jokes, desk bits, games, and sketches—while keeping your unique comedic voice. You’ll learn how to build a standout writing packet, sharpen your punchlines, and stay funny even when the world isn’t.
Learn moreMark has always been the smartest, sharpest writer in the room. If you're looking to break into late night or just want to learn from someone who knows the craft inside and out, you couldn't ask for a better teacher.
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Standup Bootcamp
Our LIVE, interactive Standup Boot Camp course is the fastest and funniest way to GET or IMPROVE the TOOLS AND SKILLS you need to write new jokes unique and original to you. Whether you've done some standup (or other comedy) and want to take it to the next level, or are just ready to find your funny and share it with the world, our unique and proven approach will get you there. All in our collaborative, supportive, bro-vibe-free space with an experienced teacher and classmates/new pals who are HERE for you to succeed. This class runs for four-weeks and meets virtually on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Learn moreI absolutely love taking courses with Elsa Eli. They are energetic and funny. I learn a lot just by listening and watching their comedy during class and outside class.
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Sketch Bootcamp
Back to the basics without being boring. Hone your skills, refine your style, and become the sketch boss you always dreamed of being. This course runs for four weeks and meets virtually on Tuesdays.
Sign UpMaggie's class was the first time that I ever felt like I could truly possibly be a comedy writer.
Ayla R.
GOLD Calendar
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Aug 21, 2025
Productivity Power Hour
3:00pm-4:00pm EDT
Come in with one thing you'd like to work on for the hour. At the start of each session, we will all go around and tell each other what we're working on and what we want to accomplish by the end of the hour.
We will all co-work for the hour together on Zoom. You're welcome to ask each other for help and get feedback. At the end, everyone will share what they accomplished and at least one thing that they will accomplish next.Join the club to participate in our weekly Productivity Hour!
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Aug 24, 2025
Comedy Co-Writing Hour
4:00pm-5:00pm EDT
Join host and GOLDie Andie Rossi on Sundays from 4–5 PM EST to body-double with fellow comedy writers on Zoom and get all those voice notes, side-scribbles and shower thoughts transformed into polished material on the page. Whether you're working on sketches, standup sets, or sitcom scripts, come write with friends.
Join the club and drop in!
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Aug 25, 2025
Open Mic + Feedback Session
6:00pm-7:00pm EDT
This is THE safe and supportive space to test your jokes and ideas, get actionable feedback from peers and pros, and do some light comedy cardio. Audience members are always welcome, too!
Join the club to attend our weekly open mics.
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Aug 25, 2025
WOKSHOP: Character Acting for Camera w/ Hollie Harper
8:00pm-10:00pm EDT
Great characters aren’t just written—they’re performed with precision (and panache!). In this workshop, you’ll learn how to bring your characters to life on camera, balancing big comedic energy with the subtlety and skill that those pesky close-ups demand. From joke delivery to physical bits and embodiment, you’ll explore tools for making your characters unforgettable.
Nonmembers can attend by grabbing tickets below.
TICKET LINK
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Aug 26, 2025
WORKSHOP: Directing from script -> post w/ Kelly Sater
8:00pm-10:00pm EDT
Directing a sketch isn’t just about pointing the camera, babe! It’s about picking the right script, shaping performances, finding (and committing to) the pace, and building a tone–all so that the funny lands every time. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to lead a production from script to final cut, making choices that must serve the joke, the cast/crew, and the audience.
Nonmembers can attend by grabbing tickets below.
TICKET LINK
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Aug 27, 2025
Live Q&A with a Comedy Pro
7:00pm-7:30pm EDT
Each week we host a comedy or comedy-adjacent pro! Sometimes, it's celebrities you already love, and sometimes, it's your next favorite behind-the-scenes comedian.
Join the club to attend our weekly Q&As.
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Aug 27, 2025
WORKSHOP: Thumbnails + marketing your sketch w/ Maggie Scudder
8:00pm-10:00pm EDT
You made the sketch. Now it’s time to get people to watch it. Getting views is a lot less fun than making something… In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create optimized thumbnails, BTS assets, editorial, and other promo pieces that will make your comedy impossible (or at LEAST a lot harder) to ignore. Whether you’re posting to TikTok, YouTube, or your cousin’s Facebook group for selling protein shakes, we’ll show you how to grab attention before your audience scrolls on.
Nonmembers can attend by grabbing a ticket below.
TICKET LINK
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Aug 28, 2025
Productivity Power Hour
3:00pm-4:00pm EDT
Come in with one thing you'd like to work on for the hour. At the start of each session, we will all go around and tell each other what we're working on and what we want to accomplish by the end of the hour.
We will all co-work for the hour together on Zoom. You're welcome to ask each other for help and get feedback. At the end, everyone will share what they accomplished and at least one thing that they will accomplish next.Join the club to participate in our weekly Productivity Hour!
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Aug 31, 2025
WORKSHOP: Perfect your late night packet
3:00pm-5:00pm EDT
Whether you're passionate about crafting razor-sharp monologue jokes that hit hard, developing engaging desk bits that keep audiences hooked, or mastering the art of longer-form satire for shows like Last Week Tonight, this class is your ultimate guide.
Nonmembers can attend by purchasing tickets below.
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Aug 31, 2025
Comedy Co-Writing Hour
4:00pm-5:00pm EDT
Join host and GOLDie Andie Rossi on Sundays from 4–5 PM EST to body-double with fellow comedy writers on Zoom and get all those voice notes, side-scribbles and shower thoughts transformed into polished material on the page. Whether you're working on sketches, standup sets, or sitcom scripts, come write with friends.
Join the club and drop in!
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Aug 31, 2025
WORKSHOP: DP on a budget + time crunch
5:00pm-7:00pm EDT
Your sketch is gonna kill—but does it look killer? This crash course in cinematography for comedy will show you how to make your sketches pop on-screen without Hollywood budgets or endless shoot days. You’ll learn how to frame, light, and capture moments so your punchlines land with maximum visual impact. Cheap gear? No problem. No gear? That’s okay! We’ll teach you how to work with whatever’s in your bag and still get the perfect shot.
Nonmembers can attend by purchasing tickets below.
TICKET LINK
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Sep 1, 2025
Open Mic + Feedback Session
6:00pm-7:00pm EDT
This is THE safe and supportive space to test your jokes and ideas, get actionable feedback from peers and pros, and do some light comedy cardio. Audience members are always welcome, too!
Join the club to attend our weekly open mics.
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Sep 3, 2025
Live Q&A with a Comedy Pro
7:00pm-7:30pm EDT
Each week we host a comedy or comedy-adjacent pro! Sometimes, it's celebrities you already love, and sometimes, it's your next favorite behind-the-scenes comedian.
Join the club to attend our weekly Q&As.
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Sep 4, 2025
Productivity Power Hour
3:00pm-4:00pm EDT
Come in with one thing you'd like to work on for the hour. At the start of each session, we will all go around and tell each other what we're working on and what we want to accomplish by the end of the hour.
We will all co-work for the hour together on Zoom. You're welcome to ask each other for help and get feedback. At the end, everyone will share what they accomplished and at least one thing that they will accomplish next.Join the club to participate in our weekly Productivity Hour!
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Sep 7, 2025
Comedy Co-Writing Hour
4:00pm-5:00pm EDT
Join host and GOLDie Andie Rossi on Sundays from 4–5 PM EST to body-double with fellow comedy writers on Zoom and get all those voice notes, side-scribbles and shower thoughts transformed into polished material on the page. Whether you're working on sketches, standup sets, or sitcom scripts, come write with friends.
Join the club and drop in!
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Sep 8, 2025
Open Mic + Feedback Session
6:00pm-7:00pm EDT
This is THE safe and supportive space to test your jokes and ideas, get actionable feedback from peers and pros, and do some light comedy cardio. Audience members are always welcome, too!
Join the club to attend our weekly open mics.
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Sep 10, 2025
Live Q&A with a Comedy Pro
7:00pm-7:30pm EDT
Each week we host a comedy or comedy-adjacent pro! Sometimes, it's celebrities you already love, and sometimes, it's your next favorite behind-the-scenes comedian.
Join the club to attend our weekly Q&As.
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Sep 11, 2025
Productivity Power Hour
3:00pm-4:00pm EDT
Come in with one thing you'd like to work on for the hour. At the start of each session, we will all go around and tell each other what we're working on and what we want to accomplish by the end of the hour.
We will all co-work for the hour together on Zoom. You're welcome to ask each other for help and get feedback. At the end, everyone will share what they accomplished and at least one thing that they will accomplish next.Join the club to participate in our weekly Productivity Hour!
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Sep 14, 2025
Comedy Co-Writing Hour
4:00pm-5:00pm EDT
Join host and GOLDie Andie Rossi on Sundays from 4–5 PM EST to body-double with fellow comedy writers on Zoom and get all those voice notes, side-scribbles and shower thoughts transformed into polished material on the page. Whether you're working on sketches, standup sets, or sitcom scripts, come write with friends.
Join the club and drop in!
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Sep 15, 2025
Open Mic + Feedback Session
6:00pm-7:00pm EDT
This is THE safe and supportive space to test your jokes and ideas, get actionable feedback from peers and pros, and do some light comedy cardio. Audience members are always welcome, too!
Join the club to attend our weekly open mics.
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Sep 17, 2025
Live Q&A with a Comedy Pro
7:00pm-7:30pm EDT
Each week we host a comedy or comedy-adjacent pro! Sometimes, it's celebrities you already love, and sometimes, it's your next favorite behind-the-scenes comedian.
Join the club to attend our weekly Q&As.
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Sep 18, 2025
Productivity Power Hour
3:00pm-4:00pm EDT
Come in with one thing you'd like to work on for the hour. At the start of each session, we will all go around and tell each other what we're working on and what we want to accomplish by the end of the hour.
We will all co-work for the hour together on Zoom. You're welcome to ask each other for help and get feedback. At the end, everyone will share what they accomplished and at least one thing that they will accomplish next.Join the club to participate in our weekly Productivity Hour!