5 Weeks to Funny! Stand up comedy course for beginners

🎤 Ever dreamed of making people laugh on stage?Now’s your chance! Join our Beginner Stand-Up Comedy Course at The Comedy Pub and transform from comedy newbie to confident performer—no experience required. Over five Sundays, you’ll learn the skills to craft and deliver your first killer five-minute stand-up set. Then, debut your routine in a real comedy show with your friends, family, and coworkers cheering you on!

Course Details

• Dates: Sundays, September 7th – October´ 5th, 2025(Graduation Show: March 30, 2025)
• Time: 18:00 – 20:00
• Location: The Comedy Pub, Kettenbrückengasse 7, 1050 Vienna
• Instructor: Terence Hartnett (NYC comedian & comedy veteran)
• Language: English
• All levels welcome! No prior experience needed.

What You’ll Learn

• How to take the stage with confidence
• How to introduce yourself and connect with the crowd
• How to practice engaging stage presence
• How to craft punchy jokes and tell great stories
• How to deliver your material like a pro

Each class is practical, hands-on, and built around YOU—your voice, your humor, and your unique point of view.

Meet Your Instructor

Terence HartnettA ten-year comedy veteran, Terence hails from New York City where he’s performed everywhere from Second City Chicago to Caroline’s on Broadway and was named a New York Comedy Festival Comic to Watch. Terence has toured the US and Europe, sold out the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and filmed a comedy special in NYC. After moving to Vienna, he quickly became a headliner at The Comedy Pub. With his supportive, fun style, Terence will help you find your funny and make your debut unforgettable!

Course Structure

Lesson 1: Introducing Yourself

• How to command the stage
• Projecting your unique point of view
• Basic mic skills, voice, and delivering a punchline

Lesson 2: Your First Joke

• How to find the funny in your life
• Exploring your comedy style

Lesson 3: Crafting a Bit

• Turning ideas into great material
• Setups, punchlines, delivery, and tagging jokes
• Finding your comedic voice

Lesson 4: Punching It Up

• Polishing your routine
• Ordering your jokes
• Getting in & out of your set smoothly

Lesson 5: Graduation Show!

• Take the stage in a real show hosted by Terence
• Invite friends, family, and coworkers
• Make your stand-up debut in a warm, supportive environment

Graduation Show

🎉 The final class is your time to shine! Take everything you’ve learned and deliver your own 5-minute set to a real audience at The Comedy Pub. Friends, family, and coworkers are all invited to celebrate your debut.

Why Take This Class?

• It’s supportive, fun, and hands-on
• You’ll meet other aspiring comedians
• No experience required—just a sense of humor!
• Perform in a real show at Vienna’s top comedy club!

Venue

The Comedy Pub is Vienna’s home for stand-up, offering a warm, welcoming Irish pub vibe, great drinks, and a real stage for your comedy journey.

Reserve Your Spot!

Spaces are limited, so book now and get ready to make people laugh!Questions? Contact The Comedy Pub or Terence directly for details.

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