Beginner performing stand-up comedy on stage during workshop in Sydney
AU$239.00
Next: Sat, 25 Jul 9:00AM (AEST)

Stand-up Comedy Course for Beginners


Discover the art of stand-up comedy in this fun and supportive one-day intensive workshop in Sydney. Perfect for absolute beginners, this course introduces you to the fundamentals of writing and performing your own comedic material.

You’ll explore how to craft jokes, develop your unique comic persona, and confidently deliver your material on stage. Whether you're curious about comedy, looking to boost your public speaking confidence, or keen to try something creative, this workshop gives you practical tools and real performance experience.

By the end of the day, you’ll have the opportunity to test your material in a safe and encouraging environment, with an optional performance session to showcase your new skills.

Course Outline

  • Writing and structuring comedic material with strong punchlines.
  • Developing a unique comic persona and identifying themes.
  • Microphone technique, stage presence, and audience engagement.

Schedule & Pricing

  • One-day workshop, 9:00am–2:30pm.
  • Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039.
  • Course fee from $239 (subject to session date).

Additional Information

  • Full-day attendance is required.
  • Optional end-of-day performance (time permitting).
  • Curriculum order may vary to suit class needs.

Details

5 hours 30 minutes

You will learn

  • Identify and develop your unique comic persona
  • Write and structure effective stand-up material
  • Build confidence with microphone and stage skills

You will get

  • A full day of hands-on comedy training
  • Supportive feedback from an experienced tutor
  • Optional live performance opportunity

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

Sydney Community College

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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.

Terms

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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