We are excited to host Broadway playwright and actress Sandy Rustin as she leads her two-hour master class Writing Comedy for the Stage. Most notably to Grand Rapids Players, Sandy 'penned the adaptation of the cult-hit film, CLUE which has enjoyed over 4,000 productions worldwide,' and was produced by our organization in 2022.

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There is a $10 registration fee to hold your spot in the class-- but scholarships are available as needed. Contact us!

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Perfect for students, playwrights, sketch writers, storytellers, improvisers, and curious newbies, this masterclass digs into the nitty-gritty of crafting comedy for the stage. No previous writing experience required!

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Students will explore “what’s funny” (and how to make it funnier!), in the process of developing their own, unique comedic voices. Along the way, Sandy leads the class in a series of exercises designed to help students develop comedic characters & dialogue, understand physical space & physicality, define rhythm, style & tone, and allow a plot to reveal itself. 

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Each student will leave class having developed the beginnings of their own, new comedy.

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Read Sandy Rustin's full bio here.

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Sandy will be joining us live via Zoom December 8, 6-8pm.

Location: GRPlayers Theatre Classroom at the Reif Center

Register to hold your seat!