Learn the Craft

Comedy Classes

Whether you're a first-timer or a working comic, our classes will sharpen your skills and get you stage-ready.

Stand-Up 101

For complete beginners

$299

Learn the fundamentals of stand-up comedy — writing jokes, finding your voice, timing, and stage presence. The course culminates in a live graduation show in front of a real audience.

✓Write your first 5-minute set
✓Learn joke structure, callbacks, and misdirection
✓Stage presence and microphone technique
✓Graduation show on the Mad Hatter stage
6 weeks|Tuesdays, 7 PM – 9 PM

Stand-Up 201

For comics with stage time

$349

Already done a few open mics? Level up your material with advanced joke writing, crowd work, and set building. Refine your voice and learn to command the room.

✓Develop a tight 10-minute set
✓Advanced joke writing and editing techniques
✓Crowd work and improvisation skills
✓Recorded showcase performance with feedback
6 weeks|Thursdays, 7 PM – 9 PM

Weekend Workshop

Intensive one-day deep dive

$129

A concentrated comedy crash course for anyone curious about stand-up. Perfect if you can't commit to a full course but want a taste of the craft.

✓Joke writing exercises and instant feedback
✓Watch and analyze professional sets
✓Small group — limited to 12 students
✓Optional open mic slot that evening
1 day|Select Saturdays, 11 AM – 4 PM

Why Learn at Mad Hatter?

Real Stage Time

Perform on the same stage as the pros. Every class ends with a live show.

Industry Instructors

Learn from working comedians who've toured nationally and appeared on TV.

Community

Join a network of comics. Many of our students go on to perform regularly at the club.

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