A 6 day Comedy and Clowning Workshop for People in Recovery
In partnership with Kennedy Street Recovery Hub.
🌟 Find your confidence
🌟 Find your community
🌟 Find your funny – and maybe even find yourself
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Laughter really can be the best medicine! If you’ve experienced substance use challenges, this unique series of comedy & clowning workshops is for you. Through play, performance, & connection, you’ll discover the healing power of humour – & have a good laugh while you’re at it. Whether you’ve never set foot on a stage or you’re just curious to try something new, Finding Your Funny helps boost self-esteem, build confidence, & create a strong sense of belonging. It’s a safe & supported space to be silly & turn life’s messiness into moments of joy.
Join Spymonkey’s Petra Massey, a world-class comedy performer, teacher, & co-founder of the legendary international comedy troupe Spymonkey. With 40 years of experience in making people laugh, Petra brings warmth, wisdom, & a whole lot of fun to every workshop. Petra will be assisted by the inimitable clown Peter Mielniczek & Kennedy Street Recovery Hub’s Sam Hunt, certified professional recovery coach.
“The first thing FYF did was restore my sense of humour. I was laughing at myself within half an hour – without shame. That meant everything.” Simon
“Sometimes, you don’t realise how significant a first step is, till you take it. Its clear though that this is a safe & confidential space where you are free to express as much as you are comfortable with” Khasha
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🎪 Meet Your Workshop Leader: Petra Massey
Petra is a world-class comedy performer, teacher, and co-founder of the legendary international comedy troupe Spymonkey. With 40 years of experience in making people laugh, Petra brings warmth, wisdom, and a whole lot of fun to every workshop. She currently stars as Boozy Skunkton in Spiegelworld’s Atomic Saloon Show in Las Vegas – and now she’s bringing her passion project back home to the UK. Petra first launched Finding Your Funny in 2015 in collaboration with Pheonix Futures and assisted by inimitable clown Pete Mielniczek (who will be joining forces again for the relaunch), and she’s been on a mission ever since to share its magic with more people in recovery.
The workshop will be supported by Sam Hunt, Certified Professional Recovery Coach from Kennedy Street Recovery Hub.
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📍 Workshop Info
Weds 14th Oct 11am-4pm
Thurs 15th Oct 11am-4pm
Fri 16th Oct 11am-4pm
Weds 21st Oct 11am-4pm
Thus 22nd Oct 11am-4pm
Fri 23rd Oct 11am-4pm
Venue: Anita’s Room, Brighton Dome
Cost: Free
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🤔 Not sure yet? Try our Taster Session!
If you’re curious but not quite ready to commit, join us for a relaxed 3-hour taster workshop with Petra Massey.
Mon Oct 5th 1pm-4pm at Anita’s Room, Brighton Dome
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💬 What People Are Saying
““This has proven that I have recovered cognitive function. It has boosted my self esteem and confidence. I have been able to ‘show-up’ both logistically, interpersonally and creatively. It has been useful and encouraging to meet with others who are in recovery and see how it has been a boost to all of us who are in various different mental health journeys” Andy
“The first thing FYF did was restore my sense of humour. I was laughing at myself within half an hour – without shame. That meant everything.” — Simon
“Whether you want to perform or just grow as a person, this is for you. Petra creates a space where failure is safe and often hilarious. You’ll leave changed – and grinning.” — Danny
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💥 Ready to take the next step?
To sign up, please register with Kennedy Street Recovery by completing the following referral form: https://kennedystfoundation.my.site.com/s/ksr-referral“
Come laugh with us. And most importantly, find your funny.
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More information about Kennedy Street Recovery Hub
At Kennedy Street Recovery, we create safe, welcoming spaces where people can connect, grow and rebuild their lives. Based in Brighton, our recovery hub offers peer-led support, workshops and sober socials designed to help people explore recovery in a way that feels right for them. Whether it’s through conversation, creativity or shared experience, everything we do is about building community, boosting confidence and reminding people they’re not alone on their journey.
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