Comedy works kicks off summer program for teens and preteens.

• Author: Cote, Mike
• Position: EDUCATION

COMEDIAN PHIL PALISOUL IS USED TO PLAYING FOR THE OVER-21 CROWD at nightclubs nationwide. This summer, the veteran film and TV writer be working with an audience that will be sipping Cokes and learning about stage presence, timing and self-expression.

From a middle-aged bald guy and his brother-in-law.

Camp Lotta Ha Ha, presented by Child and Family Partners in association with Comedy Works, convenes July 25-30 at Comedy Works South from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The camp is designed for youth ages 11 to 15.

"Laughter is the best medicine for kids," Pailisoul says. "There are no harmful side effects, they can share it, and there's no co-pay."

Campers will develop projects that will explore music, poetry, storytelling, stand-up comedy and other aspects of the arts.

"The camp promises to be a great opportunity for young people to laugh and learn some great skills," says camp director Tierman Mcllwaine, director of Child and Family Partners and an instructor from the University of Wyoming.

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Palisoul--the middle-aged bald guy and Mcllwaine's brother-in-law -- will be among the Front Range entertainment, business and education professionals working with Mclllwaine. Also participating will be Comedy Works owner Wende...