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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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ClassBento money-back guarantee
Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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A: No cancellations or reschedules allowed
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A: 6 x 2 hours, $295 per guest
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Learn stand up comedy in Oak Park with weekly performances and a built in community!
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6 x 2 hours
Oak Park
1 to 10 guests
$295
What you'll do
You don’t need a spotlight to start -- just a seat in the room and a willingness to play! This weekly comedy course in Oak Park is a welcoming, low-pressure way to explore how to get into standup comedy while laughing a lot along the way. You’ll learn how to write standup, break down different joke styles, and understand how to write a joke for stand up that actually sounds like you. Every week, you’ll perform -- even the first one -- but always in a supportive, friendly environment where everyone is learning together.This class is designed to ease nerves, not crank them up. You’re surrounded by people at your level, all figuring out how to write comedy for standup in real time. As the weeks go on, classmates become collaborators, inside jokes pile up, and the room starts to feel like a creative home base. It’s perfect if you want to punch up work presentations, build confidence speaking in front of others, or simply meet new people through something fun and meaningful.Along the way, you’ll get insight into the wider Chicago comedy scene, including how this craft connects to the best Chicago comedy clubs. If you’re looking for memorable things to do near Chicago, this class offers structure, community, and a reason to look forward to your week -- plus a few new laughs you didn’t know you had in you!
What you'll get
- Weekly live performance experience starting week one
- Knowledge of different joke types and how they work!
- Practice performing jokes in front of others
- Stronger social connection with classmates at a similar level
Knowledge required
All skill levels are welcome!
What to bring
- A smile and an open mind!
- Enthusiasm to learn
Session repeats
This class series runs over 6 consecutive sessions, at the same time every week.
Your teacher
Comedy Plex Comedy Club sits tucked into the lower level at 1128 Lake Street in downtown Oak Park, Illinois, and it’s become a cheerful hub of live comedy and creative community! With a cozy, upbeat atmosphere and a lineup of headliners, open-mic nights, showcases, and touring comedians, the space pulses with laughter and good vibes every week. Locals and visitors alike love the lively crowd, friendly staff, and easy-going vibe -- whether you’re settling in for a Thursday night showcase or enjoying a weekend headliner. Reviews highlight the club as a “hidden gem, ” a place to laugh with friends, make new ones, and soak in comedy from up-and-coming as well as seasoned performers.Comedy Plex can be about more than just watching comedy -- it’s also about learning to create it yourself with a range of inviting classes designed for all ages and experience levels! Its Training Center and class offerings include stand-up basics and beyond, beginner stand-up sessions culminating in a graduation show, kids’ stand-up classes that help younger performers find their voice, and specialty sessions like women-focused stand-up workshops. Through these classes, students write jokes, build confidence on stage, learn improvisation, and connect with a supportive community of fellow comedy lovers. Whether someone dreams of being on stage or simply wants to grow confidence and have fun, Comedy Plex’s classes offer a warm, encouraging place to do just that -- all with plenty of laughs along the way!
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