Intro to Stand-up course

Dig Deep Improv is proud to present this Intro to Stand-Up course with the brilliant Dan Belkin - culminating with a class showcase for family and friends!

Ever wanted to try stand-up comedy but didn’t know where to start? This beginner’s 3-day course helps participants start their journey as a stand-up comedian. Over three interactive sessions, you’ll learn the fundamentals of joke writing, performance techniques, and improvisation—all in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Under the guidance and coaching of seasoned comedian Dan Belkin, you’ll transform your ideas and stories into a stand-up set and step onto the stage on Saturday evening to perform for a supportive audience. Whether you're looking to conquer stage fright, sharpen your wit, or just have fun, this course will give you the tools to take your first comedy set to the stage. In addition, you will enhance personal and professional skills such as public speaking, storytelling, thinking on your feet and at worst you’ll have a story to tell on Monday! Each session builds on the last, combining instruction, hands-on exercises, and opportunities to test material in front of the group culminating in a class graduation showcase for attendees and friends.

EARLY BIRD OFFER! Get €10 off with the code "standup10" - only valid until May 6th!

Dates & times

• May 22nd 7pm-9.30pm
• May 23rd 7pm-9.30pm
• May 24th 4.30-6.30pm. Stand-up showcase: 7-8pm
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• Showcase: For invited friends and family only, entry is free. Each participant has the opportunity to perform a 5 minute set which they develop with Dan throughout the 3 day course. Performing in the showcase is optional and you can decide during the course

About Dan: Dan Belkin is a stand-up comedian, improvisor and performer who tours and produces his own shows all across Europe. Dan began his stand-up journey in Canada and is now based in Germany. He has been featured on Canada Laughs on Sirius XM, RTL TV, and has headlined the American Comedy Tour in Switzerland and played in multiple Fringe Festivals. In 2022 he hosted and produced 'Thick Plots' a storytelling competition series throughout Luxembourg and other European cities, as well as the comedy showcase night 'Room Noir'. In 2023 Dan Started touring with comedic advice show Fake Freuds, and has toured the show in over 30 cities with sold out shows in many cities including Brussels, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Berlin, Frankfurt, Munich, Hamburg, Vienna, Prague ,Luxembourg, Zurich, Geneva and more! He is also a founding member of the Luxembourg-based Improv troupe Garage Gang. Catch Dan's next stand-up gigs here or follow him on Instagram

FAQ

1. Who is this course for? This workshop series is for anyone over the age of 16 who loves stand up comedy or is curious about the art form, no prior experience required.

2. Do I have to attend all three sessions? If you can attend all three sessions that would be idea, Of course life gets in the way though so if you do have to miss a workshop this is understandable

3. Can I join this course if I’m not a native English speaker? Of course! Some of the best working comedians in the English-speaking sphere are non-native speakers, so as long as you are comfortable understanding and speaking English and have a good level you should be fine

4. Do I need to bring anything to the workshop? It is recommended to bring a notebook and a pen to use during the writing exercises, however you may use your phone if you prefer