If you’ve already completed our Stand Up Comedy – Beginners with Showcase or have performed at a few gigs and want to sharpen your craft, this course will take your comedy to the next level. Led by an experienced stand-up coach, you’ll develop fresh material, refine your delivery, and learn advanced performance techniques, all culminating in a public gig at a London comedy venue.
This is your chance to build on your stage experience, explore new comedic styles, and gain the confidence to perform for a paying audience. Whether your goal is to start gigging regularly or to simply expand your comedic range, this course gives you the tools, techniques, and insider knowledge to make it happen.
What you will learn
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Write longer, structured stand-up sets that hold audience attention.
- Develop material across multiple styles: political satire, musical comedy, improvised comedy, sketch, and character work.
- Use on-stage improvisation to add spontaneity and variety to your set.
- MC a room confidently, controlling the energy and flow of a show.
- Increase your joke rate, improve punchlines, and integrate physical performance.
- Understand how the comedy industry works, from booking gigs to building your profile.
- Adapt your style for different venues and audiences.
Benefits of Taking This Course
Performing stand up is about more than just jokes — it’s about connecting with your audience, handling unexpected moments, and creating memorable performances. On this course, you’ll:
- Level up your stage presence: Learn to command the room with confidence and authenticity.
- Expand your comedic toolkit: Explore different comedic genres and find your strongest voice.
- Perform to a paying audience: Experience the adrenaline and real-world feedback of a public gig.
- Network with fellow comedians: Build connections that can lead to future gigs and collaborations.
- Receive personalised feedback: Fine-tune your material and delivery with expert guidance.
Master the Mic
Develop your vocal presence and microphone technique to suit any room.
Write Stronger, Funnier Sets
Structure your material for maximum impact and audience engagement.
Experiment with Style
From political satire to musical comedy, discover what works best for you.
Add Improvisation for Energy
Learn to think on your feet and turn unexpected moments into comedy gold.
Perform at a Public Gig
Showcase your refined act in front of a real audience at a London comedy venue.
CLASSES STARTING SOON
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 29 Oct 2025 - 10 Dec 2025 | Wed | 19:00-21:00 | 7 weeks (inc. showcase) | Kate Smurthwaite | City Academy, Farringdon | £285.00 | Book Now Click the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Jan 2026 - 5 Mar 2026 | Sun | 16:00-18:00 | 7 weeks (showcase on 5th March) | Comedy Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £285.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Useful Information
Yes! You’ll need to have completed our Stand Up Comedy – Beginners with Showcase or have performed a few gigs before joining this course.
Absolutely. The course ends with a public gig, giving you the opportunity to perform in front of a paying audience.
That’s normal! We create a supportive and encouraging environment to help you gain confidence, one step at a time.
This course focuses on refining and extending your existing skills, introducing advanced writing, improvisation, MCing, and industry insights.
Yes, you’ll receive ongoing, constructive feedback throughout the course to help you improve your set and delivery.
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Many of our comedy students go on to explore other performance and storytelling courses, perfect for building stage confidence and expanding your creative toolkit.
| DATE | DAY | TIME (BST) | DURATION | TUTOR | VENUE | PRICE | BOOKING | ||
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| 29 Oct 2025 - 10 Dec 2025 | Wed | 19:00-21:00 | 7 weeks (inc. showcase) | Kate Smurthwaite | City Academy, Farringdon | £285.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Jan 2026 - 5 Mar 2026 | Sun | 16:00-18:00 | 7 weeks (showcase on 5th March) | Comedy Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £285.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Select your Entry Level:
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, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct 2025 - 10 Dec 2025 | Wed | 19:00-21:00 | 7 weeks (inc. showcase) | Kate Smurthwaite | City Academy, Farringdon | £285.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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| 25 Jan 2026 - 5 Mar 2026 | Sun | 16:00-18:00 | 7 weeks (showcase on 5th March) | Comedy Tutors | City Academy, Farringdon | £285.00 | Book NowClick the gift icon to gift this course | Book Now Gift this courseClick the gift icon to gift this course |
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Select your Entry Level:
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, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
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.
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