COURSE CURRICULUM

The Comedy Arts BFA program at DePaul University offers a focused curriculum designed to develop students into skilled comedic performers, writers, and creators. Coursework includes Stand-up Comedy, where students learn to write, refine, and perform original material in front of live audiences. Introduction to Improvisation builds spontaneity, listening skills, and collaborative performance techniques essential for comedy work.Directing Comedy helps students understand how to shape comedic timing, structure scenes, and guide performances effectively. Physical Comedy emphasizes movement, expression, and visual humor, teaching students how to use the body as a storytelling tool. Artist as Entrepreneur prepares students for the professional world by developing skills in self-promotion, branding, and career management within the entertainment industry.Together, these courses provide a balance of creative performance training and practical industry knowledge, helping students build a strong foundation for careers in stand-up, television writing, improvisation, digital content creation, and live comedy performance.