Week 3: Stand Up Beginner's Course

Six week course beginning on Sunday 27th September (11am-2pm) - then on 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th October and 1st November.

This course is for people who have never done stand-up comedy or new comedians looking to sharpen their act. We will look at the very basics of stand-up comedy and make your first set to perform live - from learning to write jokes, structure your work and performance skills to how to apply for gigs on the London circuit. 

The course will culminate in your own show at Angel Comedy! Most importantly, it is a great way to make friends and have fun in a creative and supportive environment.

Cost: £180 (NHS and unemployment discounts available - just ask). 

To enquire/pay for this course please contact the instructor directly: ben.target@gmail.com

Ben Target: Biography

Ben Target is an award-winning comedian and critically acclaimed artist. He won the national stand-up accolade: Leicester Mercury Comedian of the Year, and was nominated for the prestigious Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer. He has written and performed for Comedy Central, Channel 4, All 4, BBC2, BBC3, BBC Radio 4 and Absolute Radio.

Ben has taught stand-up comedy for Soho Theatre’s Young Company, Angel Comedy, Battersea Arts Centre and The Albany Arts Centre. Previous alumni have gone on to receive Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer and Funny Women Stage Award nominations. He has also worked as a creative consultant for comedians including: Jamali Maddix, Joe Lycett, Kieran Hodgson, Richard Gadd, Adam Riches, Joz Norris and John Hastings