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Comedy Acting - An Introduction

Comedy Acting - An Introduction

The Comedy Acting - An Introduction offers a practical introduction to comedy acting in a fun and supportive atmosphere.

From sitcoms to improvisation, from silent comedy to farce, the skills learned on this course are applicable to every comedy moment.

You will explore a range of comic concepts, techniques and strategies for creating solo and ensemble comedy performance. Students will looks at spontaneity, timing, physicality and keeping a straight face!

Explore what makes comedy work and how to overcome performance nerves, gain an understanding of how comedy acting differs to ‘Stand Up’ and Drama. Learn what makes you funny and begin to find your niche under the guidance of an experienced performer.

Comedy Acting - An Introduction Content

Exact course content may differ according to the course length and class size, but topics covered generally include:

  • Overcome nerves and self-consciousness
  • Learn how to play and perform comedy improvisation games 
  • Trust yourself to play, have fun and work creatively with other people
  • Learn multiple approaches and techniques for creating comedy
  • Rehearse a scene from a sitcom or sketch-show
  • Create your own comedy sketch or scene
  • Look at character comedy and how to play multiple characters 
  • Learn tips and techniques professional comedians and comedy writers use

Our Approach

Our Comedy Acting courses are great for anyone who wants to play, laugh and learn. These acting courses are great for those who would like to devise, write or perform comedy sketches and scenes in groups.

We also do stand-up comedy courses too!

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PAYMENT OPTIONS

You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.

10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

INDUSTRY TUTORS

City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

DATE DAY TIME (BST) DURATION TUTOR VENUE PRICE BOOKING
27 Apr Sat 10:30-17:30 1 day Miranda Bell City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £139.00
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29 Jun Sat 10:00-17:00 1 day Natasha Rickman City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £139.00
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31 Aug Sat 10:30-17:30 1 day Miranda Bell City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £139.00
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26 Oct Sat 10:30-17:30 1 day Miranda Bell City Academy at 10 Herbal Hill £139.00
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PAYMENT OPTIONS

You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.

ONLINE & PHONE PAYMENTS

Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833.

CASH & CHEQUE PAYMENTS

Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 38 Rosebery Avenue, London, EC1R 4RN
Cheque - You can also pay by cheque by filling out this form (click here) and posting it to the address above.

10% DISCOUNT AVAILABLE

If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.

INDUSTRY TUTORS

City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.

CANCELLATIONS POLICY

We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)

All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.

ACTING SUMMER SCHOOL

Our Acting Summer School offers a wide range of acting masterclasses and workshops from screen acting and Shakespeare across five full days of tuition.

ENJOY WITH FRIENDS OR COLLEAGUES

City Academy delivers bespoke workshops for groups and teams! Enjoy this course at a time and place to suit you. Whether you're a group of friends or a team looking for a creative activity, get in touch to explore ideas today.

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