Sheila has helped nearly 2,000 aspiring comedians realize their dreams of writing and performing comedy. As the founder of Stand-Up Studios, she has produced over 300 sold-out stand-up shows exclusively featuring her students. Sheila also leads workshops at the prestigious Writer’s Center and serves on the faculty of Montgomery College and New York College, where she teaches comedy and humor writing across various forms. Additionally, she coaches professionals on incorporating humor into their writing and communication to create engaging, conversational styles.
A seasoned performer, Sheila has appeared on Comedy Central, A&E, and NBC, and has performed nationwide, including at iconic venues such as the Hollywood Improv, Laugh Factory, IceHouse, and the Comedy Store on Sunset. She was a cast member and sketch writer for Fred Willard’s legendary comedy troupe and worked on the writing staff for NBC’s Tonight Show.
Beyond the stage, Sheila is an accomplished screenwriter, recognized as a multi-time finalist in The Academy of Motion Pictures Nicholl Screenwriting Fellowship for both comedy and drama. Most recently, she was a finalist in Screencraft's Animation Screenplay competition. Sheila honed her craft studying comedy writing at Emerson College, where she performed, produced, and wrote for The Emerson Comedy Workshop.
With a dynamic career spanning stand-up, teaching, and screenwriting, Sheila is dedicated to the art of comedy in all its forms.
A seasoned performer, Sheila has appeared on Comedy Central, A&E, and NBC, and has performed nationwide, including at iconic venues such as the Hollywood Improv, Laugh Factory, IceHouse, and the Comedy Store on Sunset. She was a cast member and sketch writer for Fred Willard’s legendary comedy troupe and worked on the writing staff for NBC’s Tonight Show.
Beyond the stage, Sheila is an accomplished screenwriter, recognized as a multi-time finalist in The Academy of Motion Pictures Nicholl Screenwriting Fellowship for both comedy and drama. Most recently, she was a finalist in Screencraft's Animation Screenplay competition. Sheila honed her craft studying comedy writing at Emerson College, where she performed, produced, and wrote for The Emerson Comedy Workshop.
With a dynamic career spanning stand-up, teaching, and screenwriting, Sheila is dedicated to the art of comedy in all its forms.
Sheila is a dynamo. She is a triple threat. An incredible writer, performer and teacher. She is a legend in the business whose far reaching talents have inspired many. I am proud to be one of those lucky folks that she has influenced. And to my delight, she makes me laugh and snort out loud. Eddie Brill - Letterman Show producer/booker/warm-up comic - Creative Director of The Great American Comedy Festival
I've worked with Sheila on several projects and have always looked forward to an exciting collaboration. She has the ability to instantly brainstorm a wealth of novel concepts and ideas. Her process always delivers thoughts that I could never have imagined on my own. These are all delivered from Sheila's own unique perspective. It also helps that her comedy makes me laugh until I cry. John Frink - Executive Producer, The Simpsons, 20th Century Fox
Sheela - you are the funniest person. My brother agrees. P.S. My brother has diarrhea. Zach Galifianakis - Comedian, Actor, Producer
Sheila knows comedy writing. I worked with Sheila early on, and it was immediately clear that she has an amazing talent for finding the comedy in just about anything. She has a unique ability to blend wit, sarcasm, satire and quirky characters to draw the absurdity out of everyday life. She has an amazing gift. I would definitely recommend her to anyone wanting to learn the craft of comedy. Don Friesen - Showtime Special "Ask Your Mom."
I've worked with Sheila on several projects and have always looked forward to an exciting collaboration. She has the ability to instantly brainstorm a wealth of novel concepts and ideas. Her process always delivers thoughts that I could never have imagined on my own. These are all delivered from Sheila's own unique perspective. It also helps that her comedy makes me laugh until I cry. John Frink - Executive Producer, The Simpsons, 20th Century Fox
Sheela - you are the funniest person. My brother agrees. P.S. My brother has diarrhea. Zach Galifianakis - Comedian, Actor, Producer
Sheila knows comedy writing. I worked with Sheila early on, and it was immediately clear that she has an amazing talent for finding the comedy in just about anything. She has a unique ability to blend wit, sarcasm, satire and quirky characters to draw the absurdity out of everyday life. She has an amazing gift. I would definitely recommend her to anyone wanting to learn the craft of comedy. Don Friesen - Showtime Special "Ask Your Mom."
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