WHO WE ARE
During the past 30 years, the Orange County Crazies have become an enviable institution as it remains the longest-running and most prominent organization of it’s kind in the County Of Orange. Based in Santa Ana, California, the O.C. Crazies school and the quality of its classes are unmatched; its student performances crowd-pleasing. Since its inception, it has garnered stellar reviews and a number of awards for its original and creative works, as well as for its unparalleled school of comedy.
Classes include one-day workshops and also evening four-week and six-week (once or twice weekly) courses. most of which culminate in a graduation performance showcase. Children’s workshops are also available. In addition to the OC Crazies lively 78-seat theater at the De Pietro Performance Center, Santa Ana, Calif., the Crazies also now offers a screening room, as well, for fledgling filmmakers who need an affordable venue to show their works.
CLASSES
INTRO TO STAND-UP COMEDY 6 WEEK COURSE: In our introductory Stand-Up Class, students learn to explore their joke and storytelling abilities; they learn to write solid and hard-hitting material; gain skill and technique in delivering their material. Our next 6-week session starts Tuesday and Thursday, January 7 and January 9, 2020; and continues until January 23. The class stages a graduation show before a live audience on a weekend night shortly thereafter.
ALL IMPROV COMEDY WORKSHOP: Starts Tuesday and Thursday, January 28 and 30: From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. We take only 6-8 students and the 6 night course culminates in a weekend show night, public performance for a 7th night. This class usually fills up quickly so sign up soon.
LITTLE CRAZIES WORKSHOP/PERFORMANCE PROGRAM: The Orange County Crazies has cast its members for the “Little Crazies” program which teaches youngsters the basics of improv over a 6-month period and allows them the opportunity to perform twice before a live audience to demonstrate what they have learned. This session is for children 10-13 years of age. Shows are: December 14 and March 28- 2 p.m. matinee. Contact us for the next “Little Crazies” workshop series for teens.
DECEMBER ONE DAY IMPROV CLASSES:
- SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28: Finding the Punchline. Learn how to build a set that builds to hard-hitting finish.
- SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2020: STAND UP/STAND OUT, Learn what sets you apart from the other comics? Join us from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. when we will help you discover your stand up comedy “brand” – in terms of your delivery, your material, and, your style! Standing out takes awareness, creativity, and a thoughtful probe. Join us for this unusual stand up comedy class.
*Class size is limited to 4-6 students. Class size is limited to 6 students and those interested must audition (unless candidates have done prior OC Crazies “Little Crazies” programs/performances). Please contact assistant@occrazies.com for more information or call 714 550-9890.
FOR TICKETS TO ALL SHOWS EMAIL: assistant@occrazies.com with your ticket request and processing. Tickets are $10.
OC Crazies offers gift cards in any amount. A lively class is the perfect gift for a child, relative or friend!
Call (714) 550-9890 or 714 550-9900. email assistant@occrazies.com for more information.
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