LEVEL: Intermediate - previous Stand-Up experience recommended

The Business of Stand-Up Workshop is designed to equip aspiring comedians with the tools to navigate the professional side of comedy. Participants will learn the essentials of the standup business, beginning with "Comedy as a Business" and a simplified guide to becoming a working comedian. Additionally, the session provides a step-by-step guide to securing bookings in a competitive industry. You'll learn about the roles of agents and managers, and strategies to build a loyal following in the standup scene. The realities of making a living from comedy, including the ups and downs, are also discussed, along with tips for managing nerves and staying focused. The session concludes with professional codes for comedy business success and some actionable homework to help kickstart your career.

This class is one (1) two hour session. The instructor is Mike Lukas. All sales are final. Classes are non-refundable. All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate. 

LEVEL: All Levels

Want to know how to approach open-mics like a pro? This workshop is right for you! Some things we will cover:

• How to maximize your time
• Creating your set list
• Stage presence
• General etiquette
• How to host a great mic

This class is one (1) two hour session. The instructor is TBD. All sales are final. Classes are non-refundable. All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate.

LEVEL: All Levels

Are you improv-curious? This improv sampler platter will whet your appetite! Explore the core concepts of improvisation, learn the difference between long form and short form, and have a ton of fun in the process!

This class is one (1) two hour session. The instructor is TBD. All sales are final. Classes are non-refundable. All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate.

4-Week Course + Grad Show
Sundays, 1:00-4:00pm
January 4th to January 25th, 2026

Have you taken both Level One and Level Two Stand-Up at DCC, but you miss the experience of pitching jokes and getting feedback on a weekly basis? Chances are you do! This course is designed for students who have completed Level Two and still want instructor feedback. The class will not include lectures or lessons, and will focus entirely on writing jokes to pitch. If you're looking for accountability to keep you writing, or simply miss having a weekly hang with your classmates, you'll love this class!

This class is four weekly sessions running from January 4th to February 22nd, 2026. The instructor is TBD.

CLASS DATES: SUNDAYS FROM 1-4PM, 1/4/26 – 1/25/26
GRAD SHOW DATE: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1ST. TIME: 9:00PM.

Class Registration is Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable:

Due to our small class sizes, your registration secures a spot that can't be offered to others. For this reason, payments are non-refundable and non-transferable (except in extenuating circumstances), and can only be applied to the current term’s class.

This policy still applies if your schedule changes due to a new job, show casting, or other commitments. Please confirm your availability before registering.

As a small business, we truly appreciate your support and understanding—refunds also incur fees on our end, so we aim to avoid them when possible.

All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate.

8-Week Course + Final Grad Show
Sundays, 1-4PM
January 4th to February 22nd, 2026

There’s nothing more exhilarating, exciting, and confidence boosting than performing stand up comedy! It can be intimidating, sure, but with the right guidance and instruction, it’s something that anyone can do. This goal-oriented course will get you up onstage doing stand up for the first time with confidence, joy, and an itch to keep coming back for more! You will emerge from this class with disciplined writing tools, informative personal feedback and important advice, and a solid 5-7 minute set that you’ll be eager to share with the world.

This class is eight weekly sessions running from January 4th to February 22nd, 2026. The instructor is TBD.

CLASS DATES: SUNDAYS FROM 1-4PM, 1/4/26 – 2/22/26
GRAD SHOW DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 1st. TIME: TBD.

Class Registration is Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable:

Due to our small class sizes, your registration secures a spot that can't be offered to others. For this reason, payments are non-refundable and non-transferable (except in extenuating circumstances), and can only be applied to the current term’s class.

This policy still applies if your schedule changes due to a new job, show casting, or other commitments. Please confirm your availability before registering.

As a small business, we truly appreciate your support and understanding—refunds also incur fees on our end, so we aim to avoid them when possible.

All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate.

8-Week Course + Final Grad Show
Mondays, 7:00 – 10:00 pm
January 5th – March 2nd, 2026

Prerequisite: Level One Stand-Up

You wrote and performed a five minute set in front of a live audience! You rock! Whether you’re doing open mics, booking shows, or even submitting for festivals, it is imperative to have a well developed set that can be delivered with confidence and ease. Students will receive personalized feedback with a focus on stage presence, storytelling, and joke set up. This class focuses on advanced topics including crowd work, hecklers, marketing yourself, and more! Students will emerge from this class feeling confident and ready to take on bigger shows.

This class is eight weekly sessions running from January 5th, 2026 to March 2nd, 2026. The instructor is TBD.

CLASS DATES: MONDAYS FROM 7-10PM, 1/5/26 – 3/2/26
GRAD SHOW DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 8TH. TIME: TBD.

Class Registration is Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable:

Due to our small class sizes, your registration secures a spot that can't be offered to others. For this reason, payments are non-refundable and non-transferable (except in extenuating circumstances), and can only be applied to the current term’s class.

This policy still applies if your schedule changes due to a new job, show casting, or other commitments. Please confirm your availability before registering.

As a small business, we truly appreciate your support and understanding—refunds also incur fees on our end, so we aim to avoid them when possible.

All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate.

8-Week Course + Final Grad Show
Tuesdays, 7:00PM-10:00PM
January 6th to Febraury 24th, 2026

There’s nothing more exhilarating, exciting, and confidence boosting than performing stand up comedy! It can be intimidating, sure, but with the right guidance and instruction, it’s something that anyone can do. This goal-oriented course will get you up onstage doing stand up for the first time with confidence, joy, and an itch to keep coming back for more! You will emerge from this class with disciplined writing tools, informative personal feedback and important advice, and a solid 5-7 minute set that you’ll be eager to share with the world.

This class is eight weekly sessions running from January 6th to February 24th, 2026. The instructor is TBD.

CLASS DATES: TUESDAYS FROM 7-10PM, 1/6/26 – 2/24/26
GRAD SHOW DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 1st. TIME: TBD.

Class Registration is Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable:

Due to our small class sizes, your registration secures a spot that can't be offered to others. For this reason, payments are non-refundable and non-transferable (except in extenuating circumstances), and can only be applied to the current term’s class.

This policy still applies if your schedule changes due to a new job, show casting, or other commitments. Please confirm your availability before registering.

As a small business, we truly appreciate your support and understanding—refunds also incur fees on our end, so we aim to avoid them when possible.

All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate.

8-Week Course + Final Grad Show
Sundays, 4-7PM
February 1st to March 22nd, 2026

There’s nothing more exhilarating, exciting, and confidence boosting than performing stand up comedy! It can be intimidating, sure, but with the right guidance and instruction, it’s something that anyone can do. This goal-oriented course will get you up onstage doing stand up for the first time with confidence, joy, and an itch to keep coming back for more! You will emerge from this class with disciplined writing tools, informative personal feedback and important advice, and a solid 5-7 minute set that you’ll be eager to share with the world.

This class is eight weekly sessions running from February 1st to March 22nd, 2026. The instructor is TBD.

CLASS DATES: SUNDAYS FROM 1-4PM, 2/1/26 – 3/22/26
GRAD SHOW DATE: SUNDAY, MARCH 29TH. TIME: TBD.

Class Registration is Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable:

Due to our small class sizes, your registration secures a spot that can't be offered to others. For this reason, payments are non-refundable and non-transferable (except in extenuating circumstances), and can only be applied to the current term’s class.

This policy still applies if your schedule changes due to a new job, show casting, or other commitments. Please confirm your availability before registering.

As a small business, we truly appreciate your support and understanding—refunds also incur fees on our end, so we aim to avoid them when possible.

All students must adhere to policies in the Dallas Comedy Club Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll and participate.