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Greg Dean’s Level 1: How to Build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine

Greg Dean’s Level 1: How to Build a Stand-Up Comedy Routine

Learn Stand-Up Comedy From the Professor of Stand-Up Comedy Himself

If you’ve ever wanted to make people laugh on stage, Greg Dean’s Level 1 stand-up comedy course is your first step. Over six weeks, you’ll learn how to write original setups, punchlines, and tags using Greg Dean’s Joke Prospector Writing System — the only method that takes you from a blank page to a complete, audience-ready joke.

Whether you join in-person in Santa Monica or live on Zoom, you’ll get the exact same training from Greg Dean or his certified instructors in a fun, supportive environment.

Course Formats & Pricing

🎭 In-Person – Santa Monica Playhouse

  • Learn in a real comedy venue. 

  • Receive direct feedback from Greg Dean or certified coaches.


💻 Live Zoom – Anywhere in the World

  • Interactive classes with live feedback and coaching

  • Same curriculum as the in-person class

What You’ll Learn in Level 1

  • How to write setups that spark the audience’s imagination

  • How to write punchlines that surprise and make them laugh

  • How to add tags to extend the laughter

  • How to create one-liners, observational jokes, political jokes, and funny storytelling routines

  • How to perform a polished 3–5 minute stand-up routine

  • How to gain confidence in front of any audience, from open mics to comedy clubs


Why Greg Dean’s Level 1 Class Works

Greg Dean is the Professor of Stand-Up Comedy, author of Step by Step to Stand-Up Comedy, and creator of the Joke Prospector Writing System. His methods are used by comedians all over the world to write better jokes, faster, and perform them with confidence.

This isn’t a “just get up and try” class — it’s a step-by-step system that teaches you the craft of stand-up comedy from the ground up.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is Greg Dean’s Level 1 Stand-Up Comedy Course?

It’s a 6-week beginner-friendly stand-up comedy class where you learn how to write setups, punchlines, and tags using a proven system. You’ll leave with your own 3–5 minute routine ready to perform. Everyone starts here, it may be beginner friendly, but it is also for comedians of all levels.

Q2: Where is the in-person class held?

At the Santa Monica Playhouse in California — a real working comedy venue. Here’s the address: 1211 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Q3: What will I learn?

You’ll learn how to write original setups, punchlines, and tags; craft one-liners, observational jokes, political jokes, and funny stories; and deliver them with confidence.

Q4: Is it available online and & how does that work?

Yes. The Live Zoom version lets you join from anywhere in the world and get real-time feedback from Greg Dean or Gayla Johnson as well as other certified instructors. After you have paid for the class on the website, you’ll be sent instructions on how to complete the sign up process and receive the zoom link to the class. Be certain to check your email, including your spam folder. If you do not find any emails from us, reach out to info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com so that we can help you.

Q5: Who is Greg Dean?

Greg Dean is a world-renowned stand-up comedy teacher, author, and coach. His students have gone on to perform on TV, in comedy clubs, and at festivals worldwide. You can read his complete bio here.

Q6: Who is Gayla Johnson

Gayla is a well-known comedian and actress, as well as a Greg Dean certified instructor of the Greg Dean Method. In addition to her acting career, she’s performed in comedy clubs all over the world. You can read her complete bio here.

Q7: How long is the course?

Six (6) consecutive weeks, with each class period a total of 3 hours.

Q8: Can beginners join?

Yes — no prior comedy experience is required. BUT, this is also the class for comedians of all levels. Every student who wishes to learn the Greg Dean Method must take this class before moving onto Level 2. This is the class that gets comedians grounded in the skills and techniques that they’ll need to succeed in the Level 2 class.

Q9: How do I sign up?

Simply choose the class you want (either online or in person) on the top right of this page and complete the checkout process. You’ll get instructions on what to do next. If you don’t contact info@gregdeanstandupcomedyclasses.com for help.

Ready to Take the Mic?

Don’t just dream about doing stand-up comedy — learn the exact skills to make people laugh every time. Choose your format and start your comedy journey today.📅 Enroll now!

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MeetYour Instructors

Greg Dean
The Professor of Stand Up Comedy
Gayla Johnson
Certified Greg Dean Instructor
Greg Dean, the Professor of Stand-Up Comedy, is the author of the international bestseller, Step-by-Step to Stand Up Comedy. It’s now sold in six different languages. Creator of the original Joke Structure technique. Greg Dean has been teaching stand up comedy for over 40 years and is a true innovator in the field of stand-up comedy education, having launched the first stand-up comedy school in the world.
Gayla Johnson is a well-known talented actress and Stand-up Comedian, appearing on Comedy Central, Comics Unleashed, and Showtime Special, “Fierce Funny Women, Headlining at the comedy store Improv, Ice House Comedy Club and Laugh Factory. She toured London and Montreal comedy clubs. She’s also toured many west coast comedy clubs, such as Laugh Out Loud, Rooster T. Feathers, Laughs Unlimited, and Santa Barbara Comedy Club.

Two Ways to Learn

Zoom

Gayla Johnson teaches over Zoom on Thursday afternoon from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm PST. Zoom links and documentation will be sent to you prior to your first class. Please look for this email from us 1 to 3 days before your class starts.

In-Person

Greg Dean teaches at the Santa Monica Playhouse on Tuesday nights from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm PST.

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