Intro to Stand Up Comedy – Taster Workshop

Step into the spotlight with this dynamic comedy workshop presented by Newcastle Comedy Club

Focus on building strong comedic instincts, sharpening timing, and learning to trust your own voice. Whether you’re stepping on stage for the first time or looking to refine your craft, this session offers practical tools, industry insight, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Presented by Newcastle Comedy Club, led by Eddy Rockefeller

Part of the Write Here Festival. Full program details are here.

Cost: $40.00 plus booking fee
Lake Mac Arts Member: $36.00 plus booking fee

About the presenter

Eddy Rockefeller is a seasoned performer and standup teacher with over 11 years in the comedy industry. With a background in stand-up comedy and a decade of experience commanding stages of all sizes, she brings sharp instincts, fearless creativity, and a deep understanding of live performance to every class she teaches.

Having shared the stage with comedy legends, rising stars, and the occasional Steve from down the pub, Eddy knows how to connect with an audience and think on her feet. Her teaching style is supportive, energetic, and refreshingly honest — focused on building confidence, sharpening comedic timing, and helping performers trust their own voice.

Windale Hub
All day parking is available around the venue on Lake and South Streets. From South Street, the library is an easy 5 - 10 minute walk.

Windale Hub also has a rear car park accessible from Shade Lane which will be reserved for accessible parking with a ramp leading to the building. The building also has an internal ramp. There is a second entry to the library on Lake Street with 2-hour parking available. The library has an accessible toilet, and all meeting rooms have a hearing loop.

This event may be photographed and filmed and your image could be used in advertising and promotion by Lake Macquarie City Council. Should you wish to not be photographed or filmed please advise event organisers on entry at the event.