The Joke Lab: Workshop Your Stand-Up Comedy Material
Thursday 23 July from 6:30pm to 9pm Thursday 27 August from 6:30pm to 9pm Thursday 24 September from 6:30pm to 9pm Thursday 22 October from 6:30pm to 9pm Thursday 26 November from 6:30pm to 9pm
The Joke Lab is a monthly workshop for comedians who want to improve their material.
Bring your jokes, stories, half-finished ideas, or even a blank page.
You'll workshop material with other comedians, receive feedback, test new ideas, and leave with practical ways to strengthen your set.
This is not a performance night and it's not an open mic. The focus is on development, experimentation and getting better.
Suitable for:
Graduates of stand-up comedy courses
Newcomers to comedy who are preparing for their next gig
Experienced comedians developing new material
Anyone looking for structured feedback on their comedy
For those who are completely new to comedy, we recommend our:
What to expect in The Joke Lab workshop:
Writing exercises
Material development activities
Feedback from the group
Opportunities to test jokes and stories
Practical techniques for improving your stand-up
The session is facilitated by Dave Crisante, Director of the Sydney Comedy School, or one of our comedy experts.
Championship Opportunity
Several spots in the monthly show Stand-Up Comedy Championship are reserved for Joke Lab attendees. This show has been running for four years.
The winner of the Championships goes straight to the grand final event at the Sydney Comedy Store.
Location and timings
Arrive from 5:30pm if you'd like to join us for burgers and drinks before the workshop.
The Joke Lab runs from 6:30pm to 9:00pm in the Sun Room on Level 1 of The Abercrombie, with a short break midway through.