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Tragedy + Time:
Nonfiction Tragicomedy Writing with Elissa Bassist
Nonfiction Tragicomedy Writing with Elissa Bassist
Macaroni (General Admission)
The editor, humor writer, teacher, and author teaches us about “traumedy”—that is, how to make readers laugh while punching them in the heart.
Please note: Recommended for mature audiences.
Sun. Mar. 9, 2025
2p.m.
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Genre
Comedy
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Part of Series
Program
Elissa Bassist is an editor, humor writer, teacher, speaker, and author of the book HYSTERICAL. As a writer, she spins the toughest parts of her life into hilarious essays. In this class, Bassist will teach us about “traumedy”—that is, how to make readers laugh while punching them in the heart.
About Tragedy + Time
Referencing Mark Twain’s quote that “comedy equals tragedy plus time,” this series of classes, discussions, and shows focuses on grief through the lens of comedy. Tragedy + Time is part of the Center’s Arts & Wellbeing programming.
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