Calling all funny folk!

Courtesy of the Gympie Regional Council's RADF program comedian Anna Brennan is running The Jester Guild, her crash course in stand-up comedy, via Zoom this August. Over six online sessions students will learn different methods of writing material, as well as performance tips. They will hone their skills into a five minute stand-up comedy set which they will be invited to perform as part of RESET festival in Gympie, hopefully in March 2021, Covid restrictions permitting.

Here's what some past students have to say about the course:

"A comprehensive and supportive crash course on the ins and outs of stand up comedy for beginners, Anna Brennan is a dynamo 5/5 chocolate covered pretzels." Brendon Beltrame, Gympie.

"Anna's course was a great intro to the art of stand-up comedy, and a reminder of why I love this weird, impossible, rewarding, beast. There was a great mix of theory and practice, and the opportunity to meet other people involved in the Queensland comedy scene was a great bonus." Jodie Van De Wetering, Rockhampton.

"My favourite bit was sharing our ideas and getting the feedback. I thought it was cool we had a supportive group and it was interesting to hear everyone’s ideas on the same topic. I’m just really glad I did it and had a great time." Ryan Anderson, Eumundi.

Classes:
7pm - 8.30pm: Tuesday 18th of August
7pm - 8.30pm: Thursday 20th of August
2pm - 5pm: Sunday the 23rd of August
7pm - 8.30pm: Tuesday 25th of August
7pm - 8.30pm: Thursday 27th of August
2pm - 5pm: Sunday the 30th of August

This course is for ages 16+ and comes with adult language and content warnings. Places are strictly limited so get in quick if you want to sign up. Students will need access to a computer or smartphone with a reliable internet connection.