Unlock the secrets to creating memorable characters and sharp dialogue. Whether you’re writing a sitcom, dramedy, or a feature, you'll learn how to infuse wit and timing into your pages. From character quirks to the art of comedic pacing, instructor Rickey Larke (BLACK-ISH, KENAN & MORE) will teach techniques to help you craft excellent dialogue that lands every time. Perfect for screenwriters looking to elevate their comedy game and create characters audiences won’t forget. Come with your ideas and leave with the tools to make them funny.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR:

Most recently, Rickey Larke joined the writers' room of Steph Curry's mockumentary comedy series "Mr. Throwback" (PEACOCK) as a Supervising Producer, and was a Producer on "Grown-ish" (FREEFORM) and Story Editor on "Kenan" (NBC).

Previously Larke worked on “Black-ish” and in the HBO Programming Department. Larke just completed his second short film, THE BLACK BART OF TACO KING #17, which was included in GOTHAM WEEK’s inaugural US Shorts to Features Program. Larke’s first short film, TINDERBOX finished Top 3 at the Seattle Film Festival and Austin Comedy Shorts Festival and screened at over 20 Film Festivals, internationally.