Stand-up Comedy Course for Beginners
Discover the art of stand-up comedy in this fun and intensive one-day workshop in Sydney. Perfect for beginners, this course introduces you to the fundamentals of writing and performing comedic material in a supportive and creative environment.
You’ll explore how to craft jokes, develop your unique comedic persona, structure a routine, and confidently deliver punchlines. Whether you’re curious about comedy, want to boost your public speaking confidence, or are considering a future in entertainment, this course provides practical tools and hands-on experience.
By the end of the day, you’ll have the opportunity to perform your material in front of the class, with the potential to showcase your new skills in a real comedy venue setting.
Course Content
- Writing and structuring comedic material.
- Developing a comic persona and identifying themes.
- Microphone techniques, stage presence, and audience engagement.
Schedule & Pricing
- One-day workshop: 9:00am – 2:30pm.
- Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039.
- Course fee: $239.
Additional Information
- Attendance for the full day is required.
- Optional end-of-session performance if time permits.
- Class size is limited to ensure individual feedback.
Details
You will learn
- Identify and develop your unique comic persona
- Write and structure effective stand-up material
- Build confidence performing with microphone and stage presence
You will get
- A full day of practical comedy training
- Supportive feedback from tutor and peers
- Opportunity to perform your own stand-up routine
Appropriate for
Beginners with no prior experience, aspiring comedians, and anyone wanting to build confidence in public speaking or storytelling.
Preparation
What to bring
- A4 notebook
- Pen or pencil
- Eraser
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
Sydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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