Joe, Los Angeles USA: One-to-One Comedy Coaching Review

The detail Joe mentions about preparation is standard. Every coaching session at We Are Funny Project begins with Alfie reviewing the comedian's material in advance so the session itself can go straight to work rather than spending the first half getting up to speed.

If you are considering coaching but want to understand what the process actually involves before committing, How to Handle a Bad Stand-Up Gig gives a sense of the honest, direct approach that runs through everything here.

For a broader picture of what developing your material over time looks like, Comedy Progression and New Material Hell is directly relevant to the kind of work Joe describes.

And if you prefer a little video action, here's a taster from the Advanced online course with a section called Super Powers and Writing Hacks.

One-to-one comedy coaching with Alfie Noakes takes place via Zoom. Sessions are available in packages of two, four or six.

Alfie reviews your material in advance and comes to every session prepared. Regardless of your experience level.

Find out more about one-to-one coaching here.

If you prefer an own-it-forever course then you can learn more about the Beginner, Advanced and MCing options here.

People also ask

Who is one-to-one comedy coaching suitable for?
Coaching is available to comedians at any level of experience. Some come at the very start of their journey. Others, like Joe from Los Angeles, are working professionals performing at venues like The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory who want an honest outside perspective on their material.

What happens in a one-to-one comedy coaching session with Alfie Noakes?
Alfie reviews your material before the session so no time is wasted getting up to speed. The session itself covers what is working, what needs development, and what should be cut entirely. Typical outcomes include punching up existing material, writing new tags, developing premises and tightening structure. Sessions run via Zoom and last approximately 75 minutes.

Do I need to be at a certain level before taking coaching? No. Coaching is tailored entirely to the individual. The approach and focus will be different for a comedian doing their first gigs than for someone with years of stage time, but the commitment to honest, direct feedback applies at every level.

Is comedy coaching available outside the UK?
Yes. All sessions take place via Zoom, which means coaching is available to comedians anywhere in the world. Joe is based in Los Angeles. Linda, another coaching client, is based in San Diego. The video format works well and feels, as Joe puts it, like face to face.