Getting Started in Standup - Wellington

Schedule

Tue Jan 13 2026 at 08:00 am to 11:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

Cavern Club | Wellington, WG

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Have you always wanted to try stand-up comedy but don’t know how to start?
Comedian and writer Brendon Green brings you a fun low-pressure comedy workshop.
Sign up here: https://www.nzcomedyschool.com/enroll
Suggested koha: $20
Everything you need to know to get a mic in your face:
-generating ideas
-joke writing
-effective delivery
-where and how to get practice
-how to avoid many common mistakes new performers make.
Brendon Green is a professional comedian and writer with over 15 years of experience. He has written and performed 10 NZ Comedy Festival shows, receiving the Best Newcomer Award in 2012, a Billy T Nomination in 2014, and a FRED Award Nomination for Best Show in 2023.
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This class is also an intro to our upcoming "Complete Course" in Wellington
Wellington January 2026 (w Brendon Green)
Getting Started (open to all): Tuesday, 13th January 6:00pm (Cavern Club)
Class 1: Tuesday, 20th January 6:00-9:00pm
Class 2: Tuesday, 27th January 6:00-9:00pm
Class 3: Tuesday, 3rd February 6:00-9:00pm
Class 4: Tuesday, 10th February 6:00-9:00pm
Graduation Show: Thursday, 12th February 6:00-9:00pm
Price $450 - Includes all classes and materials, two private writing/coaching sessions, and your graduation video
More info: https://www.nzcomedyschool.com/
Brendon Green is a professional comedian and writer with over 15 years of experience. He has written and performed 10 NZ Comedy Festival shows, receiving the Best Newcomer Award in 2012, a Billy T Nomination in 2014, and a FRED Award Nomination for Best Show in 2023. A prolific MC and line-up comedian, he is known for his friendly and consistent stage presence. His comedy is thoughtful, kind, and emotionally playful - allowing him to play to audiences of all sizes and backgrounds. He's been teaching for the NZ Comedy School in Auckland for several years, with graduates who made the finals of the Raw Quest!
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Cavern Club, 18 Allen St, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand, Wellington

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