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SUMMARY:Stand Up to Stand Out
DESCRIPTION:This is a great introduction for those new to stand up and the ideal opportunity to unleash your comedy ‘mojo’. \n\n\n\n\nNeed a confidence boost?\n\n\n\nWant to write new comedy material and develop your performance style?\n\n\n\nPerforming stand up comedy\, presenting online or speaking in public for the first time?\n\n\n\nNervous about using humour?\n\n\n\nThen this workshop needs YOU!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nLynne Parker\, the founder of Funny Women\, has been running her comedy workshops since 2009 and we’ve witnessed the genesis of many comedy careers here at Funny Women through our Awards and community events. Hundreds of women have gained the confidence to perform on stage and in the boardroom. Now that ‘performances’ have expanded to both in person and online environments\, communication and presentation skills are a top priority. \n\n\n\nThis workshop covers: \n\n\n\n\nBuilding the confidence to perform\n\n\n\nDeveloping your personal style or ‘persona’\n\n\n\nIntroducing techniques to create new material\n\n\n\nAdvice on how to ‘up your game’\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nHere’s what past participants say: \n\n\n\n“Thanks for a fabulous experience I had a wonderful two hours! I was also blown away by your lovely comments I really never expected anyone to think I had any talent!” \n\n\n\n“Thank you so much for your inspiration and the confidence we gained from the workshop.” \n\n\n\n“Thank you for hosting a fabulous session on Saturday – the turn out and commitment to everything was great and demonstrates to me how invaluable Funny Women is in showcasing and developing female led comedy.” \n\n\n\nThis is a two hour workshop. \n\n\n\nJoin Patreon now and take part in this workshop free of charge! \n\n\n\nHalf price for members of The Groucho Club. 
URL:https://funnywomen.com/eventinfo/stand-up-to-stand-out-2/
LOCATION:Groucho Club\, 45 Dean Street\, London\, W1D 4QB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Comedy Crash Course
DESCRIPTION:We’re committed to building the next generation of comedic talent and our brilliant Comedy Crash Course is an accessible and inclusive fast-track towards performing\, writing and creating comedy.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing an hour a day of expert coaching and guidance from brilliant industry experts and an opportunity to perform in an online showcase at the end of the week. \n\n\n\nLynne Parker Founder & CEO\, Funny Women CIC\, TEDX Speaker\, Writer & Facilitator\, Comedy Coach and podcast host. Lynne will kickstart the week with a workshop that connects you\, builds your confidence and gets your creativity flowing. \nMariana Feijó is a queer\, Portuguese multidisciplinary artist\, comedian\, writer\, photographer\, content producer and podcaster\, with international practice\, based in London. Her practice started from a necessity to learn how to communicate and create community. She believes in pushing the boundaries of conventional comedic performance through collaboration and the combining of different art forms\, confident that true original work can’t be developed within set frames. \nAJ Stubberfield is an acclaimed creative with over 15 years of experience as a writer\, performer and stand-up comic who just happens to be transmasculine\, working class and queer! Their work delves into experiences of life\, love\, identity\, and mental health with creativity\, playfulness\, and humour on stage and screen. After embarking on a journey to discover and express their authentic voice in the creative industry\, they are passionate about empowering others to do the same\, guiding aspiring creatives in their careers\, sharing industry insights\, and fostering their growth through mentorship. \nSiân Rowland is a playwright whose latest play The Cracks was runner up for the prestigious Popcorn new writing award. Her writing has recently been long-listed for the Bruntwood award and the Female Comedy Pilots Club and she has written for the NewsRevue London and Edinburgh shows. Whether you’re planning a sitcom or simply want to find your comedy voice\, she’ll be tapping into her experience to help you elevate your comedy writing to the next level. \nDaily workshops are held on Zoom\, from 12.00pm to 1.00pm Monday to Thursday and recorded should you miss a day. All times\, UK times! \n\n\n\nCulminating in a live online showcase on Friday\, where you’ll perform or present your pitch and receive invaluable feedback from facilitators and peers. This is split into two parts with an hour interval 11.30am to 12.30pm & 1.00pm to 2.00pm. All times\, UK times! \n\n\n\nWhat past participants say: \n\n\n\n“I needed to prepare for my first official standup gig and this course was perfect. Packed with information\, tips and encouragement. Lovely atmosphere\, even on Zoom! The course leaders and speakers were true experts and their feedback was extremely helpful. Brilliant!” \n“This course was absolutely exceptional. I was a little scared of it when I signed up but it’s such a brilliant safe space that I didn’t feel out of my comfort zone. The advice was fantastically helpful and the live showcases were exciting and motivating. I really enjoyed every second thank you and am now going to start working on material for a live show!” \n“Feels like being on an adventurous playground with your favourite mates.” \n“It was a brilliantly diverse line-up of talented industry professionals who gave us great techniques to try out new ideas while giving constructive and helpful feedback.” \n\n\n\n“All the guest speakers were excellent. They were kind and non-judgemental and gave us the confidence to try things without filtering ourselves. I would especially recommend this course to people who are starting out in comedy and in need of an extra boost!” \n\n\n\nFull price £75 (+ VAT) plus booking fee. \n\n\n\nPatreon rate £50 (+VAT) plus booking fee. To find out how to join Patreon all the details are here
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