The Art of Comedy:
Slapstick and Farce
“It was as if John Cleese was giving a workshop”
Revealing the tricks and techniques of the comic greats, participants will learn how to win a crowd with their comic performance.
An ideal introduction to exaggerated physicality and characterisation with a focus on slapstick comedy and farce.
“Fast paced, giggle packed day with great insights into how physical comedy is constructed. Huge fun!”
Level:
KS3 to Degree level
Duration:
2 - 6 hours
This workshop can be delivered online: 1 hour / 2 hours / 5 x 1 hour series
Participants will learn:
The origins of slapstick and farce
A range of comic devices, including the double take, the comic stop and spoof violence
Stage craft, audience interaction, rhythm, pace and timing, working solo and as a comic duo where possible
“Cheryl is fantastic. Highly fun, engaging and informative. 10 out of 10!”
About the Workshop:
This high energy workshop teaches the tricks to make people laugh! Learn how to be funny!
From creating comic characters using the archetype of the Fool and clowning techniques, participants will devise solo and duo/small group gags and scenarios with crazy props and a bucket load of gags. Working with the three main principles of comic theory, participants will engage in a practical exploration of how to master the art of comic timing in performance, putting comic techniques into practice.