All of my books are available free via Kindle Unlimited and inexpensive via Amazon Kindle and paperback. All of these books are written with my students, colleague and clients in mind. Perhaps we can save time in classes as these books replace hours of me babbling “wisdom”.
Empower yourself using comedy to develop your creative, community and leadership skills! Learning and performing comedy in any form – stand-up, sketch, improvisation, develops self-confidence, creativity – critical thinking and creative writing, listening, focus, public speaking and more. We use comedy to teach corporate and school groups team, leadership, sales and service.
Our Rule #1: HAVE FUN but never at another’s expense.
Every time you get on stage you conquer your fears juts a little more. Every time you hide in the corner, that gets easier too.
This is series will include books on all forms of comedy. Great for complete beginners and those looking to for new techniques to freshen their approach to the comedy world. You probably will never become a house hold name – although we dare you to prove us wrong and be the biggest star ever, but simply learning and performing comedy on any level can be a ton of fun and an amazing self enrichment process.
Ignite Your Team’s Potential with Improv Comedy: A Practical Guide for Building Stronger Teams, Better Leaders, and Winning Business Strategies
Tired of the same old team-building activities? Ready to unlock the hidden talents and creative potential within your team? Look no further than the power of improv comedy!
In this engaging and practical guide, you’ll discover how the principles of improv – like “Yes, And…”, active listening, and collaboration – can transform your workplace into a more dynamic, innovative, and fun environment.
What’s Inside:
Unleash the Power of Play: Discover why improv comedy is a serious tool for business success.
Build Stronger Teams: Learn fun and effective improv games and exercises to foster trust, communication, and collaboration.
Develop Exceptional Leaders: Uncover the secrets of improv leaders and learn how to apply these skills to your own leadership style.
Elevate Sales and Customer Service: Master improv techniques to build rapport, handle objections, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
Integrate Improv into Everyday Work: Get practical tips for incorporating improv into your meetings, presentations, and team interactions.
Why Choose This Book:
Practical and Actionable: Packed with exercises, case studies, and real-world examples to help you apply improv principles immediately.
Engaging and Fun: Written in a lively and accessible style, this book will entertain and educate you at the same time.
Proven Results: Discover how companies like Google, Pixar, and Southwest Airlines have used improv to transform their teams and achieve greater success.
Who Should Read This Book:
HR Professionals
Team Leaders and Managers
Sales and Customer Service Professionals
Anyone seeking to improve communication, collaboration, and creativity in the workplace.
Whether you’re a seasoned improviser or new to the concept, this book will show you how to harness the power of play to create a more dynamic, innovative, and successful workplace. Get ready to say “Yes, And…” to a brighter future for your team and your business!
Get “Improv for Business Success,” for more tips, exercises, and case studies on how to harness the power of improv in your workplace! Just $2.99 via Kindle and FREE via Kindle unlimited!!!
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The New York Improv Theater is a one stop edutainment center for corporate team building, office / holiday parties and more. Our comedy shows and workshops deliver high impact results. Clients include Google, Mercedes Benz, META /Facebook, TikTok, JP Morgan Chase, Accenture, Morgan Stanley, Twitter, Roblox, Rimowa, EI Digital, Accenture, Datadog HQ, Milbank, BING/Microsoft, Band of America – Merrill Lynch, Home Depot, Ernst & Young, Johnson & Johnson, Louis Vuitton, Coach, UBS, BDO, AMEX, Master Card, Macy’s, 360i, IBM, GM, Kraft, UNILEAVER, HBO, Prudential, Convene, Conference Board and many more… (NYC DOE VENDORS)
Calling all teen comedy enthusiasts! Are you ready to step into the spotlight and create hilarious sketch comedy that will have audiences rolling in the aisles? Join Walt Frasier, author of the acclaimed “Sketch Comedy” guidebook, for an immersive and engaging Sketch Comedy Class designed specifically for teens.
Why Sketch Comedy?
Sketch comedy is a collaborative and creative art form that fosters teamwork, quick thinking, and comedic storytelling. Through writing, performing, and producing original sketches, teens will:
Boost Creative Writing: Learn to develop characters, dialogue, and scenarios that spark laughter.
Enhance Acting Skills: Explore different personalities and bring comedic characters to life.
Collaborate with Peers: Build teamwork and communication skills while working together on sketches.
Develop Improvisation Abilities: Think on your feet and adapt to unexpected situations with humor.
Build Confidence: Gain the courage to perform in front of an audience and share your comedic vision.
Our Sketch Comedy Classes
Our classes, held at our convenient Times Square theaters, provide a safe and supportive space for teens to unleash their creativity and explore the world of sketch comedy. With Walt Frasier’s expert guidance and mentorship, participants will learn the fundamentals of sketch writing, acting, directing, and production.
NYC DOE Vendor
As a proud NYC DOE vendor, we offer customized workshops and residencies for schools and organizations. Bring the laughter and learning to your students with our engaging and impactful sketch comedy programs.
About Walt Frasier
Walt Frasier is a seasoned comedian, actor, writer, and educator with a wealth of experience in the entertainment industry. He has authored several books on comedy, including the acclaimed “Sketch Comedy” guidebook, and has performed and taught improv and sketch comedy to audiences of all ages. Walt’s passion for empowering young people to express themselves through comedy makes his classes an unforgettable and inspiring experience.
Don’t Miss Out!
If you’re a teen looking to ignite your comedic spark, collaborate with other creative minds, and create hilarious sketches, sign up for Walt Frasier’s Sketch Comedy Class today. Unleash your inner comedian and let the laughter roll!
TIMES SQUARE CLASSES Saturdays 10am September thru May ( 3-4 eight week sessions), Summer Camp runs 8-10 weeks end of June thru Labor Day. $300/session $2100 unlimited access for 1 year.
NYC DOE VENDORS – Improv Theater LLC – We host student groups at our Times Square NYC theater and tour k12 schools, community centers and family events DC to BOSTON and beyond.
MASTER CLASS WORKSHOP includes 20 paperback copies of the Sketch Comedy Workshop and a 2 hour master class with Walt Frasier. $500.
RESIDENCY includes 20 hours of classes with Walt Frasier and his team. $3000.
Attention all aspiring teen comedians! Are you ready to unleash your inner funny bone and take the stage by storm? Look no further than the transformative Stand-Up Comedy Workshops led by the renowned comedian and improv extraordinaire, Walt Frasier.
Why Stand-Up Comedy?
Stand-up comedy is more than just telling jokes – it’s an art form that develops essential life skills. Through crafting and delivering original material, teens will:
Boost Creative Writing: Learn to turn everyday experiences into hilarious punchlines.
Master Public Speaking: Gain confidence and charisma while addressing an audience.
Enhance Social Skills: Connect with others through laughter and shared experiences.
Build Self-Confidence: Overcome stage fright and express yourself authentically.
Develop Social Emotional Learning: Understand and navigate emotions through humor.
Our Workshops and Residencies
Walt Frasier’s workshops and residencies offer a supportive and encouraging environment for teens to explore their comedic potential. With expert guidance and personalized feedback, participants will learn the fundamentals of stand-up comedy, from joke writing and timing to stage presence and audience interaction.
Free Stand-Up Comedy Workbook
As an added bonus, all workshop and residency participants will receive a free copy of Walt Frasier’s acclaimed “Stand-Up Comedy Workbook.” This comprehensive guide provides valuable tips, exercises, and insights to help aspiring comedians hone their craft and develop their unique comedic voice. You can also purchase a copy on Amazon Kindle or in paperback.
About Walt Frasier
Walt Frasier is a seasoned comedian, actor, and improv instructor with over two decades of experience in the entertainment industry. He has performed on numerous television shows, including Letterman and Friends of the People, and has toured internationally with his acclaimed improv troupe, Eight Is Never Enough. Walt’s passion for teaching and nurturing young talent shines through in his workshops, making them an unforgettable and transformative experience for all participants.
Don’t Miss Out!
If you’re a teen looking to discover your comedic voice, build confidence, and make lifelong friends, sign up for a Walt Frasier Stand-Up Comedy Workshop today. Unleash your inner comedian and let the laughter begin!
TIMES SQUARE CLASSES Saturdays 10am September thru May ( 3-4 eight week sessions), Summer Camp runs 8-10 weeks end of June thru Labor Day. $300/session $2100 unlimited access for 1 year.
NYC DOE VENDORS – Improv Theater LLC – We host student groups at our Times Square NYC theater and tour k12 schools, community centers and family events DC to BOSTON and beyond.
MASTER CLASS WORKSHOP includes 20 paperback copies of the Stand Up Comedy Workshop and a 2 hour master class with Walt Frasier. $500.
RESIDENCY includes 20 hours of classes with Walt Frasier and his team. $3000.
Laughter is the best medicine – start your comedy journey today!
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I never found success as an actor until I learned to love the process of getting work – from auditions, to networking, to marketing for gigs etc. I started “working” in 1994ish, local dinner theater, and lots of stipend work, but not until 2005 did I quit my day job, working full time using my talents on stage, at corporate events, educational outreach programming, and producing my own events. Now I spend 80 hours/week performing, teaching, commuting, marketing, etc so I never have to spend another hour working dead end meaningless jobs.
In 2008 I landed a manager to submit me for commercials, TV and film. I had already gotten myself booked on NICK, MTV, WE, a few commercials and 9 episodes of David Letterman. Working in the club’s, a guys selling tickets on the street said to me, “My friend knows a manager. Let me connect you!” About a week later I met Jaime Baker. A week later I booked my first national SAG commercial. Since then I have had some costar on Billions, Blue Bloods, Royal Pains, HBO’s Pause with Sam Jay and Blacklist.
I never truly loved teaching until I learned to love mentoring students of all ages to use art to either pay the bills or enrich their lives in other ways. There are millions of teachers out there. I do my best to serve the way my mentors served me. Sometimes life lessons are blunt realities. Sometimes, far too often, students don’t appreciate the message or education. But there is nothing more glorious than seeing your students shine in a showcase. Since 2011 I have seeing running a comedy (mostly Improv) school in Times Square. Of course seeing them become TV/Film stars is whole other phenom. Watching former colleagues become writers on TV shows, WINNING A TONY!!!!! I brag zero credit, but bask in the pride of being a tiny part of their journey.
In 2014 I bought a house. As rents skyrocket I am locked in. Combined with tenacity as an entertainment business owner I have survived inflation, pandemic, 2008 crash etc. While others complain about fairness, lack of opportunities etc, I focus on getting work. I’d like to teach you how….
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Walt Frasier has 25+ years of professional credits in comedy, Theater and music. He got his big break in TV performing comedy sketches on MTV’s Stankervision, Late Nite with David Letterman, TruTV’s Friends of the People, and most recently on HBO’s Pause with Sam Jay. As an actor, Frasier has appeared on NBC’s Blacklist, CBS’s Blue Bloods, USA’s Royal Pains (Filmed in Puerto Rico), Netflix’s Lilyhammer (filmed in Norway) and NICK’s Naked Brothers Band. In addition to 1000s of live performances around the world, Frasier has also appeared in numerous commercials, industrials, webisodes and reality TV shows.
The New York Improv Theater is a one stop edutainment center for corporate team building, office / holiday parties and more. Our comedy shows and workshops (plus murder mystery, trivia, games shows and more) deliver high impact results. Clients include Google, Mercedes Benz, META /Facebook, TikTok, JP Morgan Chase, Accenture, Morgan Stanley, Twitter, Roblox, Rimowa, EI Digital, Accenture, Datadog HQ, Milbank, BING/Microsoft, Band of America – Merrill Lynch, Home Depot, Ernst & Young, Johnson & Johnson, Louis Vuitton, Coach, UBS, BDO, AMEX, Master Card, Macy’s, 360i, IBM, GM, Kraft, UNILEAVER, HBO, Prudential, Convene, Conference Board and many more… (NYC DOE VENDORS)
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