Comedy Acting Classes - Level 1

About this course

The course explores comedy through physical comedy, sitcom and sketch scenarios, scripted material and improvisation. Participants work on comic characters, archetypes, behaviours and situations, while examining how body, voice, movement and gesture contribute to performance. Sessions address comic timing, rhythm, pauses and the Rule of Three, alongside ensemble work and individual performance. Participants rehearse and perform a short solo comedy piece for their classmates, applying the techniques developed during the course.

What you'll learn

• Apply the Rule of Three in physical comedy and scripted performance
• Use rhythm, pace and pauses to shape comic text
• Develop and portray believable comedy characters and archetypes
• Apply voice, movement, gesture and physicality in performance
• Work with scripts and scenarios from sketches, sitcoms and physical comedy
• Rehearse and perform a short solo comedy piece

Is this course right for you?

The course is labelled Beginner and is described as open to everyone, including those without comedy or acting experience. However, the provider recommends an introductory course first for learners who are completely new to comedy acting. Participation includes improvisation, ensemble work, physical exercises and performing individually for classmates.

• Includes both collaborative ensemble work and an individual solo performance
• Involves physical movement, voice and gesture
• Learners perform a short piece for their classmates

Before you go

• Wear comfortable clothing that allows movement.