Stand-up Comedy for Beginners
A course by Natalia Valdebenito González , Actress and Comedian
Joined August 2022
Learn to write and interpret a stand up comedy piece and find your own style through acting techniques.
Learn to write and interpret a stand up comedy piece and find your own style through acting techniques.
Joined August 2022
Through laughter, we can connect with the audience and embrace the simplicity and challenge of living in the moment. Join Natalia Valdebenito, a renowned actress and comedian, as she introduces you to the basics of writing and performing stand-up comedy.
Natalia will guide you through the process of building a monologue, from selecting a central theme to developing a strong premise and crafting punchlines. You'll also delve into performance techniques, exploring methods for memorization, voice modulation, and body language.
Discover how to hone your skills in both writing and performing comedy, focusing on the structure and creativity needed to make people laugh. Find inspiration for your jokes and master the art of eliciting laughter from your audience.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 14 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (10)
- 1,978 students
- 14 lessons (1h 47m)
- 14 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
The final project involves creating and performing a stand-up comedy monologue. You'll develop your own material, applying the techniques you've learned, and perform it, showcasing your ability to make the audience laugh with your original jokes.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in stand-up comedy, from beginners to those with experience in theater or comedy. It's perfect for those who want to explore their creative side, learn how to write and perform monologues, and find a new way to express themselves through humor.
Requirements and materials
It's recommended to have a notebook and pencil for taking notes and developing your ideas. You'll also benefit from having a quiet space to practice your performances and access to digital tools for recording your practice sessions.
Reviews
A course by Natalia Valdebenito González
Natalia Valdebenito is a renowned Chilean actress and comedian with a distinguished career in stand-up comedy. Starting out with the Club de la Comedia, she has brought her humor to stages around the globe, performing at festivals across the United States, Europe, and Latin America.
A multiple award-winner, Natalia has earned accolades like the Gold and Silver Gaviotas at the Viña del Mar Festival and the Caleuche Award for Best Comedian. Her monologues "Gritona" and "El Especial" have captivated audiences on platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Spotify.
Her work reflects her passion for comedy and her commitment to social critique, making each performance a unique and enriching experience.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
History of comedy and stand-up
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History of comedy and stand-up
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Basic structure of stand-up
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U3
Write!
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Concrete materials: human material
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A guide to get started
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Writing: brainstorming
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Choose the topic to write
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Apply what you have learned
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Keys to stand-up and how to feed the context
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The finishing
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U4
Action!
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Memorize the text
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From text to body: warning about comedy
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Staging
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FP
Final project
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Stand-up Comedy for Beginners
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joycita2
Amo a la Nata, la admiro desde siempre y este curso fue muy entretenido, dinámico y se sintió cortito. Muchas felicidades!
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tereortells
Un curso muy interesante y muy ameno, puedes sacar ideas y reflexiones para cualquier disciplina a la que te dediques. La profesora, genial.
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jhodarlysb
Me encantó, muy sencillo de digerir.
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jorgetorres88
Es un gran punto de arranque.
Entendiendo esto como los fundamentos y el punto de arranque, es un excelente curso.
Lo mejor de todo es que de la experiencia individual y particular de la instructora, puedes entender mejor cuál es tu paso número uno.
Ampliamente recomendado.
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spichtig
Der Kurs ist dank seiner Struktur sehr zu empfehlen. Die Schauspielerin hat gute Arbeit geleistet. Emotionen, um dies zu untermauern kommen mir jedoch viel zu kurz. Ich freue mich aber über die Analyse des Stand up und bedanke mich für ihren Mut, Effizienz und Professionalität!
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