Writers
Creating Humorous Characters, With Instructor Bob Balmer
Learn how to create and develop humorous characters.
Meeting Times
- Sat, 11/18/2023 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sat, 11/18/2023
Closed
About
Shakespeare created Falstaff. Lily Tomlin created multiple characters. David Sedaris is his own humorous character. So is Nora Ephron. Lena Dunham. Dave Barry. Such characters delight, entertain, inspire, and inform readers.
This class considers a few questions when it comes to creating humorous characters, such as: "Does my character react to life humorously or use humor to navigate life?" "Does the humor provide relief, amusement, or share a truth?" "What actions, speech, likes, dislikes, and mannerisms make a character funny?"
Details
- Skill level: All levels
- Some reading will be suggested (not required) before class
- Please note that this course will be held offsite, at Fire Station 21 -- 8895 Madison Ave, NE, Bainbridge Island WA 98110
Class Policies
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Ages 14 and up are welcome.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy
- View BARN's current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.
Instructors or Guides
Bob Balmer
Bob Balmer’s humorous pieces, stories, and essays have appeared in Smithsonian Magazine, the Seattle Times, the Seattle Weekly, Golf Illustrated, ZYZZYVA, the Oregonian, and other print media. His work has aired on MarketPlace, the Savvy Traveler, and Oregon Public Radio Broadcasting and Television.
