A Comedy and Clowning Workshop for People in Recovery
🌟 Find your confidence
🌟 Find your community
🌟 Find your funny – and maybe even find yourself
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If you’ve experienced substance use challenges, this unique series of comedy and clowning workshops is for you. Through play, performance, and connection, you’ll discover the healing power of humour – and 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, and create a strong sense of belonging. It’s a space where it’s safe to take risks, be silly, and turn life’s messiness into moments of joy.
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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.
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📍 Workshop Info
11am-5pm Sunday 7th, Tuesday 9th, Wednesday 10th September 2025
11am-5pm Sunday 14th, Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th September 2025
at Charing Cross Library, Basement Meeting Room, 4-6 Charing Cross Rd, London WC2H 0HF
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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. Meet Petra, get a feel for the course, and hear from someone who’s done it before.
Mon 14th July 1pm-5pm at Charing Cross Library, Basement Meeting Room, 4-6 Charing Cross Rd WC2H 0HF
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💬 What People Are Saying
“Before FYF, I would’ve been terrified of failing or being seen as an idiot. Now, I run my own successful Christmas market stall selling Gingerbread Houses. Even if I fail now, I know I’ll be okay.” — Christopher
“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?
Come laugh with us. Heal with us. And most importantly, find your funny. Just fill out this online form to book your place. Or email
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CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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