Las Vegas Comedy Institute Offering Free 'Business of Comedy' Seminar

In addition to his standup, improv and comedy writing workshops, comedian Don Barnhart will host a free "Business of Comedy Seminar."

Since opening the Las Vegas Comedy Institute in 2000, Barnhart has been teaching standup, improv and comedy writing skills helping to develop the next generation of comedy stars and now he's offering a free business of comedy seminar for those interested in pursuing a career in comedy.

Many of Barnhart's students are already touring professionally and several have recently completed tours with Battle Comics entertaining the troops overseas. Barnhart recently stated, "It's important to give back to the comedy community and help nurture and encourage the next generation of comedy stars."

Don truly knows his craft, as his comedy career is unparalleled. At the age of 18, he got a job at The Comedy & Magic Club in Hermosa Beach, CA and by the time he was 20 he was the house emcee, talent coordinator and night manager. He left there to pursue standup comedy full time and hasn't worked a day job since.

Since 1992, Barnhart has produced and performed comedy shows for the troops around the world and continues to do so to this day. When he's not on tour, he performs nightly at Jokesters Comedy Club and his book, Finding Your Funny is a must read for anyone considering a career in comedy. In it, Don explores the art, science and business of standup with interviews from comedians, entertainers, agents, club owners, bookers and managers.

Barnhart stars in the documentary Finding The Funny with Brad Garrett and Louie Anderson about the importance of learning comedy skills from the best teachers and his new book Finding Your Funny is a must for anyone interested in pursing a career in comedy. He also stars in Jordan Brady's new film, I Am Battle Comic about the importance of entertaining the troops around the world.

The seminar will be hosted by Don Barnhart and some of the topics covered will include:

* Moving from open mics to the professional stage
* What clubs are actually looking for
* Why others are getting booked and you're not
* Finding your voice
* Common mistakes that newbies make
* Promo, marketing and media
* Separating yourself from the pack and much more...

The Business of Comedy Seminar will take place July 11th at 8pm at The Las Vegas Comedy Institute (3160 S. Valley View #104, Las Vegas, NV 89102). Admission is free. Seating is limited and on a first come, first served basis so you must rsvp if you're planning to attend. Participants are encouraged to bring their current promo kit for review. To reserve your seat you must RSVP at www.eventbrite.com/e/don-barnharts-business-of-comedy-seminar-tickets-35726609250?aff=eac2.

For more information, go to www.LasVegasComedyInstitute.com or www.donbarnhart.com.