🎤Try stand-up. Meet funny people. Have a great time. Whether you want to get started in stand-up, work on life skills, or just have fun — we got your back! Payment plans available.

In this 6 week, beginner focused, online course you’ll learn how to turn your ideas into jokes, build a short set, and feel more comfortable on stage. You’ll work with a Crossroads instructor who’s active in the business and knows how to help you get started. The vibe is supportive, relaxed, and fun. You’ll meet other people who are trying something new too, so you can write, laugh, and cheer each other on.

❓Doing this for the fun and challenge?

We got your back! If you are looking to tackle a bucket list, do something creative, try something new, or just schedule some fun without leaving the house, this class is a great place to start. 

💻This is a live online class, not a pre-recorded, one-size-fits-all video. Crossroads Comedy Theater’s growing catalog of online comedy arts courses are not pre-recorded, one-size-fits-all videos. Our courses are taught by real, live humans who actually do the stuff they are teaching you. They will work with you to make sure you understand the material and improve throughout the course. We know not everyone can make it to one of our in-person classes in Philadelphia or Indianapolis, so let us come to you!

🗓️ WHEN
Mondays | 7/20 - 8/24 | 7:00pm - 9:00pm
6 Week Course | No Skipped Dates

💻 ONLINE
This is an online class conducted via Zoom.

💵 TUITION
Early Enrollment: $179 - Save $50 through Sunday, July 5th!
Regular Enrollment: $229

🎭 ONLINE CLASS PERFORMANCE
Saturday, August 31st @ 7:30pm (Call time 7pm)

💳 PAYMENT PLANS
Want to split your tuition into smaller payments? We got your back! We offer a simple 4-payment plan spread over six weeks, so there's no need to pay it all up front. Choose “Pay With Payment Plan” at checkout.  Please note: All payment plans include processing fees.
➡️ Installment Plan: Four payments over 6 weeks. Option ends with early enrollment deadline.
➡️ Split Plan: Pay 50% now and 50% in one month.
➡️ Flex Plan: Miss the installment plan window or need a bit more flexibility? We also offer payment plans through AfterPay by request. Email [email protected] for details.

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING:
"Alyssa is clearly connected to the content they teach. It shines through and they go out of their way to make sure each student feels seen. Their feedback is honest and constructive. Their curriculum is effective. All good things to say! I laughed so much and learned so much!"

"The concepts were broken down well, I appreciated Alyssa's explanation of organizing material within the set and as a comedian.."

"Alyssa is very good with teaching Stand-up. She prepares you on a more cerebral level. It is more academic to me and she know how to break down concepts to draw you in to have better comprehension. It works because it prepares you for the field as well."

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR Alyssa Al-Dookhi (they/them) is a Kuwaiti American comedian, writer and game show host living in Philadelphia. Al-Dookhi explores the themes of race, gender and the immigrant experience through their exuberant, theatrical performances. Alyssa’s mission is to create spaces for marginalized artists to flourish. They are the official Person of Comedy at YallaPunk, a writer and production manager at First Person Arts, a writer for Abortion Access Front’s live show “Feminist Buzzkills Live” with Daily Show Co-Creator Lizz Winstead. They co-host and produce the podcast “Make Up or Break Up.”

Previously, Al-Dookhi co-produced and hosted the hit comedy game show “Eat Your Beats!” at Philadelphia’s Good Good Comedy Theatre. Alyssa was a finalist in Helium Comedy Club’s Philly’s Phunniest contest and a featured performer and judge at the Women in Comedy Festival presented by HBO. They have performed with Emma Willmann, Jimmy O. Yang, Sydnee Washington, Josh Gondelman, Moshe Kasher, and Phoebe Robinson. Alyssa has worked at Helium Comedy Club, Asylum NYC and has headlined at Punch Line Philly. In 2020 Alyssa was featured twice on Netflix as a contestant on the karaoke competition show ‘Sing On!’ with Tituss Burgess, and as a warm-up comic for 'Queer Eye.' Follow them @thedookness.

📲CONNECT WITH US!
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💳 PAYMENT OPTIONS
Want to split your tuition into smaller payments? We’ve got options! At checkout, select “Pay With Payment Plan” to see available plans, which may include splitting tuition into 3 or 4 smaller payments. Please note for Improv 1, all tuition must be paid by the first class. Please note: all payment plans may include processing fees.We may also be able to offer AfterPay by request. This option allows you to enroll and continue making payments during the course. Since AfterPay is arranged manually, please email [email protected] before registering if you’d like to use it. 

CLASS BUNDLE DISCOUNT
Taking two or more classes in the same session? You may be eligible for 15% off your total enrollment! This discount applies to the regular enrollment price of our core program classes in improv, comedy writing, musical improv, and stand-up. To use the discount, email [email protected] with the classes you’d like to take, and we’ll send you an invoice. Invoices can also include a payment plan option, allowing you to split your enrollment into two or more installments.

REFER A FRIEND AND EARN A BONUS!
Bring a friend along for the fun! If you refer someone to one of our intro classes, and they enroll, you’ll each receive a $25 Crossroads Comedy Theater gift card good toward future classes or shows. Intro classes are classes with a “1” in the title, such as Improv 1, Writing 1, Musical Improv 1, or Stand-Up 1. Once they enroll, email [email protected] and CC the person you referred, or the person who referred you. We’ll issue the gift cards within a few days after the class begins.

CODE OF CONDUCT
It boils down to this: Treat people with respect. We do not tolerate hateful, discriminatory, or disruptive behavior. Behavior that is racist, misogynist, ableist, homophobic, transphobic, ageist, or any other unacceptable behavior not here mentioned will result in removal from the class. We strive to be inclusive of all experiences. We are always learning and aim to keep the class safe and respectful for everyone. The use of recreational drugs, illegal drugs, and/or alcohol is not permitted during class. The use of substances in class or the impact of prior usage exhibited in disruptive ways in class may result in your removal from class. For full details of this policy, please review the FAQ on the Classes page.

REFUND POLICY
All Crossroads Comedy Theater class sales are final. Please review all class dates, performance dates, policies, etc before enrolling. For full details of this policy, please review the FAQ on the Classes page. 

CROSSROADS @ WORK
Improv is not just for individuals. Organizations of all shapes and sizes partner with Crossroads to instill imperative business skills. Our customized applied improv workshops give you and your coworkers a chance to examine personal and group dynamics, focusing on practical skills like listening, sharing, leadership, being bold, conflict resolution, and working as a team. Our workshops are perfect for any group. Whether you are marketing professionals, sales teams, nonprofit volunteers, lawyers, c-level executives doctors, layers, doctorlawyers, lawoctors, nurses, athletes, circus clowns, and everything in between. Call us today and let us show you how we can help your team. Crossroads is also available to come to your for a one of a kind performance! Check out our business improv page for more information.

PRIVATE PERFORMANCES
Crossroads is now available to come to your organization or gathering for a special performance! Stand-up, improv, storytelling, or a mix of that and more are on the table for your event. Our most popular option makes you and your guests the star of the show! Three to five of your guests will tell stories that will inspire the hilarious scenes to follow. It's part tribute, part roast, and all in good fun. Imagine an anniversary party where people tell stories about the couple that are then used to create a hilarious, heart warming, and inspiring show just for you and your guests. That's the power of what we can do. Check out our hire us page for more information.