Sunda Croonquist
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
High‑energy performer and casting professional skilled in talent discovery, comedic performance, and on‑camera coaching.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder, Director & Coach: LA School of Comedy
Self-Employed
Los Angeles, California
2005 - Current
- Own and operate the LA School of Comedy, coaching students in stand‑up, on‑camera performance, and comedic writing
- Produce student showcases and develop curriculum for writing and performance
- Provide one‑on‑one coaching for comedians, actors, and public speakers
Host & Producer, All‑Star Comedy
The Laugh Factory
Los Angeles, California
1998 - 2021
- Host and produce the long‑running weekly All‑Star Comedy showcase
- Curate diverse lineups featuring national touring acts and rising talent
- Maintain one of the club’s most enduring and high‑energy shows
Talent Scout & Producer
Ha Ha Comedy Club
North Hollywood, California
2001 - 2020
- Discovered and booked comedic talent for live shows and showcases
- Produced stand‑up, improv, and new‑talent programming
Creator & Producer: All‑Female Standup Showcase
Self Employed
Los Angeles, California
2008 - 2015
- Curate and produce a recurring all‑women comedy showcase highlighting diverse comedic voices
- Champion representation and community among female comedians
Co‑Producer & Talent
The James & Sunda Show
Encino, California
2007 - 2013
- Co‑produced and appeared on the weekly variety/talk show The James & Sunda Show
- Coordinated guest bookings and comedic segments
Production Manager
Stand Up New York
New York, New York
1992 - 1998
- Produced live comedy shows including stand‑up, improv, sketch, and new‑talent showcases
- Booked performers and coordinated show operations
Education
Meisner Technique With Louise Lasser
Carnegie Hall
New York01-1991
Acting Training
HB Studios
New York, NY01-1990
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ 01-1988
Skills
- Team leadership
- Stand-up comedy
- Public speaking
- Improvisation
- Memorization skills
- Auditioning
- Stage presence
- Can-do attitude
- Live performances
- Comedic timing
- Enthusiastic
- Acting
- Voice-over skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
Websites
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
Affiliations
Professional Training & Education
Timeline
Founder, Director & Coach: LA School of Comedy
Self-Employed
2005 - Current
Host & Producer, All‑Star Comedy
The Laugh Factory
1998 - 2021
Talent Scout & Producer
Ha Ha Comedy Club
2001 - 2020
Creator & Producer: All‑Female Standup Showcase
Self Employed
2008 - 2015
Co‑Producer & Talent
The James & Sunda Show
2007 - 2013
Production Manager
Stand Up New York
1992 - 1998
Meisner Technique With Louise Lasser
Carnegie Hall
Acting Training
HB Studios
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Seton Hall University