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How to Write Sketch Comedy
Want to write a funny comedy sketch but aren't sure where to start?
In this episode of Screenwriters Talk Screenwriting, Jordan Imiola breaks down how to write sketch comedy, from finding one clear premise to creating memorable characters and building jokes that keep escalating.
We look at what makes some of the most memorable comedy sketches work, with examples from Saturday Night Live, Key & Peele, Monty Python, Abbott and Costello, and more.
You'll learn how to:
• Find the comedic game of your sketch
• Create one strong premise and stick with it
• Get to the jokes quickly
• Create…
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