Alan Cross went above and beyond in this course, helping us whip our comedy into shape for a real, live show. As a result, our sketches got a lot of laughs when the actors performed them in front of an audience. There wasn't a dry seat in the house. -- Tom Carter

"Alan Cross is a witty and welcoming instructor who truly wants his students to get their fingers good and messy in the many different pies available to those looking to write comedy for TV." -- Paul Hagen, associate editor, Metrosource Magazine

"The seminar covered all bases, from joke structure and delivery to getting a job and expected salary. I found Alan refreshingly easy-going, encouraging, supportive, helpful, and honest. Some of the material that was provided was real news headlines that we were encouraged to develop into jokes. Imagine my surprise and pleasure at seeing some of those exact headlines used in last Saturday's Saturday Night Live Weekend Update! Receiving timely info like that and seeing it come to life rocked!" -- Jennifer Anderson, freelancer

"This was a great way to get started writing for television. Alan covered the basics of joke writing to give everyone confidence, and then explained how to use this ability to break into a business that seems very intimidating. This was all new to me, and I found the class very rewarding and inspiring." -- Eric Kabakoff, research manager, ABC

"Alan is a gifted comedy writer as well as an equally gifted instructor. His enthusiasm for his craft is contagious! As an experienced network television news writer with a passion for comedy (former stand-up comedian), I was hoping to learn the "formula" behind effective comedy writing. After taking this course, Alan's instruction and encouragement has provided the impetus for what I'm hoping will be an effective career transition." -- Matt Nelko, Broadcast Producer, CBS News