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Writing Funny
Writing Funny Circle will explore many aspects of comedy writing – Stand Up, Joke Writing, Script Punch Ups and Comedy Script Writing.
Mentee Criteria
Exp Level:
Student
0-1 year
1-3 years
Ideal mentee has an interest in comedy. From performing Stand Up to developing half hour comedies.
Meeting Times & Dates
Please note: Meeting times and dates are subject to change by your Circle Mentor
Times Per Month: Once per month
Dates: 9/15, 10/13, 11/17, 12/15
Meeting Times: 6:00-8:00pm PST
Circle Leader

Erik Rivera
Since his Late Night debut on the Tonight Show, a recognition that has been a springboard to many comedy greats, Rivera has become a familiar face on television. He’s teamed up with Eva Longoria and Unbelievable Productions with hopes to finally bring a LatinX family sitcom to network television. Rivera also found himself diving into the adult animation world, at the beginning of the year he teamed up with writer Peter Murrieta and sold a project over at Amazon Studios.