Creating Characters w/ Bob Nelson

Duration 3 h 23 m 43 s

Price

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Creating Characters w/ Bob Nelson

About Course

Welcome to the Stand-Up Comedy Character Creation Masterclass with Bob Nelson! This course is designed to help aspiring comedians and experienced performers alike develop unique, memorable characters that will leave audiences laughing and wanting more.

Throughout this course, you will learn the essential techniques and strategies needed to create original characters for your stand-up comedy act, from brainstorming character origins to developing key life events, motivations, and relationships. You'll also explore character physicality, vocalization, personality traits, and character arc development to fully flesh out your creations.

Featuring insights and guidance from the renowned comedian Bob Nelson, this course offers a unique opportunity to learn from a master of character-driven comedy. With a mix of video lectures, practical exercises, worksheets, and guided examples, this course will provide you with a solid foundation in character development and the confidence to bring your comedic vision to life on stage.

To enhance your learning experience, the course also includes quizzes to test your understanding of the material, as well as a final exam to consolidate your knowledge. Upon successful completion of the final exam, you will be awarded an official certificate of completion, showcasing your mastery of character creation in stand-up comedy.

What you'll learn:

  • How to brainstorm and create diverse, unique character origins
  • Developing key life events, motivations, desires, and fears for your characters
  • Crafting dynamic relationships between characters to enhance your act
  • Exploring character physicality, vocalization, and personality traits to create distinct, memorable characters
  • Building a character arc that demonstrates growth and evolution over time
  • Writing engaging comedy scenes that showcase your characters' personalities and interactions
  • Gaining feedback and refining your characters for improved performance
  • Successfully completing quizzes and a final exam to earn an official certificate of completion

Who this course is for:

  • Aspiring comedians looking to develop original characters for their stand-up comedy acts
  • Experienced performers seeking to expand their repertoire and enhance their character creation skills
  • Writers and actors interested in exploring character development for comedy

Enroll in the Stand-Up Comedy Character Creation Masterclass with Bob Nelson today, and unlock your potential as a comedic storyteller! Please note that all sales are final.

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Course content

videoWelcome1 m 58 s Start
videoWhat You'll Need1 m 1 s Start
videoAbout Bob Nelson1 m 21 s Start
videoMeet Your Instructor57 s Start
videoTaking This Course5 m Start
videoResources Start
videoIntroduction2 m 19 s Start
videoCharacters In Stand Up3 m 22 s Start
videoStereotype Characters3 m 34 s Start
videoExaggerated Characters3 m 38 s Start
videoFictional Characters3 m 40 s Start
videoBob Nelson On Character Development12 m 42 s Start
videoSection Quiz6 m 30 s Start
videoResources Start
videoCharacter Origins Brainstorming Exercise3 m 25 s Start
videoCharacter Origins Brainstorming Worksheet Start
videoBob Nelson On Brainstorming7 m 37 s Start
videoIntroduction2 m 37 s Start
videoUnleashing Your Creativity4 m 32 s Start
videoUsing Physicality5 m 12 s Start
videoBob Nelson On Physicality6 m 35 s Start
videoUsing Vocalization5 m 18 s Start
videoBob Nelson On Vocalization4 m 54 s Start
videoUsing Back Story5 m 44 s Start
videoUsing Personality Traits4 m 57 s Start
videoBob Nelson On Strengths Vs. Flaws4 m 51 s Start
videoUsing Relationships5 m 39 s Start
videoBob Nelson On Finding Balance4 m 36 s Start
videoSection Quiz6 m 30 s Start
videoResources Start
videoBob Nelson On Relationship Dynamics3 m 46 s Start
videoIn-Depth Character Development Exercise3 m 18 s Start
videoIn-Depth Character Development Worksheet Start
videoBob Nelson On Character Arcs8 m 27 s Start
videoIntroduction1 m 49 s Start
videoTechniques and Devices3 m 47 s Start
videoTiming5 m 48 s Start
videoWordplay5 m 17 s Start
videoCallbacks5 m 11 s Start
videoRunning Gags5 m 8 s Start
videoSatire and Parody5 m 8 s Start
videoSection Quiz6 m 30 s Start
videoBob Nelson On Characters7 m 37 s Start
videoResources Start
videoCreating Material For Your Character Exercise2 m 42 s Start
videoCreating Material For Your Character Worksheet Start
videoCharacter Sketch Template Instructions3 m 17 s Start
videoCharacter Sketch Template Start
videoSubmitting Your Video5 m Start
videoBonus Challenge2 m 18 s Start
videoBob Nelson On Feedback5 m 40 s Start
videoContinue Your Journey2 m 53 s Start
videoYou Did It!1 m 38 s Start
certificate

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Subject

Comedy Character Creation

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