CCPP with Valerie Lopez & Ellis Aych: Lesson #2 - To Write or Not to Write

September 11, 2024

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Valerie Lopez and Ellis Aych have teamed up to record a 10-part com­e­dy class inspired by the hilar­i­ous Com­e­dy Wham Presents episode with Ellis as guest.

Each episode is a rapid-fire 30 min­utes and full of … non­sense cov­ered in help­ful pointers.

To Write or Not to Write

Okay, we know there's more than one way to skin a cat. Everybody's got their own method, whether it's recording, writing or watching set. We don't give a damn what you do, just do something!!!

What is Your Process?

We're not talking about those unicorns who exclusively write on stage (we're talking about you Johnny Taylor), we're talking those of you who write every single joke word for word like a manuscript, to those who jot down a premise with a few bullet points. We'll even give props to those of you who record your thoughts on your phone.

Respect the process.
Valerie Lopez
Write Continuously

You can find inspiration everywhere. From the moment you wake up to the moment you rest your head on that soft pillow of yours, you can find something to write about. Andy Kindler has been talking about his career being over for literally his entire career. Maria Bamford writes about her mental health. Hometown hero Casey Rocket talks about -- checks notes -- Grimace. These folks have honed their observations into great careers.

The first draft is nev­er fine tuned
Ellis Aych
Dealing with Writer's Block

Whether it's writing in the HEB parking lot, joining a writing group, or following a method like The Artist's Way, find ways to write through the block.

Just get the writ­ing out, it’s like a rep in the gym.
Ellis Aych
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