🎭 Getting Ready for Your Comedy Taster Session: Things to Think About Before You Come





Before You Come Along – A Few Things to Try 🎭

You don’t need any comedy experience — just bring yourself and a willingness to have a go. If you want to get the most out of the session, here are a few things you can do beforehand:

👀 Watch some stand-up comedy
Spend some time watching different comedians and notice what makes you laugh. Think about:

  • What type of comedy do you enjoy?

  • Do you like storytelling, one-liners, observations, characters, or something else?

  • How do comedians use their voice, timing, and expressions?

✍️ Start collecting ideas
Great comedy often comes from everyday life. Before the session, think about:

  • Funny things that have happened to you

  • Strange things you have noticed

  • Things that annoy you or make you laugh

  • Embarrassing moments that you can now see the funny side of

📱 Keep a note of ideas
Bring a notebook or use your phone to write down any thoughts, funny observations, or stories that come to mind. Don’t worry if they aren’t jokes yet — ideas are where comedy starts.

🎤 Bring something you could talk about
If you feel brave, bring along:

  • A funny story from your life

  • A joke you like

  • A topic you find interesting or amusing

  • Something you would like to turn into a comedy idea

🎬 Watch Some Stand-Up Before You Come

One of the best ways to start understanding comedy is to watch different comedians and notice what makes them funny.

Before the session, why not spend some time watching a few different styles of stand-up? Think about:

  • What type of comedy makes you laugh?
  • Do you enjoy storytelling, observations, one-liners, or characters?
  • How do comedians use timing, pauses, voice, and delivery?

We have put together a selection of comedians you might enjoy watching:

👉 Comedians to Watch Before Your Comedy Taster Session

Don’t worry about copying anyone’s style — the aim is simply to explore different types of comedy and start thinking about what makes people laugh.

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🎬 Comedians you might want to watch

Try watching a few different comedy styles to see what appeals to you. For example:

  • Michael McIntyre – storytelling and everyday observations

  • Jimmy Carr – quick one-liners and wordplay

  • Romesh Ranganathan – personal stories and observations

  • Sarah Millican – conversational and personal comedy

Most importantly — don’t try to write a perfect joke before you arrive. The session is about exploring ideas, having fun, and getting a taste of what stand-up comedy is all about.


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