Brian Gurien

Hey there! I've been writing and performing comedy in New York and Los Angeles since 2011. I've studied improv, sketch, character, and musical improv at UCB and Magnet under the tutelage of a lot of great comedians, including Armando Diaz, Nicole Drespel, Shaun Diston, Peter McNerney, and Louis Kornfeld. I'm currently a writer for the Magnet House Sketch Team Newport, and my improv team Glenngary Gary Gary were one of 11 teams to reach the final OH Sh*t! challenge of Inspirado.

I like helping groups work on really nailing down game through framing and simple, clear justifications, and I'm a big proponent of grounded base realities, but I'm also happy to work on any skills you guys are trying to sharpen. Just let me know! I specialize in teaching Spokanes, Monoscenes, and Harolds, but I've got experience in just about every form, so if there's something else you're hoping to work on, still a real good chance I can help you out. Thanks!