Trust your comic instincts and develop your craft

Comedy Acting Level 1 Classes

Comedy Acting Level 1 Classes

Discover the art of making people laugh in our Comedy Acting Classes - Level 1.

This fun and supportive comedy course will give you the tools to create solo and ensemble comedy performances while exploring a variety of scripts, scenarios, and character types. It's perfect for those just starting out with an interest in comedic acting, as well as those with experience in drama or other genres who'd like to branch out.

Through practical exercises, improvisation, and script work, you’ll learn to connect with audiences, deliver punchlines with precision, and develop your own comic voice. Whether you want to build confidence, explore performance for the first time, or sharpen your comedic timing, you’ll leave with a stronger grasp of the craft - and a lot of laughs along the way.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE

Channel your humour to create funny, memorable performances.

  • Build comedic confidence: Learn to perform in front of others with energy and ease.
  • Develop authentic characters: Go beyond stereotypes to create memorable, believable comic roles.
  • Master timing and rhythm: Understand how to use pace and pause.
  • Expand your range: Work with a variety of comedy forms from sketch to sitcom.
  • Boost creativity: Use improvisation to unlock ideas and fresh material.
  • Perform with presence: Command attention on stage through voice, movement, and characterisation.

Classes Starting Soon

Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
11 Sep 2026 - 16 Oct 2026
Fri
18:10-20:30
6 weeks
£275.00
11
Sep
11 Sep 2026 - 16 Oct 2026
£275.00
Day:Fri
Time:18:10-20:30
Duration:6 weeks
Tutor: Miranda Bell
Truth in Comedy

Find the truth in comedy characters and situations, creating humour that feels authentic and engaging.

Performance Energy

Learn how to create positive performance energy, helping you feel more confident on stage.

Comic Rhythm

Master the rhythm of comic text and improvisation, exploring timing, pacing and delivery for maximum effect.

Your Comic Style

Explore the characteristic behaviours and performance choices that make you funny.

Comedy Archetypes

Understand and perform classic comedy archetypes, developing bold characters with clarity and confidence.

Scripts and Scenarios

Work with material from physical comedy, sitcoms and sketches, building range across different comic styles.

New to Comedy Acting?

If you’re brand new to comedy acting, we recommend starting with our Comedy Acting Introduction Course before joining this class.

Useful information

Do I need comedy or acting experience?

Not at all. This course is open to all levels however if you’re completely new to comedy acting, we recommend starting with our Comedy Acting Introduction Course.

What should I bring?
Just some comfortable clothing you can move in and an open mind ready to play.
Will we perform to an audience?
Yes – you’ll rehearse and perform a short solo comedy piece for your classmates at the end of the course.
What can I do after this course?

What can I do after this course?

You might progress to one of our Improvisation courses, explore Improvisation, or join a Theatre Company to develop your performance skills further.

Want to learn more?

Students often combine this course with other acting, improvisation, and writing classes to broaden their performance skills and creative confidence

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Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking
11 Sep 2026 - 16 Oct 2026
Fri
18:10-20:30
6 weeks
£275.00
11
Sep
11 Sep 2026 - 16 Oct 2026
£275.00
Day:Fri
Time:18:10-20:30
Duration:6 weeks
Tutor: Miranda Bell

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Cancellations Policy

Our cancellation policy depends on the course you have booked.

 

Weekly courses and one-day workshops
Cancel at least 72 hours before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer to another available date. Cancellations made within 72 hours will receive course credit instead.

 

Intensive courses of five consecutive days or more
Cancel at least 7 days before your course starts to receive a full refund, course credit or a free transfer. Cancellations made with less than 7 days’ notice will usually receive course credit instead.

 

We are unable to offer refunds for missed classes or non-attendance.

Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off*

Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off*

*Please note 2ORMORE & 3ORMORE - this offer cannot be redeemed against our One year, 3 Month Courses , Private tuition, Tasters, or Resident Companies i.e. Choirs, Musical Theatre or Dance companies. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
City Academy, Farringdon
Closest Station: Farringdon
Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden
Miranda Bell
Miranda Bell

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