A first set? A stronger set? There’s a place for you here.
01WITH DAN GALEA
Core stand-up
Your first set starts here.
Turn an idea into a joke, and a joke into a set. Work on writing, timing, storytelling and connecting with an audience while building the confidence to perform your own material.
Seven in-studio classes, followed by a filmed showcase.
Dates
November 9 – December 21, 2026
When
Mondays · 5:30–7:30 p.m.Toronto time
Showcase
Wednesday, December 23, 2026
Location
Comedy Bar Bloor945 Bloor Street W, Toronto
EARLY BIRD$325 + tax
Through October 6, 2026 Regular: $375 + tax from October 7
Spend seven weeks sharpening your jokes, trying different comedy styles and developing your own voice. Work with Dan on stagecraft, delivery and a tighter, more distinctive performance.
Seven in-studio classes, followed by a filmed showcase.
Dates
November 3 – December 15, 2026
When
Tuesdays · 5:30–7:30 p.m.Toronto time
Showcase
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Location
Comedy Bar Bloor945 Bloor Street W, Toronto
EARLY BIRD$325 + tax
Through October 6, 2026 Regular: $375 + tax from October 7
Ages 18+. Comedy Bar lists no prerequisites or experience requirement for either course. Prices are in CAD; availability and final totals are shown at registration.
Dan Galea is a Toronto comedian, writer, actor and producer. He’ll work with you on the thing that makes your material yours—from a first idea to putting it in front of a room.
A few moments from the stage and the green room. Tap a photo to join us.
A LITTLE NERVOUS?
Excellent. You’re human.
Trying an idea out loud can feel like a big deal. Start small. Be a little silly. See what happens.
A 30-SECOND WARM-UP
Sell us a toaster that only works on Tuesdays.
Say it out loud. Make it ridiculous.
DON’T WAIT FOR A SHOW. MAKE ONE.
Producing live comedy shows with Dan Galea.
Got an idea for a show? Spend two hours with Dan learning how to get it off the ground—from finding a venue and shaping the night to booking people, promoting it and building a community around it.
Choosing a venue, equipment and what you need on the day
Creating the atmosphere, planning show flow and show etiquette
Finding contacts, reaching out to performers and paying them
Writing a press release and contacting media
Making posters and videos; social media and free promotion
