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Dig Deep Improv is proud to present this&nb sp\;Intro to Stand-Up \;course with the brilliant \;Dan Belkin -&n bsp\;culminating with an optional class showcase for family and friends!

Early bird discount: Save €10 with the promocode \"standup10\" if you book before August 27th - limited availability on the discount - fi rst come first served!


Ever wanted to develop your s torytelling\, public speaking and confidence skills? Well\, trying stand-u p is a fun and surprisingly effective way to build these skills while expl oring a creative and rewarding art form. \;This 4-week beginner course is designed for complete newcomers\, whether you’re a shy professional looking to feel more confident speaking up\, or a confident communicator c urious to try stand-up for the first time. Across four interactive session s\, you’ll learn the fundamentals of joke writing\, performance techniqu es\, and improvisation in a supportive\, low-pressure environment. In addi tion\, \;you’ll strengthen valuable personal and professional skills such as finding your voice\, thinking on your feet\, and connecting with an audience. You don’t need to be “naturally funny” or arrive with h ilarious stories\, Dan will guide you in uncovering the unique\, unexpecte d details in your own experiences and help you shape them into material th at works on stage. \;Under the coaching of seasoned comedian and coach  \;Dan Belkin\, you’ll have the opportunity to develop a short stand -up set and\, if you choose\, perform it at a relaxed class showcase for a friendly audience. Participation in the showcase is completely optional\, and everyone is encouraged to take part at their own pace.


Whether your goal is to overcome stage fright\, improve workplace prese ntations\, or simply try something new and creative\, this course provides practical tools\, expert guidance\, and a welcoming space to take your fi rst steps into stand-up. Each session builds on the last\, combining instr uction\, hands-on exercises\, and opportunities to test ideas within the g roup\, culminating in a celebratory class showcase*.

*Showcase p articipation is 100% optional and pressure-free.


Dates &\; times: Mondays September from 7-9.30pm< /strong>. Showcase: Wednesday October 14th at 7.30pm.

Showca se: For invited friends and family only\, entry is free. Each par ticipant has the opportunity to perform a 5 minute set which they develop with Dan throughout the 4 week course. Performing in the showcase is optio nal

Location: Le Croque Bedaine\, Limpertsberg (dow nstairs). Feel free to stop by earlier or stay after class to join your cl assmates for some food and drinks

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Follow-on course: There will be an Intermediate 4-week course running on Tuesday evening from Nov 17 which will be availa ble to anyone who has completed one of Dan's Intro courses


< p>About Dan: \;Dan Belkin is a stand-up comedian\, im provisor and performer who tours and produces his own shows all across Eur ope. Dan began his stand-up \;journey in Canada and is now based \ ;in Germany. He has been featured on Canada Laughs on Sirius XM\, RTL TV\, and has headlined the American Comedy Tour in Switzerland and played in m ultiple Fringe Festivals. In 2022 he hosted and produced 'Thick Plots' a s torytelling competition series throughout Luxembourg and other European ci ties\, as well as the comedy showcase night 'Room Noir'. \;In 2023 Dan Started touring with comedic advice show Fake Freuds\, and has toured the show in over 30 cities with sold out shows in many cities including Bruss els\, Antwerp\, Rotterdam\, Amsterdam\, Berlin\, Frankfurt\, Munich\, Hamb urg\, Vienna\, Prague \,Luxembourg\, Zurich\, Geneva and more! He is also a founding member of the Luxembourg-based Improv troupe Garage Gang. Catch Dan's next stand-up gigs \;here \;or follow him on \;In stagram


Dig Deep \;is an even ts company and learning facility in Luxembourg run by Melissa Dalton. Dig Deep Improv involves one-off workshops\, courses\, 1-1 training and Improv shows where anyone can get up on stage to perform! Dig Deep also works wi th corporate teams\, bringing Improv\, Storytelling and Public Speaking wo rkshops\, Forum Theatre and bespoke teambuilding sessions to companies tha t are looking to bring more creativity into the work place\, to improve so ft skills or to bond a team together. Previous clients include EIB\, Deloi tte\, Amazon\, PwC\, ESRIC\, Ferrero and The University of Luxembourg.&nbs p\;Want more info? Follow Dig Deep on \;Instagram&n bsp\;and \;Facebook\"From!


FAQ

  1. < strong>Who is this course for? \;.This workshop series is for anyo ne over the age of 16 who loves stand-up comedy or is curious about how it can help with gaining personal and professional skills. No prior experien ce required
  2. Do I need to be funny\, extroverted or good at telling jokes? \;Absolutely not
  3. Do I have to attend all sessions? \;If you can attend all sessions that w ould be ideal to maximise your learning. Of course life gets in the way so if missing a session is unavoidable you can still attend the course
    4. < li>Can I join this course if I’m not a native English speaker? \;Of course! Some of the best working comedians in the English -speaking sphere are non-native speakers\, so as long as you are comfortab le understanding and speaking English and have a good level you should be fine
  4. Do I need to bring anything to class? \; It is recommended to bring a notebook and a pen to use during the writing exercises\, however you may use your phone if you prefer


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