Where Sharp Wit Meets Skillful Craft
Our satirical writing workshops have shaped creative voices since 2020. We focus on technique, timing, and the delicate art of making people think while they laugh.
Three Paths to Satirical Mastery
Most writing programs treat satire as comedy with attitude. We understand it's journalism with punchlines, social commentary with character development, and careful observation wrapped in wit.
- Basic satirical techniques
- Character voice development
- Social observation skills
- Weekly writing exercises
- Peer feedback sessions
- 4-month program duration
- Advanced satirical frameworks
- Publication strategy guidance
- Industry mentor connections
- Portfolio development
- Editorial process training
- 8-month comprehensive program
- Flexible weekend sessions
- Specific technique focus
- Guest satirist presentations
- Collaborative projects
- Performance opportunities
- 3-month intensive format
Beyond Jokes: The Architecture of Satire
Satirical writing isn't about being funny—it's about being precise. Our curriculum breaks down the mechanics behind effective social commentary, teaching you to build narratives that entertain while they illuminate.
We spend months on character development alone because your satirical voice needs to feel authentic, not forced. Students learn to identify their natural observational style before we layer in technique.
Learn From Working Satirists
Our instructors aren't just teachers—they're active contributors to the satirical landscape, publishing regularly and maintaining their own creative practices.
- Featured satirist in The Atlantic, Harper's Magazine, and McSweeney's Internet Tendency since 2018
- Recipient of the 2024 Thurber Prize nomination for humorous writing excellence
- Regular contributor to NPR's "Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!" and BBC Radio 4's satirical programs
- Author of "Sharp Observations: A Satirist's Guide to Modern Life" published by Graywolf Press
- Workshop leader at the Edinburgh International Book Festival and Austin's South by Southwest
Ready to Sharpen Your Satirical Edge?
Our next cohort begins September 2025. We keep class sizes small—maximum 12 writers per track—because satirical writing develops best through consistent feedback and individual attention.