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Stand Up Comedy Course at Laughing Horse Comedy

Laughing Horse Two Day Beginners Stand-Up Comedy Course

Beginner stand-up course taught by working comedians. Covers material generation, writing, editing, performance and how the comedy industry works, culminating in a short graduation set.

Location

London (Hammersmith), Manchester, Brighton, Edinburgh or Online

Course length

2 days plus graduation show

Days

Various scheduled weekends

Times

Typically 12:00pm-4:30pm; varies by date/location

Price

£119 in person / £109 concessions; £99 online / £89 concessions

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Reviews

Real reviews from students who took this course, found across the web.

Reviews for the Laughing Horse two-day stand-up comedy course are consistently positive, with students highlighting the effectiveness of the practical tools provided, the supportive nature of the tutors (specifically Jay Sodagar), and the course's ability to prepare beginners for their first stage performance. Graduates have noted improvements in confidence and performance skills, with some continuing to perform at open mic nights after completing the training.

Anonymous Reviewer

Three Weeks Magazine

Highly positive

This course has to be one of the best on offer. Once it's over, it's easy to see why so many people want to be stand-ups. Even in a first time set, the thrill of a gag hitting the mark is a powerful drug. Obviously, no two day course is going to make you into the next Frankie Boyle on its own, but for those thinking about a career in stand-up or those who just want to learn a few of the skills this is an excellent place to start.

Dom Hutchins

Laughing Horse Comedy Testimonials

Positive

I did the beginner course in summer 2019 and the intermediate course in autumn 2020. My experience of both courses where nothing but positive. Jay is a great teacher and the course equips you with everything you need to perform your first ever set. I only planned to do the course so I could tell myself that I gave it ago . I now regularly gig open mics around Manchester and about to take part in Beat The Frog at the Frog and Bucket.

David Watson

Laughing Horse Comedy Testimonials

Positive

I have found the course immensely helpful, as an actor for a number of years - with the tutor very supportive and helpful. I have now managed to learn a whole new way to perform in just a couple of days

Duncan Hart

Laughing Horse Comedy Testimonials

Positive

The course has improved my confidence and the open spot I performed went down really well! And it's pretty cheap too! If you've got funny bones, you can do no better.

Stephanie Parker

Laughing Horse Comedy Testimonials

Positive

Jay's courses - the intro through to the advanced - have infused a new vitality and structure into my comedy ethos. I truly believe that had I stumbled onto Jay sooner, I'd have much more to show for my comedy career aspirations.

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