# Event Details

- **Event Name**: (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 01:15 pm – Sun, 25 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Develop strong premises, learn about getting work published, and hone your joke writing with 'The Onion' contributor, Colin Stokes.About this EventThis class meets four Sundays in September and October: 9/27, 10/4, 10/18, 10/25 1:15pm - 3pm. That’s two consecutive Sundays, a week break, and then the following two consecutive Sundays. One ticket purchase enrolls you for the length of the session (all four meetings). Class has 15 students max. Sign ups close 9/19.Colin Stokes (The New Yorker, The Onion, McSweeney's) will work with students to develop their ideas and improve their comedy writing skills in short-form humor pieces (under ~700 words). Whether you’re writing a humorous personal essay, copy for your company, or a submission to a magazine, Colin will teach you how to develop strong premises, help hone joke writing from line to line, and offer advice on getting work published.Colin has written dozens of Shouts pieces for The New Yorker while working there as the Associate Cartoon Editor from 2014-2023, and has been a contributor at The Onion for 11 years, writing headlines and timely jokes. In May 2026, he received an MFA from NYU Tisch in screen and TV writing. He is currently the humor editor at Now Voyager magazine. Supplies: Bring a hardbacked notebook or a clipboard and paper for note taking and writing, as well as a pen or pencil of your choice.Students will generate work during this course and receive personal feedback as they develop their material.Dates: 9/27, 10/4, 10/18, 10/25Time: 1:00pm Venue Opens / 1:15pm Class Starts (in downstairs Venue)Enrollment: $330 -- Enrollment cost covers all four classes -- **Limited class size**Ages 21+Please check the FAQ below or contact classes@unionhallny.com with any questions.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brooklyn/class-short-form-humor-writing-with-colin-stokes/100001989156706255
- **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups, comedy, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Age Limit: 21+
  - presented_by: Taught by Colin Stokes
  - Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
  - Location: Union Hall
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 341.9, max: 341.9, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Brooklyn
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Union Hall
- **lat**: 40.6760416
- **long**: -73.98013329999999
- **full address**: Union Hall, 702 Union St., Brooklyn, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes being held?
  - **A:** (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes takes place on Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 01:15 pm to Sun, 25 Oct, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Union Hall, 702 Union St., Brooklyn, United States.
- **Q**: Is there an age restriction for (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes?
  - **A:** (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English.
- **Q**: Who is organizing (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes?
  - **A:** (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes is organized by Union Hall.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Brooklyn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If (CLASS) Short-Form Humor Writing with Colin Stokes sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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