“No matter how many times a comic rakes themselves over the hot coals of self-loathing, sometimes you reach the point where analysis of your own act becomes a fruitless endeavor.… Read more “Bobbie Oliver is masterful…”

“I’ve taken Bobbie’s class, six times now, and that’s because she’s tops as a Stand Up coach! Her ability to take a joke from so so to funny, or from… Read more “Attention to detail…”

I have been writing comedy for many years now, starting out in 1992. The only comedy I have performed has been sketch comedy, and never live (apart from in my… Read more “A webcam session my wife approved of…”

“Meditation and living in the now is big part of Bobbie’s comedy teachings. She really emphasizes it to all of her comics. Before every class begins, we all meditate… breathing… Read more “Bobbie has changed my life…”

“After doing comedy for 20 years I decided to take a class taught by Bobbie Oliver. My comedian friends couldn’t understand why I would do this. I had heard such… Read more “I learned so much I took it again…”

“I was worried that Stand-Up Academy might not work for me since I am a musical comedian. I shouldn’t have been. Bobbie’s advice transcends genre and cuts to the funny.… Read more “Bobbie’s advice transcends genre…”

“Living in Fresno, I had a 250 mile drive (one-way) to class. Bobbie’s class was worth every mile, every hour and every weekend! I’ve been performing magic for 35 years… Read more “Bobbie will help you hone your craft…”

“I’ve done improv and sketch comedy for years, but stand-up, being out on stage alone with just your funny to protect you, always seemed too intimidating. Bobbie’s class is fantastic,… Read more “She is the teacher you need…”

“In 8 weeks, Bobbie Oliver turned me into a comic. She is a comedy guru, and is nice enough to share her knowledge with us. When you take this class,… Read more “She is a comedy guru…”

“I had been doing comedy for 4 years when I took Bobbie’s class. She has helped me with ‘trimming the fat’ off of my material and with my comedic timing.… Read more “You ROCK!”

“What can I say? Bobbie doesn’t tell you what you’re doing wrong, but rather reinforces what you’re doing right. I had a huge fear of doing standup, especially after my… Read more “I will always be in a debt of gratitude…”

“I’ve been doing stand up comedy for three years. After taking Bobbie’s class I’ve actually moved up several notches on the seasoning ladder that all comedians have to climb. Bobbie… Read more “Bobbie gives encouragement and instruction…”

“Doing stand-up is a big challenge if English is not your first language. However, I was extremely lucky to have Bobbie as my teacher. She made a tremendous difference in… Read more “She made a tremendous difference in my work…”

“Standup comedy in general is one of the most terrifying things to start doing…regardless if you’re an actor or have done theater…. but I must stress that Bobbie finds the… Read more “This class will help you in ANYTHING…”

“Bobbie is the best teacher I’ve ever had. I’m an actor so I’ve taken plenty of classes. Bobbie works with everyone individually, giving them confidence, great writing tools and most… Read more “Bobbie is the best teacher I’ve ever had…”

“I only have two words to describe Bobbie Oliver and her class. She is the most awesome, nice, encouraging, caring, understanding, Southern, sweet gal you’ll ever meet probably ever, ever,… Read more “She lets you spread your wings and fly…”

“Bobbie is a great coach! If you listen to her feedback, she provides the tools that you will need to become a great comedian. I should have taken this class… Read more “Bobbie is a great coach…”

“Bobbie’s classes are great for everyone! If you’re a beginner, she will show you the ropes. If you are already established, she will make you even better. The classes are… Read more “Highly recommended!!!”

“Beyond the set-up & punch, Bobbie teaches you timing, rhythm, and execution. She does this in an environment where young & old, conservative & liberal, Yankee & Confederate, and people… Read more “Bobbie teaches you timing, rhythm, and execution…”

“Being one of the youngest comics in Bobbie’s class I wasn’t sure if I would be able to meld into the mix with the other, more experienced, matured comics. But… Read more “Bobbie’s class is more than just a teacher teaching…”

“I came, I laughed, I killed, I came… What else do you want?!?!”

“The bottom line is that Bobbie took me from thinking I was a standup comic to KNOWING I was! Enrolling in a Standup Academy class is the best decision you’ll… Read more “All Hail Bobbie…”

“I’ve been having a fabulous time taking Bobbie’s class. Not only have I met some awesome people, but it’s also kept me off the couch at some psychiatrist’s office! Taking… Read more “Bobbie is the best teacher in town…”

“I was worried about taking Bobbie’s class due to the horror stories I’d heard about comedy teachers ripping away your soul and giving you a formula that works perfectly… in… Read more “One of the few great comedy teachers working today…”

“I’ve been performing standup for over 10 years, many times professionally, but always felt I was creatively blocked from really taking my writing and stage presence to the best level… Read more “It is the best time and money you will ever invest…”

“Bobbie is the total package. I’ve learned so much and she has so much enthusiasm with all of us, is very encouraging, and just keeps you going. I have met… Read more “Bobbie is the total package…”

“I’ve got nothing but praise for Bobbie Oliver’s class. She’s a great stand up/writer/teacher, the classes are conveniently scheduled and located, and the graduation shows are THE BEST! It’s simply… Read more “Just do it!”

“I’ve been a writer for more more than 25 years, and I took the class—on a whim—to learn to write the classic set-up/punchline. I had absolutely no intention of getting… Read more “Bobbie Oliver is just the woman to teach you…”

“I have been performing stand up comedy now for over a year after having gotten started by taking an Improv Comedy Class. The class I took before was good but… Read more “Your success is her success…”

“I have done stand up comedy before, but once I had Bobbie’s guidance and sexual innuendos I was able to forge out an actual act, and make people *gasp* laugh.… Read more “Bobbie is the best lay in town…”

“Doing stand-up was always a dream of mine. Being an actor, I thought it would be a piece of cake. WRONG! But, with Bobbie’s help, I learned to find my… Read more “She is wonderfully positive…”

“Bobbie’s class offered far more than I expected. Not only did she teach and encourage us, but she provided a number of opportunities for us to test our craft in… Read more “Bobbie’s class offered far more than I expected…”

“I was able to return to stand-up after feeling creatively frustrated for some time. Bobbie helped me get a flow going again in an amazingly short time. She performed with… Read more “She conducted our routines like a virtuoso symphony conductor…”

“I am SO enjoying the class – it’s a very nurturing environment and Bobbie has the rare gift of being able to critique whilst still being able to give people… Read more “It’s a very nurturing environment…”

“Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, Bobbie’s class helps raise your act (and your confidence) to the stratosphere! I think Bobbie’s class is the best reason to skip church on… Read more “Bobbie’s class helps raise your act…”

“I just finished Bobbie’s comedy class it was killer! Great learning experience! She has tons of info, is a great teacher, funny, cute and ALL THAT! Sign up now and… Read more “Great learning experience!”

“When you join Bobbie Oliver’s class, you join a very rich and diverse family of comedians who will be totally supportive and dedicated to helping you become better at this… Read more “Bobbie provides the safest of atmospheres to learn…”

“Bobbie Oliver seems to have the hottest comedy class in LA. Her shows are fun to MC, professionally done and have industry in the house. She is the kind of… Read more “Bobbie Oliver seems to have the hottest comedy class in LA…”

“At first this class was cool, and then I got groupies. Wow! Probably the funnest thing I have ever done. You travel in herd to events, and have the best… Read more “The best teacher money can buy…”

“Not only did Bobbie’s class help me find my ‘funny’ again, it re-ignited my life and rocked my world. I met great people, made great friends, and even had some… Read more “Bobbie’s class helped me find my ‘funny’ again…”

“Bobbie Oliver’s teaching style is a lesson in free will and a true liberation of any comedic aptitude you may have inside of you. She lets the student “be” funny… Read more “Bobbie Oliver’s teaching style is a lesson in free will…”

“I had no idea what I was getting into when I signed up for Bobbie’s class. My motivation was to improve my self-confidence and public speaking skills. Bobbie instantly knew… Read more “Bobbie instantly knew what was funny about me…”

“I am in advertising sales and take enjoyment from making presentations and ‘painting’ pictures for my audience to understand and accept. What the comedy class has provided were skills necessary… Read more “The comedy class has provided skills…”

“This class is a confidence builder, a public speech training ground, a mind-opening experience, and a rare opportunity for self-discovery. Above all, comedy is cool! Before the comedy class, I… Read more “This class is a confidence builder…”

“If there’s a standup comedian hiding inside of you, this class will bring him or her out. You’ll also get the opportunity to enhance your public speaking skills in a… Read more “It’s fun as &@*%!”

“As a SAG member for 13 years, I have taken countless courses and this is the only class I would ever take twice. Whether your goal is to begin a… Read more “This class is an invaluable tool for everyone…”

“Where do I begin? I took a class about 4-5 years ago, did one show and let my creative juices wither away until I took Bobbie’s class. Her enthusiasm and… Read more “I highly recommend her class to ANYONE…”

“Want to improve your business skills? Think out of the box. I’ve been to business workshops that promised to improve public speaking skills. But as public spokesperson of the world’s… Read more “I found Bobbie’s stand-up comedy course immeasurably better…”

“I joined the class to overcome the frustrations in my daily life. Bobbie helped me ‘find the funny’ and look at life in a different way. Now I look at… Read more “Bobbie helped me ‘find the funny’…”

“As someone who has wanted to try standup since the age of 14, I found this class not only informative, but fun, educational, and incredibly commutative. Ms. Oliver’s guidance has… Read more “I found this class not only informative, but fun…”

“I am recovering from my hip replacement surgery and doing well. The class really helped me get through a rough part of my life. Pain had become my constant companion.… Read more “I thoroughly enjoyed every class…”

“This class has helped me learn a whole new set of skills and meet a bunch of cool people in the process. I had my thesis proposal presentation two days… Read more “This class has helped me learn a whole new set of skills…”

“Laughter is the best medicine. I’ve given many lectures and consults to allied health professional and private clients, none more effective than those that start and end with laughter. This… Read more “This comedy class helps you work on presentation skills…”