Stand Up Comedy Improvers with Public Gig
For performers with beginner-course or gig experience. Covers joke writing, performance, audience adaptability and industry insight, ending with a public gig.
Location
Farringdon, London
Course length
7 weeks including public gig
Days
Sundays or Thursdays
Times
Sunday 13:15-15:15; Thursday 18:30-20:30
Price
£285
Location
How to book & contact
Reviews
Real reviews from students who took this course, found across the web.
While specific reviews for the 'Improvers' level were not explicitly labeled in the search results, students of City Academy's stand-up comedy program (specifically the Beginners course led by the same tutor, Kate Smurthwaite) report highly positive experiences. Reviewers highlight the supportive teaching style, structured lessons, and the effectiveness of the course in building performance confidence. General feedback for City Academy as a provider is mixed, with praise for teaching quality and social opportunities, but some criticism regarding high fees and rigid cancellation policies.
Timothy Kikke
Trustpilot · November 1, 2024
I did the Stand Up Comedy Beginners course with showcase at City Academy, and I’m still buzzing 4 months later... Our tutor Kate was an absolute legend - she's so funny, supportive, and also somehow managed to turn a room full of nervous wrecks into a bunch of confident(ish) comedians in just a few weeks. The course was brilliantly structured, the group were great, and the showcase was one of the best things I’ve done in years.
Anonymous
Reddit (r/Standup) · Unknown
I did the City Academy course with Kate Smurthwaite. tbh - it was fine, she's cool, and it was fun to do the course and make some friends.
Jacob
Trustpilot · April 23, 2024
I have found that the classes are clearly planned out and taught by people with real experience who genuinely care about your goals and want to help. Students are nurtured to find the best version of themselves. You are encouraged to ask questions if you don't understand.
Hanaa GB
Trustpilot · July 2, 2024
Made some great memories and friends there. The classes are really helpful and fun.
Ana Sofia Cardoso
Trustpilot · April 2, 2025
High fees for classes with very poor conditions and little flexibility if you cannot attend classes.
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