Life Can Be Heavy, Learn to Lighten Up
Stand-up comedy is scary. Standing in front of stranger expecting them to laugh at your innermost thoughts and your art.But on the other side of all of that fear is power. Humor comes from tragedy, pain, and discomfort.You can use the tools you learn in comedy to set boundaries, speak up for yourself, and heal others. You never know whose medicine you're carrying and who can be inspired by your truth.Comedian & Writer Christian Cintron teaches you not just the basics of joke writing and comedy performance but how to use these tools for self-empowerment.You express long repressed emotions, speak more authoritatively, and conquer fears like public speaking and social anxiety.This class gives you a toolkit to speak your truth in a way that's not just digestible but can spread joy.We can all afford to better manage our energy, boundaries, mood, and mindset. Why not doing while you laugh?Learn to:
*Pivot your perspective from negative self-talk
*Become a stronger, more dynamic public speaker or performer
*Turn trauma into treasure by rewriting your story and how you feel about it
*Make more mental and emotional space not just on stage but in life
*Talk about edgy or tense topics with confidence and grace
*Navigate the line of edgy and offensive humor WITHOUT getting canceled
*Dive "deep" emotionally and get vulnerable without killing the vibe
*Enjoy the value of bulleted lists
How Does It Work?
Part comedy part life coaching, Christian will coach you about your material, delivery, performance skills but also your life.You'll read through 4 workbooks that guide you through the process when you're not in class.Get in-depth feedback and an opportunity to talk through your material as Christian pushes you to dive deeper, be more assertive and explore vulnerability all while punching up your jokes.Over time, we'll explore what these jokes mean to you emotionally, dissect how you talk about yourself, explore some of the traumatic origin stories and rewrite the script. and work on boosting your confidence and optimism.Classes Available via Zoom, Google Meet or Skype or in-person in the Los Angeles area
Programs
4 Week Program
Each class comes with a comprehensive workbook that covers the theme of class.Week 1: Joke Writing
Learn the ins and outs of joke structure.
What are the parts of a joke?
What are the different types of punchlines and styles of humor?Week 2: Comedy Performance
Who are you on stage?
What do people think about you when you get on stage?
What are different performance styles?
How can you handle hecklers?**Week 3: Stand Up 4 Yourself **
See stand-up comedy through a social lens:How do your jokes look coming from you?
What is the line of edgy and offensive humor and how do you cross it without alienating people? What are the characteristics of white supremacy culture and how are they at play in comedy?
How is comedy a defense mechanism?Week 4: Stand Up 4 Your Power
See stand-up comedy through a holistic lens:
How do you find joy through laughing at life?
How can you make more mental and emotional space to have more patience, grace, and a better attitude?
How can you use the way you write joke to reframe negative thoughts and traumatic stories?
How can expressing yourself on-stage teach you how to speak your truth off-stage?
How can you better stay present as a performer?
Are depression and anxiety your comfort zone?The 4-week program is $375 for four classes.
The Stand Up 4 Your Power Integration Coaching Program
In this expanded program, you'll take the time to deep-dive into the material and how you can use the Stand Up 4 Your Power method in your life.In 12 one-on-one 90-minute sessions Christian will help you work on shifting negative patterns in your life and encourage your growth while finding the funny in lifePriced at $400/per month.
Venmo, Paypal, Zelle, and Cashapp accepted.Email Christian to schedule a session or if you have any questions. (click the envelope icon below).
About Christian
Christian Cintron is a jack-of-all-trades and master of fun. He’s a writer, comedian, actor, and spiritualist. He recently starred in the Laugh Proud comedy special now streaming. He teaches stand-up comedy at The Rodney Dangerfield Institute at Los Angeles City College which is committed to making comedy education widely accessible.His writing has appeared in Backstage,Hollywood.com, Queerty, The Authentic Gay, and Ranker to name a few. He’s a graduate of Vassar College, The Second City: Hollywood, and iO West.
Buy The Book
If you're curious and not ready to sign up purchase a workbook via Amazon Kindle or PDF.Book 1: Joke WritingBook 2: PerformanceBook 3: Stand Up 4 Yourself aka How to Write Jokes that Won't Get You CanceledBook 4: Stand Up 4 Your Power: Coming Soon