Course Info

SCWR 210: The Fundamentals of Comedy

This course explores how Chicago became the cultural hub for comedy in America and the vital role The Second City has played in the modern style of improvisation. Through lectures and screenings, students will explore the history of comedy theory and where the form is headed next.

Fall 2025-2026

Fall 2024-2025

Fall 2023-2024

  • Section: 101
  • Class number: 13029
  • Meeting time: M 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: SCITY 00201
  • Instructor: Jeff Griggs | View syllabus

Fall 2022-2023

Winter 2021-2022

  • Section: 501
  • Class number: 20477
  • Meeting time: W 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: SCITY 00207 at Off Campus
  • Instructor: Jeff Griggs | View syllabus

Fall 2021-2022

  • Section: 101
  • Class number: 4275
  • Meeting time: M 1:30PM - 4:45PM
  • Location: SCITY 00207 at Off Campus
  • Instructor: Jeff Griggs | View syllabus