Classes will be held weekly for eight weeks at West of Lenin Thursday nights, 7:30-9:30pm, October 15th through December 10th, with the class showcase at Seattle Comedy Theater's Sidecar Theatre on December 17th. (No class on November 26th)

Stand-up comedy is more than telling jokes—it's learning how to turn your thoughts, observations, and life experiences into material that connects with an audience. Whether you've always wanted to try stand-up or you're simply curious about what it takes to get on stage, this class is designed for complete beginners.

Throughout the course, you'll learn the building blocks of stand-up comedy, including joke structure, writing techniques, stage presence, microphone skills, and how to develop your own comedic voice. Each week you'll write new material, perform in front of your classmates, and receive constructive feedback in a supportive, low-pressure environment that encourages growth and creativity.

By the end of the class, you'll have a polished five-minute set and the opportunity to perform it in a live graduation showcase for friends, family, and the public.

Viradeth Xay-Ananh is a Seattle-based stand-up comedian, producer, and host who has been performing throughout the Pacific Northwest and internationally. He has appeared at Laughs Comedy Club, Tacoma Comedy Club, Club Comedy Seattle, and Emerald City Comedy Club, and has performed in Vancouver, Portland, Los Angeles, and across Southeast Asia.

In addition to performing, Viradeth produces and hosts a weekly comedy showcase every Friday at the Rickshaw Lounge, where he helps create opportunities for both new and experienced comedians to develop their craft. His teaching style focuses on giving students practical tools for writing jokes, building stage confidence, and discovering their own comedic voice in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Whether it's someone's first time holding a microphone or they're looking to sharpen their first five minutes, Viradeth is passionate about helping new comics take that next step onto the stage.

Refund Policy: The buyer understands that Seattle Comedy LLC does not offer refunds. Purchases are final and refunds/partial refunds are not issued. With advance notice, the buyer may transfer their class registrations to a different course, provided the alternate course is not already sold-out. With advance notice, the buyer may also transfer the value of their registration to a gift card, redeemable for anything else available to purchase on seattlecomedytheater.com.