Resources

Development programmes

There are a number of formal and informal development opportunities for people working in live comedy. Here are some of them - if you know of others, please let us know as we are always keen to add to this list.

Best in Class

Seven from Seven – Seven Dials Playhouse

Circuit Breakers – Leicester Comedy Festival

Bridging the Gap – Leicester Comedy Festival

BBC Comedy Grants

Comedy Artist Development Programme – Little Wander

Chortle Hotshots

Brass Tacks fund

The Glitter Project – Funny Women

Big Value – Just The Tonic

The Comedy Lab - Brown Sauce

We know Luke Rollason has previously organised his “Luke Rollason Memorial Bursary” but don’t currently have a link for further information. If anyone has more details, please let us know.


Digital masterclasses

We’ve scoured YouTube for the best hints and tips for getting started in the world of online video sharing and/or improving their quality. Including: vlogging, live streaming, sketches, Zoom gigs and even TikTok! Enjoy.

Rob Mulholland: 10 Tips For Making AMAZING Video Content/Streams WITHOUT Spending Money:
Mike Chudley: How to VLOG on your phone
Think Media: Live Streaming Setup for Beginners
Daniel Schiffer: How to Talk to the Camera!
HotandFlashy: How to Look Good on Video Calls
Delaney Media: Video Lighting Setup
Think Media: How to Get Better Audio in Your Videos
Shutterstock Tutorials: 9 Cuts Every Editor Should Know
Roberto Blake: 5 Tips for Making Thumbnails 
Techboomers: How to Make TikTok Videos

There are 100s of YouTube tutorials on every thing you can possibly want to know. Happy searching and good luck creating.

Please contact us with any additions for this page.