Description: Ready to take your stand-up to the next level? This intermediate class helps comedians sharpen their material, strengthen their stage presence, and develop a more distinctive comedic voice. Weekly sessions focus on advanced joke structure, material refinement, stage persona, and building a cohesive, performance-ready set. Along the way, experienced instructors share practical insights from their own professional comedy careers. The class culminates in a showcase performance for friends, family, and fellow comedians.

Prerequisite: Stand Up Comedy Level I or equivalent experience.

Times/Days: Mondays 6:00-8:00 PM (9/14/26 - 11/2/26)

Class Length: 8 weeks; 2 hrs. per week

Location: Fine Arts Building - Room #819 (410 S. Michigan Ave. - 8th Floor)

Teacher: Claire Sundbye*

Student Showcase: Wednesday, November 11th (7:00 PM)

Please note, class registrations are non-transferable and non-refundable.

*Claire Sundbye is a Chicago based comic. Her animated, quick-witted, and conversational delivery leaves audiences everywhere laughing! Claire is a regular at Laugh Factory, Zanies & CYSK. She performs with nationally touring acts including Jason Cheny, Ashley Gavin, Dan Donohue and more. This year, Claire’s episode of the popular show “Subway Takes” went viral, amassing over 20 million views.