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SUMMARY:The Harold Made Easy with Maria Peters
DESCRIPTION:October 22nd – December 10th | Wednesdays | 18:30 – 2100 (Showcase on 10th December)\n———————(No class on November 26th)———————\n\nThis course will undoubtedly make you a better improviser.\n\nThe Harold improv format is an essential skill set for anyone looking to upgrade their improv to the next level.\nIt pushes you to listen more deeply\, play with greater creativity\, and build stories that stick with an audience far beyond a single scene. Whether you’ve been performing The Harold for a while or have only heard rumours about it\, these 6 x workshops will guide you through both foundations and advanced techniques\, all while boosting your confidence in a fun\, supportive\, and welcoming space.\n\nAnd when it comes to your instructor there’s no one better to learn The Harold from. Maria Peters trained directly with Charna Halpern\, the actual co-creator of the format. She spent months studying with instructors from iO and Second City Chicago\, UCB New York and brings over a decade of experience performing around the world.\n\nHere are some of the things you’ll walk away with from the course: \n\n\n\n\nGroup Mind – Practical techniques that lead to that elusive\, abstract\, and magical thing when an ensemble seems to be thinking with one mind.\n\n\nLong-Form Storytelling – We’re not talking about the classic narrative ‘hero’s journey’ or ‘once upon a time’ narrative structure here. You’ll learn the 3-stranded framework that almost all Television episodes are based upon. You’ll weave characters arcs and themes throughout. All while building satisfying endings to shows that feel like powerful scripted narratives.\n\n\nAdvanced Editing Skills – You’ll have a better sense of scenic timing as well as greater confidence in entering or ending scenes.\n\n\nAmerican Style Improv – The Harold is the foundation for a lot of long-form improv worldwide. Knowing it will help you wrap your head around loads of other formats as well as giving you the tools and inspiration to create your own. 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-harold-made-easy-with-maria-peters/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guest Workshops,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Improv with Rebecca MacMillan
DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 13:00 – 14:30\n(NO LUNCHTIME IMPROV ON 6TH APRIL 2026)\n(Please check the calendar below for dates of upcoming sessions)\nDiscover the joy of improv with Rebecca MacMillan’s lunchtime classes at Bristol Improv Theatre. These sessions are designed for creatives\, freelancers\, and everyone else who’s looking for a dose of joy in their day. Powerfully creative\, intensely playful\, and highly enjoyable\, improv is a great way to boost your confidence\, unleash creativity\, and improve your wellbeing. You’ll experience the joy and inner playfulness that comes from improvising and challenging yourself to be in the moment! Each drop-in session is stand-alone\, so you can join any Monday without needing prior experience. \n“It’s like skydiving for the imagination.”\n \nCome play\, laugh\, and connect with yourself and others\, and leave with a lighter heart and a smile on your face. \nTo book your ticket\, simply choose your preferred date below.\n——— \nTicket sales have been moved to our new events site!\nClick here to buy tickets!\n———
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/lunchtime-improv-with-rebecca-macmillan-2-2/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Level 1: Discovering Improv
DESCRIPTION:27th October – 1st December| Mondays | 18:30 – 21:00\nImprov isn’t just about being funny (although it’s often very funny). For you improv could be about facing your fears\, working with a team\, trusting yourself\, listening\, or just letting yourself be silly and playful! \nThis six-week course is a voyage through spontaneity\, creativity\, and connection. Our experienced instructors will guide you through games\, exercises\, and reflections that will equip you with the tools to improvise\, both on stage and off.  \nIs this course for me?\n \nDiscovering Improv is an introduction to improvisation aimed at absolute beginners – no experience required!  \nThis is the course for you if: \n\nYou want to be more spontaneous\, confident\, or creative.\nYou want to meet new people and have fun!\nYou’re looking to push outside of your comfort zone in a supportive environment.\nYou’ve heard about this improv thing and you want to find out what it’s all about.\nYou’ve been improvising for a while and want to return to the fundamentals.\n\nIf you’re curious about improvisation\, but you don’t want to commit to a full 6 week course\, why not try one of our Improv Taster Sessions? \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nClass Details\nThis course consists of 6 sessions that last for 2.5 hours each\, and will be taught by two of our experienced facilitators. Places are capped at 16. \nIf you have any accommodations or access needs\, questions\, feedback or concerns about the classes\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/level-1-discovering-improv/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Level 1 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Level 4: Performing Improv - Exploring Narrative
DESCRIPTION:27th October – 8th December | Mondays | 18:30 – 21:00\n\nPrepare to take your story skills to the next level! Improvised narratives are one of the most intuitive and satisying performance styles budding improvisers play with\, but can also be some of the most challenging.  \nThis seven-week course explores the key skills and techniques used in improvising narrative-based performances. Using exercises and techniques inspired by the work of Keith Johnstone and Patti Stiles\, students will dive into constructing story arcs and engage in supportive ensemble work\, as well as discovering a number of tools to shake up and inspire their scenework skills. \nThis course is part of our Level 2 Performing Improv programme. Completion of a Level 1 course (or equivalent beginner-to-intermediate training) is recommended\, but not required. \nThis course consists of 7 sessions that last for 2.5 hours each\, and will be taught by two of our experienced facilitators. Places are capped at 12. Like all our Performing Improv courses\, the 7th week includes a showcase performance to a supportive audience of friends\, family\, and fellow students. \n\n\n\n      \n        \n      \n    \n\n\nCLASS DETAILS\nThis is a 7-week course capped at 12 participants\, plus up to 2 instructors (14 in total). \nIf you have any accommodations or access needs\, questions\, feedback or concerns about the classes\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/level-4-performing-improv-exploring-narrative/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Improv Drop-ins
DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 19:00 – 21:00\nLooking to stretch your improvising muscles? Then our drop-ins are for you! \nOur drop-ins run every Monday evening and alternate between scene workshops and classes focused on specific skills to help you pad out your improvisers tool-kit. \nDuring our scene workshops\, you’ll receive supportive and constructive side-coaching\, tailored to the group and designed to develop your confidence and improvisation skills. On the other hand\, the regular drop-ins will take a specific skill and explore it through games\, exercises and scenes. \nFacilitated by an experienced Bristol Improv Theatre instructor\, drop-ins are a great chance to try improv at Bristol Improv Theatre and connect with others. \nAny questions\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net. \nIf you are brand new to improv\, you may prefer to try the monthly Improv Taster Session. \nIf you have any accommodations or access needs\, please let us know at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net. If you are attending this class with a carer\, they do not need to buy a ticket\, but please do let us know so that we can keep an eye on class size. \nOur Improv Drop-Ins are very popular classes which regularly sell out. We would always recommend booking your place in advance in order to secure your spot. Whilst we do occasionally have drop outs and availability on the day\, we would recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment. \nTo book your ticket\, simply choose your preferred date below.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-drop-ins-3-2-2-3/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre School
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