Comedy Courses and Certifications

Creativity, Comedy, and Never Settling

Creativity, Comedy, and Never Settling with Nate Bargatze, Chase Jarvis

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Understanding Shakespearean Drama: Tragedy and Comedy

Explore Shakespeare's dramatic genius through detailed analysis of Macbeth and The Merchant of Venice, examining structure, themes, and character development.

• Swayam
• 4 weeks
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Judd Apatow Teaches Comedy

Learn to create hilarious storylines, write stand-up, and direct comedic films from Emmy winner Judd Apatow. Discover techniques for developing personal experiences into engaging, funny content and mastering the art of comedy.

• MasterClass
• 6 hours 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Plays with Words - Language and Gender in Comedy

Explore the intersection of language, gender, and comedy through performances and discussions with comedians, scholars, and improv artists, offering insights into the role of words in shaping humor and social dynamics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Laugh in the Face of Doom - Health Benefits of Laughter in Coping with Grief

Discover how laughter can restore health and help cope with grief. Laura Bruce shares her personal journey and the transformative power of comedy in overcoming life's challenges.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Comedy is Translation

Explore how comedy translates deep truths and opens new perspectives, as Chris Bliss examines the challenges of communication and its power to bridge understanding.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

TED

How Comedy Helps Us Deal with Hard Truths

Comedian Roy Wood Jr. explores how humor can be a powerful tool for addressing serious issues, influencing change, and managing life's challenges in this insightful TED talk.

• YouTube
• 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Film Courage

Comedy Wellness: A Better Tomorrow & Funnier Today - Hanala Sagal

Comedian Hanala Sagal shares insights on comedy, wellness, and personal growth in this engaging interview, offering unique perspectives on overcoming challenges and finding humor in life's experiences.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

How To Start Doing Stand Up Comedy

374 ratings at Udemy

Write, rehearse, and perform five minutes of stand-up comedy and learn a ton about yourself in the process!

• Udemy
• 3 hours 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Divine Comedy: Dante's Journey to Freedom

3 reviews

Jorge Luis Borges, the great Argentine writer, said that no one should deny themselves the pleasure of reading Dante's Divine Comedy. In this course, you will discover precisely what Borges meant.

• edX
• 8 weeks, 9-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Zoom: TV Comedy / Sitcom Training 2-Week Online Class with Allen Hooper (Live Online)

329 ratings at CourseHorse

Join top casting director Allen Hooper, known for his work on Modern Family, Frasier, and more, in this two-week TV Comedy/Sitcom class designed to sharpen your audition skills.

• CourseHorse
• 6 hours
• On-Demand
• $179.00

2-Week Online Comedy Film/TV Class with Michael Nicolo (Live Online)

329 ratings at CourseHorse

This two-week online class offers a unique opportunity to train with an Emmy-nominated Casting Director, gaining insider tips for booking TV and film roles.

• CourseHorse
• 6 hours
• On-Demand
• $179.00

The Tragedy of Comedy

1 review

Explore the essence of comedy through truth, pain, and distance. Discover how laughter reflects shared human experiences and transforms sensitive subjects into sources of relief and catharsis.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

William Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Comedy, Conflict, and Community

31 ratings at Coursera

Explore Shakespeare's Twelfth Night through expert insights, analyzing its comedy, conflicts, and themes. Gain a deeper understanding of the play's language, characters, and enduring relevance.

• Coursera
• 1 day 1 hour 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Dante Alighieri: Science and poetry in The Divine Comedy

Explore Dante's Divine Comedy through a discussion of the sources and references of the poetry and modern science

• edX
• 4 weeks, 8-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)