Learn new skills and meet new people with Manchester’s longest running improv and stand-up workshops. ComedySportz runs regular courses in Improv, Stand Up and Sketch Writing so whether you’re looking to learn new performance skills, develop confidence in public speaking or just want to meet new people then our workshops have something for you.
Think you might like to play with ComedySportz someday and join a worldwide network of shows and performers? All of our players are graduates of our workshops – though taking the course is no guarantee of being added to our roster.
All of our workshop facilitators are practising performers with many years of experience working with all ages and abilities. Our facilitators and workshops are accredited by CSz Worldwide.
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We also run workshops for schools and businesses.
With an emphasis on confidence and communication, we believe our workshops and courses have plenty of transferable skills for life onstage… and off! The benefits of our improv workshops were featured in this 2017 Guardian article. We are delighted and proud that our workshops have had such a profound and transformative effect on so many – as well as being lots of fun! You can read the article here.
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
If you would like to sign up for multiple workshops at the same time please email us as we do not currently have the payment system set up for this arrangement. Likewise, if you are making a booking on behalf of a third party please drop us an email first so that we can sign them up appropriately.
Some workshops prices include a £30 non-refundable deposit. If you would like to discuss alternative payments please don’t hesitate to get in touch and enquire about our workshops via our contact us page.
Please bear with us as we implement and improve our new payment system.
WEEKEND INTENSIVES
Foundation in Improv – 2 DAY INTENSIVE
| 2 Day Intensive Foundation in Improv No previous experience necessary. Workshops cover the core skills and tenets of Improvised performance; Yes And, Listening, Character, Story, Objects, Scene Work and Games. The course has plenty to offer whether you’re looking to learn new performance skills, develop confidence, work on your communication and listening or just want to meet new people in a fun and friendly environment. All condensed into a two day workshop where by the end of it you will have the skills and techniques to apply to your intended outcome. 2 day intensive. May 4th - 5th. 12.30pm - 5pm each day. Kings Arms, Salford. £75 for the weekend. |
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Stand Up Comedy – 2 DAY INTENSIVE
| No previous experience necessary. Whether you’re looking to start your onstage career, develop presentation skills or build confidence in public speaking in a fun and friendly environment you’ll find plenty to enjoy in this course. You’ll receive feedback on your material as we help you find and hone your unique comedic voice. The weekend will cover everything from material generation to microphone technique and etiquette in a safe and supportive setting. This course ends with a showcase night for family and friends. 2 day intensive. May 4th - 5th. 12.30pm - 5pm each day. Kings Arms, Salford. £75 for the weekend. |
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Sketch Comedy Writing- 2 DAY INTENSIVE
| No previous experience necessary. Ever fancied yourself as the next best thing in comedy writing? This two day course will explore the various techniques needed to craft the finest comedy material for stage, screen and radio. Sessions cover everything from creating memorable characters to finding that killer punchline. Workshoppers also receive a free ComedySportz notebook and pen to jot down all your fantastic gags and ideas! May 18th-19th 2019. 12.30-5pm, Kings Arms, Salford. £75 for the weekend. |
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Longform Improv- 2 DAY INTENSIVE
| Previous improv/performance experience encouraged but not a prerequisite. This two day course will look at the techniques of performance associated with creating longer improvisations. We will look at elements of clowning, working with ‘truth’ and narrative as well as introducing you to various longform formats and edits. Ideal for actors and improvisers wanting a new challenge. 1st - 2nd June 2019. 12.30pm- 5pm each day. Kings Arms, Salford, £75 for the weekend. |
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Musical Improv- 2 DAY INTENSIVE
| Some basic improv scene knowledge would be useful for this 2 day intensive, but not crucial. Rachel and Felix will take you through all the basics of improvising a song, including structure, rhythm and melody. You’ll then move on to find out how songs fit into a play to create a musical, and how to improvise lyrics that fit the plot! The workshop is perfect for anyone hoping to expand their skill set or try something new and more importantly being able to sing/musical knowledge is NOT a pre-requisite. 15th-16th June 2019. 12.30pm-5pm each day. £85 for the weekend. |
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Presentation Skills- 1 DAY INTENSIVE
| CSzUK presents a 1 day intensive workshop in Presentation Skills. We currently boast nearly 15 years of teaching comedy in Manchester, as well as around the country and some other parts of the world... Taking experience from the demanding environment of stand-up comedy, this workshop helps unlock creative thinking and building authentic confidence in front of an audience. This short intensive session will cover some practical methods and discussion on how to increase engagement, better storytelling and ad-libbing while staying on topic. Sunday 19th May. 12.30-5pm. Kings Arms, Salford. £45 for this workshop (or £10 non refundable deposit, the remainder needed by the course date). |
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Character Improv- 1 DAY INTENSIVE
| This workshop will focus on different methods of coming up with characters, defining features of characters (such as voice, posture and attitude), along with tropes and stock characters. In the second half of the workshop we will delve deeper into wants and choices, status and learning short-form games that focus specifically on character. Saturday 18th May. 12.30pm - 5pm. Kings Arms, Salford. £45 for this workshop. |
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Stand Up Comedy, Your Next 5 Minutes- 1 DAY INTENSIVE
| Kate McCabe will guide you through creating and working on your next 5 minutes of stand up comedy. Are you a stand-up in a writing slump? Treat yourself to a jump start. Developing your next 5 is an all day intensive stand-up writing session inclusive of a showcase We'll crack open those new threads that you've been MEANING to see to. Bring your writer's kit and be prepared to workshop your 'bits' to performance precision. Saturday 1st June. 12.30pm - 5pm. Kings Arms, Salford. £45 for this workshop. |
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Foundation in Improv.
No previous experience necessary. Workshops cover the core skills and tenets of Improvised performance; Yes And, Listening, Character, Story, Objects, Scene Work and Games. The course has plenty to offer whether you’re looking to learn new performance skills, develop confidence, work on your communication and listening or just want to meet new people in a fun and friendly environment. Each session will focus on a different skill area with a mix of solo and group exercises with a keen emphasis on play.
The course runs Saturdays 1-3pm for 8 weeks. Next dates TBA.
Workshops are held in the main theatre space of the Kings Arms, Salford. The full cost of the course is £100 (£90 concessions). You can pay in full now or pay a non-refundable £30 deposit to secure your space with the rest payable when the course starts. Once payment is made we’ll be in touch with more details about the course.
Beginning Stand Up Comedy
No previous experience necessary. Whether you’re looking to start your onstage career, develop presentation skills or build confidence in public speaking in a fun and friendly environment you’ll find plenty to enjoy in this course. You’ll receive regular feedback on your material as we help you find and hone your unique comedic voice. Workshops cover everything from material generation to microphone technique and etiquette in a safe and supportive setting. This course ends with a showcase night for family and friends.
The course running Saturdays 12.30-2.30pm for 8 weeks is now full. However, due to high demand we will now be running a second course that will run 2.30-4.30pm for 8 weeks. Next dates TBA. Limited spaces are still available.
Workshops are held in the studio theatre space of the Kings Arms, Salford. The full cost of the course is £105 (£95 concessions). You can pay in full now or pay a non-refundable £30 deposit to secure your space with the rest payable when the course starts. Once payment is made we’ll be in touch with more details about the course.
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