Shawn Wickens

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Introduction: Shawn Wickens (ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK, MR. ROBOT, UNBREAKABLE KIMMY SCHMIDT) is a published author and co-founder of the ironically-titled Bad Theater Fest and Bad Film Fest. He sold out his fringe festival debut at the Rochester Fringe Festival. When not in NYC he has headlined shows in New Orleans, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Cleveland, Raleigh, Hartford, Richmond and more. Wickens has been named CRITICS PICKS by Time Out NY, ComedyCake.com, Rochester City News, Pittsburgh City Paper & Athens City News. His 1st comedy album is available on Spotify, iTunes and Amazon. --- "Shawn is a real pro, charming and a pleasure to work with." - Becca Poccia, Geva Theater Center | Rochester Fringe Festival "Travelling, doing road shows, meeting people and seeing the country gives me immense joy. I can do stand-up, perform my unique interactive variety show ' GOOD JOKE/BAD JOKE BINGO' or I can bring a group of fellow comedians to your event or party." - Shawn Wickens

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Hired 7 times

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7 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, and Venmo.

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2019

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Customers rated this pro highly for value, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Steven M.

Sep 11, 2017

There are a ton of great things I can say about Shawn, and his abilities as a comedy/improv coach. I think the biggest compliment I can say is that he has a true passion for what he does, and it shows every time I work with him. His passion makes him such a pleasure to work with and be coached by. No matter your skill level, he treats you as an equal, and just wants you to get better (while having fun). I highly recommend him if you are looking to become a better improviser, comedian, or salesperson. I know he helped me with all three.

Caysey W.

Apr 6, 2018

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Shawn did a terrific job with our corporate event. He was not only well received, but very flexible in terms of what we were looking for. Oh, and most important, he was funny!

Details: 101 - 150 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 51 or older • 31 - 50 years old • General entertainment / party

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Mitchell L.

Sep 7, 2017

Shawn and I have worked together on numerous short films, two of which have been featured on the home page of Funny Or Die. He is always willing to say yes to an idea, and add his unique vision along the way. He has a wonderful brand of comedy that is unique, and completely original. Work with him on your next project!

Aniek I.

Feb 2, 2018

Shawn is a fantastic improv and comedy instructor. He's patient, friendly and inspiring. Most importantly, he's always open to trying new methods/angles and discover them together with his students: the ultimate improv attitude! I've known him for over for years now and he took my improv to the next level!

Gary R.

Sep 6, 2017

Shawn coaches my comedy improv team. He is brilliantly smart, thoughtful and intuitive. He reads our team and creates improv exercises that stretch us in ways we benefit from. He solves our problems as a team and helps us to be better. Very capable person. Comedically he has a unique ability to link the banal, the common, and the typical to the bizarre, the uncommon and the atypical in a surprisingly understated way. He's really funny, considerate and generous.

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Quoted price includes travel.
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It's important to know what kind of show you'd like (e.g. family-friendly, adult-oriented, etc) and the type of venue (event space, office space, living room).
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Writing and performance classes at SECOND CITY, UCB, THE PIT and MAGNET THEATER.

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