The Joke Lab: Workshop Your Stand-Up Comedy Material

The Joke Lab is a monthly workshop for comedians who want to improve their material.

Bring your jokes, stories, half-finished ideas, or even a blank page.

You'll workshop material with other comedians, receive feedback, test new ideas, and leave with practical ways to strengthen your set.

This is not a performance night and it's not an open mic. The focus is on development, experimentation and getting better.

Suitable for:

• Graduates of stand-up comedy courses

• Newcomers to comedy who are preparing for their next gig

• Experienced comedians developing new material

• Anyone looking for structured feedback on their comedy

For those who are completely new to comedy, we recommend our:

• 'Stand-Up + Perform' course: learn comedy & then perform in a grad show

• Our joke writing course

• Or our free* drop-in class

What to expect in The Joke Lab workshop:

• Writing exercises

• Material development activities

• Feedback from the group

• Opportunities to test jokes and stories

• Practical techniques for improving your stand-up

The session is facilitated by Dave Crisante, Director of the Sydney Comedy School, or one of our comedy experts.

Championship Opportunity

Several spots in the monthly show Stand-Up Comedy Championship are reserved for Joke Lab attendees. This show has been running for four years.

The winner of the Championships goes straight to the grand final event at the Sydney Comedy Store.

Location and timings

Arrive from 5:30pm if you'd like to join us for burgers and drinks before the workshop.

The Joke Lab runs from 6:30pm to 9:00pm in the Sun Room on Level 1 of The Abercrombie, with a short break midway through.