Pack Theater

Where is the Pack Theater located?

Pack Theater is located at 1615 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027, in the Los Feliz neighborhood. This is the main space where most in-person classes are held.

Do I need to live in Los Angeles to take classes?

No. Several classes are offered fully online via Zoom, including Sketch 1 (Sundays), Sketch 2, Writing a Pilot, Improv Position Play, Voiceover, and all of Stephanie Streisand's one-day TV Pilot and Industry workshops. The Sketch 1 online intensive is also available to students anywhere in the world.

Is there a payment plan available for classes?

Yes. At checkout you can select PayPal Pay in 4 or PayPal Monthly to split your tuition into installments. You can also email [email protected] to discuss a custom payment plan directly.

What level of experience do I need to take classes at Pack Theater?

It depends on the class. Intro to Improv, Sketch 1, Character Workshop, Intro to Clown, Voiceover, Stand-Up, and all Stephanie Streisand workshops require no prior experience. Fearless Scenework, Improv and Acting, and Improv Position Play require some previous improv experience. Sketch 2 requires prior completion of Sketch 1.

Do improv classes at Pack Theater end with a performance?

Yes. All core improv classes — Intro to Improv, Fearless Scenework, and Improv and Acting — culminate in a live performance alongside students from other improv classes at the theater. The Character Workshop also ends with a live audience showcase.

How do I get notified about sold-out classes?

On each sold-out class page at packtheater.com there is a 'Get notified by email when this product is in stock' option. You can also email [email protected] directly to be added to a waitlist.

How much do comedy classes at Pack Theater cost?

Class prices at Pack Theater range from $99 for one-day workshops to $430 for multi-week courses. Most 7- to 8-week classes are priced between $300 and $330. Pack Theater is widely regarded as one of the most affordable comedy schools in Los Angeles.

What types of comedy classes does Pack Theater offer?

Pack Theater offers classes in Improv, Sketch Comedy, Stand-Up, Character Work, Clown, Voiceover, and TV Writing (including pilot writing and industry workshops). Classes are available both in-person in Los Angeles and online via Zoom.