Comedy Crash Course brings students together with professional comedians to develop skills in writing and performing comedy.
Workshops see students participating in improvisation games, writing jokes, telling stories and developing sketches in a relaxed and fun environment. Comedy Crash Course supports the next wave of young comedians, emphasising the importance of building confidence, taking creative risks and celebrating individuality.
Before the workshop
Watch some comedians in action at Melbourne International Comedy Festival on their YouTube channel. Take note of how they present themselves, the kinds of stories they tell and how they interact with the audience.
During the workshop
- Work with an established comedian
- Learn about finding humour in everyday experiences
- Write your own jokes and comedy sketches
- Improvise, build confidence and play in a structured environment
After the workshop
For any students interested in taking comedy performance further, register for the annual Melbourne International Comedy Festival Class Clowns Competition!
Meet the Teaching Artist
In this workshop your students will work with a professional comedian, resourced and trained by the Melbourne International Comedy Festival’s Education and Development department.
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