The Comedy Code

Drawing from decades of experience performing, writing, teaching, improvising, producing, directing and casting comedy, Los Angeles based comedy guru Gunnar Rohrbacher has created a single book that links every kind of comedy/performance training into a sensible, industry standard plan of action. Whether you’re a classically trained actor, musical theater performer, improviser, sketch artist, stand up, writer or simply drawn to the art of comedy, this preeminent manual will speak to you. The Comedy Code offers you invaluable insight into generating humor, the day-to-day workings of show business and most importantly, how the industry sees you. If you want to better understand how to thrive in the streaming, digital age of Hollywood, this meticulously crafted guidebook is essential!

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The Comedy Code Testimonials

The Comedy Code is truly a gift to our industry. While there are many approaches to art, it’s incredibly important to have a shared standard of intent. In defining what that is, The Comedy Code makes the entertainment industry accessible to everyone.

— Sarabeth Schedeen, Senior Agent, BRS/Gage Talent Agency

The Funniest Scenes in the World Vol 1 & 2

The Funniest Scenes in the World, Volume 1 and The Funniest Scenes in the World, Volume 2 are two-person scene books for actors. They’re a bit different from other scene books you might have stumbled upon. All the scenes contained within these two volumes are original and written by me. They come with clear breakdowns, so you know exactly how to approach the scene. Each character is clearly defined as one of The Heroes of Comedy that are detailed in The Comedy Code. This material has been used and praised by casting directors in literally hundreds of workshops. I started writing these scenes for my students and it grew into such a large body of work, I decided to publish them for everyone. I also grant permission for these scenes to be filmed so that actors can create reel footage for themselves.

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The Funniest Scenes in the World Testimonials

Finally, a book with scenes that are actually hysterical. Direct to the point, in your face funny. This is what you need to have in your arsenal for casting directors, agents. Gunnar has finally shared his comedic wit for everyone to take. Grab this book, spread the word and let the ‘funny’ begin.

— Randy Hernandez