Spring 2026: Stand-Up Comedy: Building a Stronger, Longer Set

• Review and evaluate previous material to identify strengths, areas for growth, and opportunities for refinement.
• Develop and integrate new comedic material that complements and enhances your existing set.
• Strengthen performance skills, including timing, delivery, and stage presence.
• Analyze and refine your set to highlight its core purpose, personal voice, and comedic intent.

Cycle 1 – Fall 2025

• 2 pair sessions per month
• Attend all live Journey Meetings (see the Engagement Dates section below)
• Attend at least 1 Office Hours Session with Journey Staff Lead
• Attend 1:1 Office Hours with Journey Teaching Artist (optional)
• Complete all lessons provided in the course Fall 2025: Intro to Stand-up Comedy
• Submit your 5min stand-up set (see the Submissions section below)
• Participate in 1 stand-up comedy showcase

Cycle 2 – Spring 2026

• 2 pair sessions per month
• Attend all live Journey Meetings (see the Engagement Dates section below)
• Attend at least 1 Office Hours Session with Journey Staff Lead
• Attend 1:1 Office Hours with Journey Teaching Artist (optional)
• Complete all lessons provided in the course Spring 2026: Stand-up Comedy: Building a Stronger, Longer Set
• Submit your 10min stand-up set (see the Submissions section below)
• Participate in 1 stand-up comedy showcase

Complete each lesson in the the following course. As you progress through each lesson, make sure to press complete before moving on to the next.

• Stand-Up Comedy: Building a Stronger, Longer Set (Spring 2026)
  This course is designed to build on the foundational skills of stand-up by focusing on refining material and delivery.

Participants will attend two Journey Live Meetings each month as part of the course for that cycle. Additionally, you can schedule 1:1 office hours with the Journey Instructor for individual assistance as needed.

Each cycle will conclude with Stand-Up Comedy Shows, where participants can perform their sets for a live audience. There will be one hybrid show per cycle.

Spring Cycle Journey Meetings: – VIRTUAL

• March 14th & 28th from 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET
• April 11th & 25th from 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET
• May 9th & 30th from 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET

Spring Cycle Stand-Up Comedy Show: – HYBRID

• Saturday, June 6th from 3:00 – 4:30 PM ET

For the first cycle, you’ll submit a 5-minute stand-up comedy set that incorporates the techniques, structure, and insights you’ve learned. In the second cycle, you’ll build upon this initial set, expanding it to 10 minutes by refining your material, pacing, and delivery. The final submission for the second cycle will be your full 10-minute set, showcasing your growth and mastery of the skills developed throughout both courses.

Submission instructions can be found within each course.