Louie Pearlman is a dynamic force in the New York City comedy and arts scene, making waves since 2002.

As a writer for The Sesame Street Podcast with Foley and Friends and Ready Set Ride with Elmo, both co-produced by Sesame Workshop and Audible, he captivates young audiences with his gentle humor and creativity.

A revered comedy and improv instructor at The Second City and an innovative workshop facilitator with Improv for Life, Louie dedicates his skills to nurturing the next generation of performers.

His role as a producer, director, performer, and writer with the nationally recognized arts education company Story Pirates further showcases his versatility to reach audiences of all ages. Louie's scripts and performances on the award-winning Story Pirates podcast have drawn many listeners, and his shows at theaters and music festivals add to his impressive work.

The musical Joey and Ron, which Louie co-created and co-wrote, enjoyed a successful run at The Player’s Theater in NYC, proving his prowess in crafting engaging narratives for the musical theater stage. His writing also extends to licensed content for Archie Comics and insightful articles for Gizmodo and Elmore Magazine.

In the early years of his career, Louie was instrumental in jump-starting the careers of notable talents such as actor Matt McGorry, comedian Griffin Newman, and Grammy nominee Elle King while serving as the Artistic Director of the comedy program at Buck's Rock Creative and Performing Arts Camp.

With his exceptional talent, rich experience, and unwavering passion for comedy and the arts, Louie Pearlman continues to inspire and entertain audiences and students across the nation.

 

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Past Projects this year include:

  • Directing and Producing At the Big Kids’ Table: a professional sketch and improv show starring young comedians from Second City’s kids and teens program.

  • Creating and starring in the new comedy/variety show Ground Floor 44 at The Kinkonauts’ Coming Home Festival in Calgary, Canada.

  • DJing for the fully accessible, interactive art/theater/dance party piece Scribble, at Common Senses Festival in Omaha.

  • Writing a new script for The Story Pirates Podcast (to be released soon!)

  • Teaching regular improv classes at Second City NYC.

Upcoming: Fully improvised play Reset off Broadway at the Theater Center in July!

 

Classes

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Songs N Scenes:

I am thrilled to announce a fall session of Songs N Scenes: a five week improv workshop that will teach you the “Songs ‘N Scenes” form. Songs N Scenes focuses on deriving scenic content from the work of live musicians, bands and songwriters. It encourages you to play smartly, slowly and more imaginatively than you ever have before. The class will culminate in a demo featuring the work of a live musician!

Requirements: Improv Level 1 or higher from any Improv theater (UCB, Magnet, Second City, etc.), or a previous class with Louie.

Dates: Tuesdays 7-9 PM: 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8

Location: Midtown Manhattan

Cost: $188 (if this is prohibitive for you, please reach out. I’m always happy to try to be accommodating!)

About your Instructor: Louie Pearlman has been performing and teaching improv in NYC since 2002, most notably at The Second City NYC, The Magnet Theater, UCB, and The PIT. He is the co-producer of "Beauty Love Truth," an improvised show featuring the work of live musicians, including Yo La Tengo and Mike Doughty, and improvisers, including Anna Clumsky, Natasha Rothwell, and Peter Gwinn. Louie is also a writer for multiple Sesame Street podcasts and projects for Gizmodo and Archie Comics.

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Louie also teaches online and in-person classes independently and through Second City, Story Pirates, Second City and Enter Laughing. He is currently available to teach programs for your company, theater, school, or other organization. Please reach out to schedule a class or workshop!

Writer

Louie is an experienced content writer and blogger. Click here for his Contently portfolio.

Podcasts / Radio Shows

Louie hosts XOXO Riverdale, a Riverdale fan-podcast with fellow comedian Kate Vatter and Kick The Jukebox, a musicology and comedy radio show with comedian Kyle Gordon.

He has also guested on many podcasts including:

Story Pirates

Famous Dead People with Jarret Berenstein

So What Are We Talking About?

Geeks Out! Podcast 

Movin’ Right Along

Songwriter

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Louie is an accomplished songwriter who co-wrote the book, lyrics and music for the original musical Joey and Ron. Check out some of his other songs below.

DJ

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Louie is primarily a retro-music DJ and has spun at Union Hall, 116 Macdougal and various weddings and other parties. Contact him to book him for your next event. Sample mix below.

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