Stand Up Comedy (Beginners)
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Course Description
Stand-up is an art form which seeks to provoke the primitive and instinctive laugher response. Performers typically act as their own writers, editors, directors, promoters and producers so the range of skills developed is extensive.
This course offers a thorough and practical introduction to the variety of skills required for stand up comedy, in a fun and supportive atmosphere. The course will guide you through the process of becoming a stand-up comedian, from writing your first piece of material to stepping into the lights and picking up the microphone.
This course is ideal for those wishing to try stand-up for the first time, those who have some experience of the circuit but wish to advance and formalise their skills as well as anyone seeking a confidence boost when it comes to public speaking.
Acting Skills Development
- Learn to speak directly to an audience, -and make them laugh!
- Develop practical techniques for generating and honing original material
- Use improvisation skills to engage an audience and deal with hecklers.
Stand Up Comedy Class Content
(Example: 6 Week Course)
Week 1
- General introduction to the industry: practical aspects of performing and mic technique. Basic comedy writing techniques.
Week 2
- Engaging the audience, developing and honing written ideas.
Week 3
- Exploring character and persona, breaking “the rules”, developing sketch and character comedy.
Week 4
- Advanced writing skills, structuring a set, winning the audience round. Preliminary run-through of sets.
Week 5
- Intensive audience work, spontaneous interactive improvisation, dealing with hecklers.
Week 6
- Rehearsal; short performance; feedback
Additional Information
Wearing comfortable clothes and bringing a bottle of water is recommended. Scripts will be provided.
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How our Beginners Acting Class is Taught
In this practical and dynamic class, students will be taught Stand Up Comedy through:
- Explanation, demonstration, suggestion, direction, repetition, revision and practicing
- Whole group work / small groups / pair work and solo work to consolidate learning
- Written material to support practical learning
Feedback to Confirm Progress
Students will receive continual feedback from the tutor throughout the course. There will also be many opportunities for self-assessment and peer assessment. At the end of the course your tutor will assess the progress you have made.
Beginners Acting Class Progression
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Please note: shorter courses (eg. 6 weeks or 10 weeks) broadly cover the same content as 12 week courses.
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Stand Up Comedy Beginners
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Saturday
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2 - 4pm
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10 Apr - 29 May
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8 weeks
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Kate Smurthwaite
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Soho Theatre - click
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£176.00
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Book
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** On 24th April & 29th May, the class time is 10am - 12pm
Stand Up Comedy Class Venues
Soho Theatre, 21 Dean Street,London W1D 3NE - Click for map »
Stand Up Comedy Teacher: Kate Smurthwaite
Kate Smurthwaite is a Stand-Up Comic who has performed at more than 2,000 shows including the Bloomsbury Theatre, Soho Comedy Club, Comedy Cafe, Jongleurs, Glee Club, Chuckle Club, 99 Club, Komedia, Jesters, Backyard Comedy Club, Outside The Box and Amused Moose. She has appeared at six Edinburgh Fringe festivals and toured both nationally and internationally. She is currently resident compere at Soho Comedy Club in central London. Her TV and radio credits include Where In The World? (Sky) and The Big Questions (BBC One TV), presenter’s friend on The Richard Bacon Show and The Stephen Nolan Show (BBC Radio Five), guest on The Breakfast Show (BBC One TV), Women’s Hour (BBC Radio Four) and The Vanessa Feltz Show (BBC Radio London). Alongside her performing career she has been teaching comedy, comedy writing and compering since 2006.
Cancellations Policy
Cancellations made more than 14 days before your course starts – full refund less a 20% administration fee.
Cancellations made less than 14 days before your course starts – no refund.
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