About Charlie Varon:

The San Francisco Chronicle has credited Charlie Varon with “redefining the art form of solo performance.” For over 25 years, Charlie has written, performed, directed and taught at The Marsh Theater in San Francisco. His award-winning shows – all created in collaboration with David Ford – include Rush Limbaugh in Night School, The People’s Violin, Rabbi Sam, Feisty Old Jew, and Second Time Around, a collaboration with world-renowned cellist Joan Jeanrenaud. As collaborator/director, Charlie has worked with Dan Hoyle since 2004, on his many hit solo shows. Over the years Charlie’s writing has also appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic and other publications.

What students are saying about Charlie’s Zoom writing classes

 “Thank you so much for including me at the tail of 2020, when I was desperate to believe in myself as a writer… Really enjoy the open-hearted respectful approach to your class.” 
 

"Such enjoyable writers and their work. Feeling a part of a great adventure sitting around a digital campfire. Hey this really works. I leave the session feeling enriched. And happy. Strange."

“Thank you for doing this. It has been very powerful to reconnect to my writing and make a space for inner reflection.”

“I feel so much gratitude for the thoughtful creative space you offer. It's totally been helping me weather these times!!”