Stand-up Comedy Course for Beginners
Curious about stand-up comedy? This one-day intensive workshop introduces you to the art of crafting and delivering comedic material in a fun, supportive environment. Perfect for beginners, this course guides you through writing jokes, developing your comedic persona, and performing on stage.
You’ll explore how to structure a routine, sharpen punchlines, and build confidence with microphone and stage techniques. By the end of the day, you’ll have created your own material and have the opportunity to perform it in front of the class — with the possibility of showcasing your new skills at a real comedy venue.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and develop your unique comic persona.
- Apply practical tools for writing and structuring stand-up material.
- Confidently perform a short routine using effective stage techniques.
Course Content
- Writing and structuring comedic material.
- Developing a comic persona and themes.
- Microphone skills, stage presence and audience engagement.
Schedule & Pricing
- One-day workshop: 9:00am–2:30pm.
- Location: Sydney Community College, Rozelle.
- Please check the website for upcoming dates and current pricing.
Additional Information
- Attendance for the full day is required.
- Optional end-of-session performance (time permitting).
Details
You will learn
- Identify your unique comic persona
- Write and structure original stand-up material
- Perform confidently using mic and stage skills
You will get
- A full day of expert-led comedy training
- Supportive environment to test new material
- Opportunity to perform your own routine
Appropriate for
Beginners with no prior experience who want to explore stand-up comedy or build confidence in public speaking and storytelling.
Preparation
What to bring
- A4 notebook
- Pen or pencil
- Eraser
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney 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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