Public Speaking w Humour
Bring more authentic humour to your speaking
Maximum Participants:
6 - 8
Location:
Melbourne CBD
Price:
$1,295 | Early Bird $995 🔥 | Conc $895
Short Description
Public Speaking with Humour - Level 1 is a comprehensive introduction to using humour as a communication tool. The program develops participants’ understanding of how humour is constructed and delivered, from both technical and intuitive approaches. The program teaches the principle of prepared spontaneity when speaking with humour, enabling one to adapt to different audiences and responses.
Programme Overview
History
Public speaking is one of the oldest and most influential human arts. Across history, strong speakers have shaped culture, inspired movements, built trust and changed minds. Humour has long been one of the most powerful tools available to speakers, not only because it entertains, but because it helps people connect, learn, relax and be inspired.
In modern life, the ability to communicate with humour is valuable across many settings, from presentations, workshops and team leadership, to sales, training, media, content creation and even personal communication.
Scope
This program is designed to breakdown the process of using humour effectively in speaking by offering practical instruction on both the attitudes and skills of communicating your message in a humorous and highly impactful way.
It is important to note that simply studying humour theoretically will not make someone a more humorous speaker. The development of real speaking confidence and comedic fluency requires application in live situations. Within the program, participants will have consistent opportunities to practise in front of their fellow classmates, receiving constructive feedback on both content and delivery.
Importantly, an ability to use humour effectively is widely acknowledged to be a primary factor when it comes to actually getting paid as a speaker.
Participant Profile
This program is suitable for:
Experienced speakers who want to really ramp up their use of humour in a measured and strategic way
Beginner speaking who want to become more confident with using humour
Business owners, leaders and professionals who want to communicate in more humorous and entertaining way
Presenters, trainers and facilitators who want to hold attention more with humour
Content creators who want to become funnier
People who want to improve their confidence, communication and audience connection
Learning Outcomes
By the end of Level 1, participants should be able to:
Use structured formulas to write humour to strengthen talks, presentations and spoken communication
Deliver 5–8 minutes of humorous material (from memory)
Use humour to make a point hit home
Demonstrate understanding of the philosophical foundations of humour in communication
Demonstrate understanding of the principle of prepared spontaneity and its role in effective speaking
Curriculum Outline
Session 1 - Origins of Humour
Session 2 - Foundations of Writing Humour
Session 3 - The Chemistry of Comedy | 🎬 1st Video Session
Session 4 - Prepared Spontaneity: Balancing Warmth & Competence
Session 5 - Special Delivery: Delivering Humour with Purpose
Session 6 - Subtext & Humour Intelligence | 🎬 2nd Video Session
Session 7 - Sharpening Your Message: More Humour, Less Filler
Session 8 - The Preparation Key
Session 9 - Showtime | 🎬 3rd Video Session
Session 10 - The Full Package: Your Speaking w Humour Game Plan
Teaching Methods
10 Structured Live Sessions
3 One-to-One Coaching Sessions | 45 min each (via zoom)
Detailed Online Program Manual
Self-directed Activities in Member Portal
Online Learning Community
Delivery
The live component can be delivered
In-Person or via Zoom
Format
10 Weekly Session
Tuesday or Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm start
1.5 hours per sessions
3 x Recorded Performance Sessions (Weeks 3, 6 & 9)
Duration: 10 Weeks | 15 Contact Hours
Prerequisites
Working proficiency in English
Access to a computer and internet connection
No prior comedy, writing or theatre experience required
Assesment
A Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants who complete at least 80% of the prescribed coursework and activities, including participation in performance sessions.
Assessment is based on engagement, preparation and completion of set work.
Not on how funny a participant is.