Stand Up Comedy Summer School – 5 Day Course
Five-day stand-up comedy intensive developing material and performance style. Current 2026 cohorts listed in October and December.
Location
City Academy, Farringdon, London
Course length
5 days (Monday–Friday)
Days
12–16 October 2026; 7–11 December 2026
Times
10:00am–4:30pm
Price
£505.75 for 12–16 October 2026 (15% offer); £595 for 7–11 December 2026
Location
How to book & contact
Reviews
Real reviews from students who took this course, found across the web.
Reviews for City Academy's stand-up comedy courses, including the 5-day intensive/summer school, are generally positive. Students highlight the well-structured nature of the intensive format, the supportive and professional environment, and the high quality of tutors such as Kate Smurthwaite and Ben. The courses are noted for building confidence and providing a practical path toward a live showcase performance, though some reviewers mention that the experience is as much about social enjoyment and making friends as it is about technical progression.
Timothy
Trustpilot · November 1, 2024
The intensive 5 day course was absolutely amazing! The course was brilliantly structured, the group were great, and the showcase was one of the best things I’ve done in years (despite my heart rate getting to over 140BPM!!!). City Academy is a total gem—professional, welcoming, and clearly run by people who know their stuff and love what they do. 10/10 would recommend this course.
Anonymous
Reddit · 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.
steven
Trustpilot · July 28, 2023
Comedy Improvers Fantastic. My second course fitted in around work. Our tutor Ben was a natural coach, he built confidence in a great environment but always challenged us to try new stuff. Had such a fun time, learnt loads, and lucky that my fellow students were a great bunch. If you are thinking about a course, just do it.
Anonymous Student
City Academy Website · unknown
I really, really enjoyed my course. The staff were very helpful and the tutor was great too. Learnt a lot from him and will recommend City Academy to friends for sure.
Anonymous Student
City Academy Website · unknown
I never would have imagined I'd learn so many things in such a short time. Also, it awakened my interest in becoming a performing artist!
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