Neil was a comedian in the seventies and eighties and still performs occasionally for private functions. But being a Comedy Coach® is a full time job, so in 1982 he decided to commit himself to helping other comedians.

Neil says, "My goal is to break new ground and help Comedy advance as an art form."

He has been coaching Comedians, Public Speakers, Actors and Screenwriters for close to thirty years. Neil also travels the globe presenting his one-day Stand-Up Comedy Seminar at Comedy Clubs, Corporations and Colleges.

Neil has sold two of his screen plays, writes for numerous national headliners, and is co-founder and Sr. Vice President of George Carlin’s Laugh.com, America’s premier comedy record company.

Stand-Up Comedy is a very specific art form. That's why private coaching is so crucial to developing an act that suits your personality. As I learn more about you, your speech pattern, your sense of humor, and your material, the easier it is for me to help you develop an act that sounds like you and not like everyone else. You will learn technique, timing, presentation, how to deal with stage fright, and how to create material that suits your personality.

The private coaching fee is currently $1000 for eight weeks/hours. For people in the San Francisco area this translates to 8 one hour sessions spread over 8 weeks. But, for the other 75% of Neil's clients, who live outside of California, the 8 hours of private coaching are conducted using e-mail, fax and phone. Neil's schedule is extremely tight and he does limit his client load, but if you are serious and Stand-Up Comedy is a priority, he'll find a space for you. All fees are non-refundable. All 8 hours of coaching must be used within 8 weeks.

Can you learn to be funny?
No, but you can learn to be funnier.

What does the Comedy Coach® do?
He teaches the basics of Stand-Up Comedy. Writing, structure, technique, timing, presentation, how to lose your fear of performing, as well as how to get work in the business. He is a mentor, a guide, and a friend.

What if I don’t live in San Francisco?
Many clients work with Neil through the mail and one the phone. They use e-mail, fax, phone calls, and send written material, or audio and video tapes for critique and editing.

Why shouldn’t I take a group class?
These classes often end up being two or three times more expensive, based on the amount of personal attention you will not receive. Many of them are fanchised out from other cities. The Comedy Coach® works personally, one on one,
with every student.

What if my goal isn’t Stand-Up Comedy?
Neil also works with actors, public speakers, corporate executives, and so on. In fact, many of the actors he has coached have appeared in sitcoms and feature films including “Independence Day”, “Sister Act”, “Seinfeld”, ”The Drew Carey Show, and etc.

Why do I need the Comedy Coach®?
The Comedy Coach® can teach you the secrets, short cuts, and inner workings of the business. The Comedy Coach® can help you reach your goal faster than you ever could alone. The Comedy Coach® provides not just honesty, but support, and encouragement.

What if I have more questions?
First, send for the Free information packet
or call our Toll Free 800 number:
1-800-528-4465