Learn stand-up comedy in Melbourne WITH DOUG CHAPPEL


OCTOBER 24 – 28, 2021

The Rubber Chicken,
South Melbourne


4 spots left

(Until course starts)


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Learn stand-up comedy in Melbourne over 5-evenings from Sunday to Thursday, 6.30 pm to 9.30 pm, from October 24 to 28, 2021. You’ll get the SHKK comedy manual, our complementary online course, video of your graduating performance, professional headshots for future marketing, and loads of one-on-one coaching from our resident comedy coach, Chris Wainhouse, our returning alumna, Lisa Doherty, and guest comedy coach, Doug Chappel.


PRICES:

Student and Concession – $500 + GST

Early Bird – $600 + GST (before March 7 only)

Bring-a-Mate-Rate – $900 + GST (2 people)

Full Fee – $800 + GST

 

Pre-Course:  Online course access

Access the entire School of Hard Knock Knocks stand-up comedy curriculum ahead of the face-to-face course via your phone or PC. Narrated by the legendary comedian Greg Fleet, this online course includes videos examples, audio advice, activities and feedback to ensure you don't feel like a noob on day one. Learn more by clicking here.

Day 1:  Sunday - The Basics, Finding Yourself, Joke Structure and Preparation

Get introduced to the basics of stand-up comedy and the jargon of the comedic industry before jumping into the deep end with your very own mini comedy set. Then, it's time to learn the 'Normal-Normal-Twist' technique, and developing your own original jokes, before trialling them on stage and giving them a polish.

Day 2:  Monday - Generating Content and Building Confidence

Learn to gauge your audience and how to recognise and manage taboo topics while learning confidence building/fear smashing techniques. You’ll also get input on your set from our guest comedian, Doug Chappel, meet the other SHKK alumni and develop more of your original material.

Day 3: Tuesday - Delivery and Controlling a Room

Learn to write a strong open to your comedy set. Tonight students will also have the opportunity to refine some of their own writing, and learn about the open mic circuit, the Australian comedy festivals, such as Adelaide Fringe and Melbourne International Comedy Festivals, as well as life after graduation, with a visit from our returning alumna, Lisa Doherty.

Day 4: Wednesday - The Close, Graduation Preparation and Photo Headshots

School of Hard Knock Knocks graduates headshots

Students receive portrait head and body shots.

Closing your set strong is this night's goal, as well as putting the extra polish on tomorrow night's graduation performance. You'll also model for professional headshots, that are vital for comedy event posters or even acting jobs!

Day 5: Thursday - Graduation Night and Performance

The moment you have been working toward! Perform your stand-up comedy routine in front of family and friends, conquer your fears and perform alongside three professional stand-up comedians. Watch previous graduation videos by clicking here.

Learn stand-up comedy in Melbourne this October 2021

Jason Clarke
Jason Clarke
May 26, 2023.
Having done the Course 6 +/- years ago, This time was better. The wealth of experience brought by Brad, Morry (group leaders), Jeff Green & Marty Fields was incredible!!! So, among the many important things to lean were: Write & record, GET UP in front of a mic., Network! The socializing after the course helped build friendships that I think will last. Well done everyone!
Stella Wu
Stella Wu
May 26, 2023.
Highly recommend anyone who’s interested in stand up comedy!! You will learn so much techniques and insights from professional comedians with 30+ years of experience! Everyone is so nice and supportive. It’s the safest place to explore your comedy journey!
steven bradshaw
steven bradshaw
May 26, 2023.
Loved it! If you’re thinking about trying out stand-up I would 100% recommend. Went from a nervous wreck with a couple of okay jokes to doing a full 5 minutes set in just a week!!!!
The Rubber Chicken
The Rubber Chicken
May 8, 2023.
The Hard Knock Knocks stand-up comedy school develops comedians through structured workshops and coaching by veteran comedians, such as Brad Oakes, Jeff Green, Richard Stubbs, George Kapiniaris, Bev Killick and other greats in the industry. Comedy courses run on weeknights and weekends, and graduates receive photo headshots, and HD videos of their own original comedy set. Post course, graduates are invited to perform alongside headliner comedians in the Punchlines Comedy Club, which is upstairs at The Rubber Chicken.
ryan bones
ryan bones
March 29, 2023.
A really supportive and comprehensive course. A great experience.
William Zhang
William Zhang
March 29, 2023.
I thoroughly enjoyed this course. It was so apparent that Morry and Brad really cared about their students. They prepared us for showmanship on stage and taught us what it meant to write a joke.
Sarah Bliss
Sarah Bliss
March 28, 2023.
Loved every second of it and it was an amazing experience!! Brad and Morry provide a fantastic curriculum and you will leave with a tight 4 min set. 10/10
Caro Moore
Caro Moore
January 27, 2023.
Great experience! Such a nice and supportive environment and graduation night is such a buzz! Brad and Morry where awesome.
Sean uploaded
Sean uploaded
January 27, 2023.
Really well organised. Morry and Brad were great😀
Amit Padwal
Amit Padwal
January 27, 2023.
Mory and Brad were amazing mentors. Brad let me express myself and was an excellent coach. It was one of the best courses I have done and will help me immensely


BONUS!

Not only will you learn stand-up comedy in Melbourne, but you'll also get the opportunity to perform at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, Melbourne International Comedy Festival, and Sydney Fringe Festival as part of ‘The Best Of’ show, produced every year. Be part of a life changing experience AND get paid for the privilege!

Meet Your Comedy Coaches

Chris Wainhouse - Resident Comedy Coach

Chris Wainhouse ComedianThe resident comedy coach is responsible for developing our nervous nobodies into confident comedians. Comedian Chris Wainhouse is one of the most successful comedians in Australia, having won Raw Comedy in 1999, and travelled the world performing at shows and festivals. He has a wit is dark, yet refreshing, and he's an awesome comedy coach. Learn more about Chris by clicking here

Doug Chappel - Celebrity Guest Comedian

Comedian Doug Chappel

Australian comedian Doug Chappel is one of Australia’s most loved and well travelled stand-up comedians. If he's not MCing at The Comic's Lounge in Melbourne, then he's performing around the country at pubs, clubs and event mining clubs. He's even performed for Australian troops in Afghanistan, Dubai and the Solomon Islands. Doug will be sharing his journey with the comedy students, as well as headlining at the graduation to cap off a fantastic show. Learn more about Doug by clicking here

Lisa Doherty – Returning Alumna

Comedian Lisa Doherty

At each course we invite a previous graduate (alumni) to perform at the School of Hard Knock Knocks graduation. In October it's Lisa Doherty, who'll also be providing insights into the open mic comedy circuit, how to network within the comedy industry, and comedy advice post-graduation. So not only will you learn stand-up comedy in Melbourne, you'll start to build a network of comedians who are already performing in the comedy circuit.


    CONTACT US TODAY

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    We are available to chat, any day of the week, via the chat button below or phone.  Otherwise, we are contactable by email.

    We currently hold workshops in the following capital cities:

    Adelaide

    Melbourne

    Sydney

    Brisbane (Coming soon!)