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Write a New 5 Minutes of Stand-Up 6 Week Online Masterclass for Women & LGBTQIA+ Folk

Write Some Comedy
  • Performance
  • Online
  • £350
Jane Postlethwaite

Course leader

Jane Postlethwaite

Start 2025 off with a bang and achieve you comedy dreams! Are you ready to try writing your first 5 minutes of stand up? Maybe you want to add a fresh 5 minutes to your existing set?

In this 6 week Stand Up Comedy Online Masterclass we will work on drawing out the best comedy material from your life and experiences. This masterclass provides you will a safe space to explore new material, be around similar minded folk, will save you time and money in the long run. 

What does the course include?

✅ You will get weekly homework to draw out your material

✅ Coaching on your material

✅ As a group we will help each other / give feedback

✅ You will get writing exercises & tools to generate comedy

✅ Tips for making things funny

✅ Finding your niche, voice & persona 

✅ Comedy resources for research

✅ Stagecraft advice 

✅ Final week you will try out your new set 

✅ Info on how to get gigs / sell yourself

✅ How to set up gigs / run a comedy night

✅ Tips for MC-ing a gig

✅ How to embrace digital content and promote yourself on social media

✅ And loads more!

When is the Masterclass? 

Monday 17 February - 7-9.30pm

Monday 24 February - 7-9.30pm

Monday 3 March - 7-9.30pm

Monday 10 March - 7-9.30pm 

Monday 17 March -  7-9.30pm

Monday 24 March - Final performance night from 7-9.30pm

The time is UK Time and all dates take place on Zoom.

Who is this Masterclass for?

The masterclass is designed for people with some comedy writing experience and also beginners who are looking to try something new or elevate their comedy careers. You will be given not only writing skills, but a guide to how you can navigate and reach your comedy goals. 

Previous students are regulars on the comedy scene, are taking their one person shows to festivals, getting their scripts on the radio and achieving amazing things!

Why is the Masterclass just for Women & LGBTQIA+ folk?

We've found that women and LGBTQIA+ Folk are often the minority when it comes to comedy or the creative fields. They often feel more supported and safe in an  environment with people who they can relate to especially when they're stepping out of their comfort zone.

How much is it?

£380 for the 6 week Masterclass or special discounted price for BCG PRO members. 

Limited places per Masterclass. 

PLEASE NOTE: No refunds once ticket has been purchased. You are also agreeing that there will be no refunds once you have completed the workshop.

Where is the Masterclass?

Online on Zoom on UK Time. Zoom is free to use and you still get to interact, ask questions and join in. Sign in details will be sent to you a few days before the event. You will receive homework each week between sessions.

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