Joke Club Standup Comedy Class
Schedule
Sun Apr 05 2026 at 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
The Comedy Nest | Montreal, QC
About this Event
About the Course
People have been telling you for years that you’re funny. It’s time to prove them right. Joke Club is a transformative stand-up program taught by touring pro Rodney Ramsey. You’ll find your voice, write tight jokes, and perform like a pro.
Start date: Sunday, April 5th, 2026
Location: The Comedy Nest
Format: 6 in-person classes + 4 online sessions (10 total)
Free Stand-Up Comedy Shows: Comedians learn by watching comedy. Once you enroll in Joke Club, you receive free comedy shows at The Nest for life.
What You’ll Get
- Develop material: Build your first polished 5-minute set for open mics, clubs, and festival showcases.
- Paid graduation show: Perform at Comedy Nest and get paid.
- Stage reps: Tour Joke Club-run open mics, including Straight Shooters in Montreal, with new mics opening in Kingston and Ottawa (run by Joke Club grads).
- Ongoing mentorship:
- Free online courses via The Comedy Network Discord: https://discord.gg/vCgqaYra
- Access to virtual-reality open mics and classes at The Unknown Theater (live venue in VR: https://unknowntheater.world/
Curriculum
Joke Writing
- Setups
- Punchlines
- Tags
Find Your Voice
- Discover your unique persona and point of view
Hosting a Comedy Show
- Crowd work fundamentals
- Useful improv techniques
Handling Hecklers
- Learn to destroy hecklers with public humiliation
- Stay sharp with quick wit and confidence
Show Production
- How to produce a successful comedy show from start to finish
Practice, Practice, Practice
- Access to open mics
- Perform for international crowds at The Unknown Theater (VR)
Who This Is For
First-timers ready to try stand-up
Working comics who want structure, feedback, and new material
- Creators and speakers looking to sharpen delivery and stage presenceCreators and speakers looking to sharpen delivery and stage presenceFree Stand-Up Comedy Shows: Comedians don’t pay to watch comedy. Once you enroll in Joke Club, you receive free comedy shows at The Nest for life.
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Where is it happening?
The Comedy Nest, 2313 Saint-Catherine Street West, Montreal, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 352.85
