Home›Comedy & stand up courses›Stand Up Comedy›Stand Up Comedy – Beginners with Showcase Stand Up Comedy - Beginners with Showcase BOOK NOW Details Booking & timetable Venues Tutors Our Stand Up Comedy - Beginners Course is your chance to learn the fundamentals of entertaining an audience through your unique comic voice, and perform in a live Showcase at a central London venue. Throughout the course, you’ll explore a variety of techniques to boost your confidence, sharpen your wit, and master the stage. You’ll work with an experienced comedy tutor to write, structure, and rehearse original material while learning the art of delivery and timing. Whether you’re an aspiring performer or a curious beginner, this course will give you the creative tools, industry insight, and stage experience to create your own sets and delight the crowd. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE There's no thrill quite like landing your first punchline. Build confidence performing comedy in a supportive beginner-friendly environment Learn how to turn everyday observations, stories and ideas into stand-up material Develop your own comic voice and performance style Gain practical tools for writing, editing and structuring jokes Learn how to manage nerves and feel more comfortable on stage Receive constructive feedback to help shape your material Work towards a live showcase performance Experience the excitement of sharing your own comedy with an audience Comic Voice Explore what makes your perspective funny and begin developing your own unique stand-up style. Joke Writing Learn how to shape ideas into jokes, building stronger setups, punchlines and comic turns. Material Development Develop original comedy material from personal stories, observations and everyday experiences. Set Structure Understand how to structure a short stand-up set so your material feels clear, confident and well-paced. Stage Presence Build confidence with microphone technique, delivery, timing and audience awareness. Editing and Refining Learn how to tighten your material, improve rhythm and make each joke land with greater impact. Performance Confidence Practise performing in front of the group, helping you manage nerves and grow more comfortable on stage. Tutor Feedback Receive constructive guidance from your tutor to help strengthen your writing and performance choices. Live Showcase Bring your material together in a final showcase, performing your stand-up set in front of an audience. Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 05 Oct 2026 - 16 Nov 2026 Mon 18:30-20:30 7 weeks (inc. showcase) Kate Smurthwaite City Academy, Farringdon £285.00 Book Now 05 Oct 05 Oct 2026 - 16 Nov 2026 £285.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-20:30 Duration:7 weeks (inc. showcase) Tutor: Kate Smurthwaite Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Useful Information 1 Do I need previous experience? No, this course is suitable for complete beginners and those who have dabbled in comedy before. 2 Will I have to perform in front of people? Yes! Performance is part of the process, but we build up to it in a supportive and encouraging way so you feel ready. 3 How long is the Showcase set? Typically between 3–5 minutes, depending on the class size. 4 Can I invite friends and family to the Showcase? Absolutely! The Showcase is for an invited audience and it’s a great way to celebrate your achievement. 5 Will I get feedback? Yes, you’ll receive friendly, constructive feedback throughout the course to help you improve your material and delivery. Other students have also been interested in Students often combine this course with other acting, improvisation, and writing classes to broaden their performance skills and creative confidence Improvisation Classes Sitcom Writing Beginners Acting Beginners Course Back To all Stand Up Comedy Courses Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Sarah IlesKate Smurthwaite Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 06 Sep 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 Sun 11:00-13:00 7 weeks (inc. showcase) Sarah Iles City Academy, Farringdon £256.50 10% OFF Book Now 05 Oct 2026 - 16 Nov 2026 Mon 18:30-20:30 7 weeks (inc. showcase) Kate Smurthwaite City Academy, Farringdon £285.00 Book Now 06 Sep 06 Sep 2026 - 19 Oct 2026 £256.50 Day:Sun Time:11:00-13:00 Duration:7 weeks (inc. showcase) Tutor: Sarah Iles Venue: City Academy, Farringdon Offer:10% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 05 Oct 05 Oct 2026 - 16 Nov 2026 £285.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-20:30 Duration:7 weeks (inc. showcase) Tutor: Kate Smurthwaite Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Stand Up Comedy – Beginners with Showcase' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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View terms and conditions Book 2 courses at the same time for 10% Off* Copy code to clipboard Book 3 or more courses for get 20% Off* Copy code to clipboard *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 Closest Station: Farringdon Closest Bus Stop: Hatton Garden View Details Get Directions Sarah Iles View Profile Kate Smurthwaite View Profile
