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Become a stand-up comic with PCC non-credit class
Photos and story by James Hill
PORTLAND, Ore. – Whether you’ve always been known as the class clown or just like to make people laugh, now’s your chance to step into the spotlight of stand-up. Join Instructor Eric Severson and Portland Community College to cover the basics of becoming a stand-up comedian in a five-week, non-credit class.
Introduction to Standup Comedy focuses on writing material, performance techniques and tips on becoming a professional standup comic. By the end of class you will have developed a five to seven-minute routine. The class will be held from 6:30 to 9:20 p.m., Thursdays, April 13 through May 18, at the PCC Sylvania Campus, 12000 S.W. 49th Ave. Cost is $29.
For more information contact the PCC Community Education office at 503-731-6642.
About James Hill
James G. Hill, an award-winning journalist and public relations writer, is the Director of Public Relations at Portland Community College. A graduate of Portland State University, James has worked as a section editor for the Newberg Graphic... more »