FARMING FOR JOKES: A Midwesterner's Guide for Improv to Sketch Comedy

About this show

Have you always wondered what it takes to write sketch comedy? Are you already an improviser? GREAT NEWS. You are halfway there! That’s right! Writing a sketch is as simple as establishing WHO, WHAT, and WHERE in an improv scene. In this workshop, we will cover the basics of crafting a sketch through play, idea generation, and collaboration. So, bring your funny self and a notebook or laptop, and let’s get started! Katie Wilson is a long-time comedian, director, producer, and educator all over the midwest, and a faculty member at The Second City Training Center (Chicago and virtual), where she teaches improv, sketch, and public speaking for all ages. She was also a 2023 graduate of The Directing Program at The Second City. Currently, Katie is the Executive Producer for Canned Laughter Productions, and is a cast member for Stevie Ray's Improv Comedy in Minnesota. Follow her on instagram @katwilsonmn and visit her website: katwilsonmn.com