Have you ever watched a comedian and thought "I could do that"? Here's your chance to find out if you could. Gavin's workshops cover all facets of stand-up from how to begin thinking about doing comedy to writing and performing professional level comedy routines.
Originally devised as a stand-up comedy course for Adult Education in Hobart the workshops are designed to help new comedians start performing more professionally, more quickly and to help them avoid the more common pitfalls that come in the first few years of doing stand-up. The workshops are also great for motivation and team building as well as improving your communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
Gavin also offers one-on-one tutoring and mentorship which is used by both beginners and working comedians.
A veteran of over twenty years in the industry and with ten Melbourne International Comedy Festivals under his belt, Gavin has extensive stand-up experience and has performed around the country alongside Australia's top comedians. He has appeared on the Comedy Channel, ABC-TV and The 7PM Project and is a regular guest on ABC Radio and 7HOFM in Hobart. He also runs, hosts and books Jokers Comedy Club in Hobart, Tasmania.
If you are in Hobart, Gavin also runs semi-regular Joke Shop sessions on Thursday nights. Email gavin@gavinbaskerville.com for more details.
Originally devised as a stand-up comedy course for Adult Education in Hobart the workshops are designed to help new comedians start performing more professionally, more quickly and to help them avoid the more common pitfalls that come in the first few years of doing stand-up. The workshops are also great for motivation and team building as well as improving your communication, public speaking and presentation skills.
Gavin also offers one-on-one tutoring and mentorship which is used by both beginners and working comedians.
A veteran of over twenty years in the industry and with ten Melbourne International Comedy Festivals under his belt, Gavin has extensive stand-up experience and has performed around the country alongside Australia's top comedians. He has appeared on the Comedy Channel, ABC-TV and The 7PM Project and is a regular guest on ABC Radio and 7HOFM in Hobart. He also runs, hosts and books Jokers Comedy Club in Hobart, Tasmania.
If you are in Hobart, Gavin also runs semi-regular Joke Shop sessions on Thursday nights. Email gavin@gavinbaskerville.com for more details.
WORKSHOP CALENDAR - HOBART SEPT - NOV - Click on dates to book
Unless otherwise specified, workshop sessions will be held at Jokers Comedy Club, Cnr Augusta Rd & New Town Rd, New Town, Tasmania.
Unless otherwise specified, workshop sessions will be held at Jokers Comedy Club, Cnr Augusta Rd & New Town Rd, New Town, Tasmania.
SKILL LEVEL GUIDE:
BEGINNER - No comedy or performance experience required.
INTERMEDIATE - Completion of beginners workshop, multiple comedy performances or public speaking experience recommended.
ADVANCED - For comedians with a moderate to high level of performance experience.
BEGINNER - No comedy or performance experience required.
INTERMEDIATE - Completion of beginners workshop, multiple comedy performances or public speaking experience recommended.
ADVANCED - For comedians with a moderate to high level of performance experience.
Get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to be a stand-up comedian.
Useful tips, tricks and exercises to show you the ropes and get you started in comedy. Maximum 12 participants (Ages 16+) Sat 11 & Sun 12 Sep 10 AM-2 PM both days or Sat 25 & Sun 26 Sep 10 AM-2 PM both days PRICE: Full $150 / Conc.$130. |
Extension of beginners weekend taking participants through the process of writing and polishing their first routine to perform in a Graduate Show on Tuesday, 12 October.
Maximum 12 participants (Ages 16+) Sat 9 & Sun 10 Oct 10 AM-3 PM both days PRICE: Full $180 / Conc. $160 |
This workshop explores more advanced joke writing skills and comedy theory to help beginners and newer comics take their writing and performance further.
Tuesday 21 September 2021 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM PRICE: Full $45 / Conc. $40 |
Improve your public speaking, communications and lectures by adding customised jokes and humour to your presentations. Practical skills for communicators in all industries.
Tuesday 14 September 2021 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM or Tuesday 26 October 2021 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM PRICE: Full $45 / Conc. $40 |
If you've been performing for a while and want to know how to turn professional, this is the workshop for you. Advice for writing longer sets and festival shows, marketing yourself and getting paid work in the comedy industry.
Tuesday 28 September 2021 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM PRICE: Full $45 / Conc. $40 |
Theatres and larger comedy clubs are very different to the pubs and bars of the open mic scene. Participants will be taken on a pre-show guided tour of the Wrest Point Showroom and given a taste of what it feels like to stand on the big stage and practical tips on how to perform in a larger venue.
Friday 1 October 2021 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM or Friday 5 November 2021 5:15 PM - 6:30 PM PRICE: Full $35 / Conc.$30 |
Good stagecraft is an underrated, but vital part of performing comedy.
Learn some essential techniques for getting the most out of your comedy performances. This workshop also covers the proper use of audio and lighting equipment for anyone wanting to run their own events. Tuesday 2 November 2021 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM PRICE: Full $45 / Conc. $40 |
Good comedy shows need good comedy hosts. Learn how to add an extra string to your bow and increase your bookability by polishing up your hosting skills.
Tuesday 7 September 2021 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM or Tuesday 19 October 2021 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM PRICE: Full $45 / Conc. $40 |
Testimonials
"I recently completed Gavin's beginner comedy course. It gave me all the skills I needed to turn my funny stories into a strong stand up set. With this knowledge I wrote a set that got me an honourable mention at this year's state final of RAW Comedy. It is really addictive and once you do the course and graduate show, you will want more of those sweet, sweet laughs." - Sharnie Stimm
"I found the course highly professional. It gave me the confidence and the tools to craft my comedy and actually get up on stage to perform it! Gav managed to lend his years of experience in the industry to give invaluable tips and tricks. Some of which have flowed on into my social and work life. I recommend the course to anyone with an inclination to comedy and a will to get up on stage." - Mick Davies
"If only all professional development was this much fun. If you’re going to invest in improving your communication skills, do it this way. Gav will teach you how to focus on your audience, pay attention to your non-verbal cues, get to the point, and find humour in any situation. He’ll also show you how to feel more comfortable and improve every single time you stand up to speak." - Suzy Cooper
"Gavin carefully and thoroughly covers the entire process of performing standup; explaining, simply, the theory behind being funny, the performance process, performance etiquette and much more. Gavin's warm and generous nature allow him to foster a unique and individual performance from each student" - Adam James
"I went into the course scared of making a fool of myself, enjoyed every session immensely and graduated unafraid of playing the fool. Thank you, Gavin." - Martine Delaney
"The most valuable Adult Ed course I've ever done. Although I'd performed stand-up many times before, Gavin's wealth of experience in the industry was invaluable." - Ted Wilson
"For someone who is indeed terrified about branching their act into this area it was invaluable. Thanks again, I really absorbed a lot from it". - Brent
"It was a great opportunity for me to try something that had always held an attraction for me and I have you to thank - so THANKS" - Belinda D
To book your own school, corporate or private workshops contact Ta-Daa! Professional Entertainment at info@tadaa.com.au.
"I recently completed Gavin's beginner comedy course. It gave me all the skills I needed to turn my funny stories into a strong stand up set. With this knowledge I wrote a set that got me an honourable mention at this year's state final of RAW Comedy. It is really addictive and once you do the course and graduate show, you will want more of those sweet, sweet laughs." - Sharnie Stimm
"I found the course highly professional. It gave me the confidence and the tools to craft my comedy and actually get up on stage to perform it! Gav managed to lend his years of experience in the industry to give invaluable tips and tricks. Some of which have flowed on into my social and work life. I recommend the course to anyone with an inclination to comedy and a will to get up on stage." - Mick Davies
"If only all professional development was this much fun. If you’re going to invest in improving your communication skills, do it this way. Gav will teach you how to focus on your audience, pay attention to your non-verbal cues, get to the point, and find humour in any situation. He’ll also show you how to feel more comfortable and improve every single time you stand up to speak." - Suzy Cooper
"Gavin carefully and thoroughly covers the entire process of performing standup; explaining, simply, the theory behind being funny, the performance process, performance etiquette and much more. Gavin's warm and generous nature allow him to foster a unique and individual performance from each student" - Adam James
"I went into the course scared of making a fool of myself, enjoyed every session immensely and graduated unafraid of playing the fool. Thank you, Gavin." - Martine Delaney
"The most valuable Adult Ed course I've ever done. Although I'd performed stand-up many times before, Gavin's wealth of experience in the industry was invaluable." - Ted Wilson
"For someone who is indeed terrified about branching their act into this area it was invaluable. Thanks again, I really absorbed a lot from it". - Brent
"It was a great opportunity for me to try something that had always held an attraction for me and I have you to thank - so THANKS" - Belinda D
To book your own school, corporate or private workshops contact Ta-Daa! Professional Entertainment at info@tadaa.com.au.