Advanced Programme

Advanced Comedy Development Programme

Take your comedy, storytelling and stagecraft to the next level.

A six-week intensive programme for performers who already have material and are ready to develop a polished, professional-quality set.

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Who Is This For?

For performers ready to level up

  • Graduates of the Comedy Crash Course
  • Aspiring comedians with tested material
  • Speakers who want to become exceptional performers
  • Storytellers looking to sharpen their craft
  • Anyone serious about performing comedy

Entry Requirement

Participants should have:

  • Completed the Comedy Crash Course
  • — or —
  • A written and tested comedy/storytelling set they are actively working on
Programme Structure

Six weeks. Three formats.

6

Weeks Duration

In-Person Sessions

Every Saturday

10:00am – 5:00pm

Wed

Online

Group Coaching

Interactive group coaching and feedback session every Wednesday evening.

1:1

Weekly Mentoring

Private Sessions

Develop material, improve delivery and receive personalised feedback in a private coaching session every week.

What You Will Learn

Eight disciplines of professional comedy

01

Advanced Joke Writing

Develop stronger setups, punchlines and callbacks.

02

Story Construction

Build longer-form stories that captivate audiences.

03

Timing Mastery

Understand rhythm, silence and audience psychology.

04

Stage Presence

Command attention without trying to dominate.

05

Audience Interaction

Learn crowd work, improvisation and adaptability.

06

Performance Confidence

Develop the calm confidence of experienced performers.

07

Finding Your Voice

Discover what makes you unique and memorable.

08

Professional Development

Learn how professional comedians build, test and refine material.

Industry Access

Learn From Working Professionals

Throughout the six weeks, guest performers and professional comedians will join the programme.

  • Meet professional comedians
  • Observe different performance styles
  • Ask questions about the industry
  • Receive feedback from experienced performers
  • Learn practical insights from working professionals
The Goal

What you'll walk away with

  • A stronger, more polished set
  • Improved stage confidence
  • Better storytelling skills
  • Enhanced audience engagement
  • A clear understanding of their comedic voice
  • Material ready for performance opportunities

Ready To Go Beyond The Basics?

Turn good material into great material.

Develop your unique voice.

Learn from professionals.

Perform with confidence.

Apply for the Advanced Programme