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SUMMARY:Nailing Characters for Auditions - and Beyond!
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 1st June | 10:00 – 13:00\nA workshop to help empower you to make committed character choices that feel right for you. Using a mix of exercises/side-coaching I’ll encourage you to explore characters\, find where you shine\, and make strong choices. Along the way there may be the chance to work on any individual improv challenges you’re struggling with at the moment too. \n A playful 3 hours that will (supportively) push you outside of your comfort zone.  \nInstructor Bio \nSusan Harrison is a longstanding member of Olivier Award winning Showstopper! The Improvised Musical who she performs with on the West End. She also improvises with Mischief Movie Night and has guested with Austentatious\, Paul Merton & Suki Webster\, and the legendary Comedy Store Players.  \nShe teaches/has taught for; Hoopla\, Mountview\, GSA\, ALRA\, The Bridge\, The Actors Centre\, as well as at improv festivals in Ireland\, Scotland and Rome. \nShe is passionate about creating a supportive and playful learning environment. \n“Susan Harrison has a very tactical approach. It was a pleasure to be taught by someone so talented and enthusiastic yet highly approachable” (Lola-Rose Maxwell)  \n“Susan has been one of the best improv tutors I’ve ever had” (Maggie Sand)  \n“I couldn’t recommend her teaching enough” (Steph Darcy) \nAlso\, don’t miss Susan Harrison performing in the Antics Joke Show on Saturday 31st May!
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/nailing-characters-for-auditions-and-beyond/
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,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 2: Making a Show
DESCRIPTION:18th June – 30th July | Wednesdays* | 18:30 – 21:00\n*(Please note that one session will be on Tuesday 22nd July INSTEAD of Wednesday 23rd July)\nThis course is part of our Level 2 Performing programme\, which also includes ‘Exploring Narrative’ and ‘Approaches to Scenework’. Completion of the full carousel of Level 1 is recommended prior to taking this course. At this level\, we combine skills development with personalised feedback and coaching for performing improvised theatre & comedy.  \nIn this course\, participants are given the opportunity to shape and perform their own improv show\, with the guidance of an experienced director. \nBy the end of the course\, students will: \n\nUnderstand some improv show formats and develop their own\nUnderstand how clarifying group expectations and an artistic vision can aid the development of a show\nDevelop tools for self-reflection\, and the ability to give and receive notes as a director \nHave clear next steps for finding local performance opportunities \n\nThis course culminates in an (optional) performance of the new improv show\, made by the group\, for an invited audience of fellow students\, friends and family. \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nClass Details:\nThis is a 7-week course. Sessions are held weekly (on the same evening\, except for the session held on 23rd July\, instead of 22nd July) and last 2.5 hours. The course will be taught by an experienced facilitator\, and there are 12 places available per course. \n  \nInstructor Bio: \nImo Palmer is a theatre-maker\, improviser\, teacher and HCPC registered Drama Psychotherapist. She/they was the Theatre School Manager of Bristol Improv Theatre 2019 –  2022 and is the Artistic Director of The Delight Collective\, creator of multiple shows including IMOGENÉ:the improvised pop concert (★★★★★ ‘IMOGENÉ is the loud\, proud and unapologetic performer we all need right now’ – DIVA Magazine)\, The Bish Bosh Bash (★★★★★ – Bristol 247) and International Women’s Day 2020 show ‘If These Walls Could Talk’.  \nShe/they has 12+ years of experience as a facilitator and performer\, having trained with the world-leading Impro Melbourne and at Howard Fine’s Acting Studio (Melbourne). She’s performed improvised Shakespeare with Soothplayers (Melbourne International Comedy Festival\, Melbourne Fringe) as well performing improvised musicals\, fairytales\, horror\, Theatresports™ and Maestro™ with Impro Melbourne.   \nShe leads Bristol Improv Theatre’s applied improv offering and has designed and delivered activities for clients including Law Firms\, Universities\, SMEs and the Civil Service. This work has been featured in the Sunday Times. She’s experienced in creating inclusive and empowering learning environments for all abilities.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-improv-level-2-making-a-show/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Improvising Fantasy with Katy Schutte Weekend Intensive
DESCRIPTION:5th July – 6th July (Two-day intensive) | 10:00 – 17:00\nSharing 18:00 – 19:00 on Sunday 6th July\nExplore exciting themes from the world of fantasy adventure including: \n\nMonsters\, creatures and species.\nJourneys\, locations and maps.\nCharacters and protagonists.\nQuests\, traps and devices.\nStorytelling and adventure.\nMythology\, folklore and fantasy.\nWorld building.\n\nWe will then be putting it all together into an improvised fantasy show with costumes\, audience-inspired maps\, fantasy characters\, magical elements and exciting stories. \nYou don’t need to know anything about the genre beforehand\, but will need previous long-form or narrative experience. \nThere will be an (optional!) sharing of the format for an invited audience of friends and family at 6pm on the Sunday evening.  \nKaty will be bringing her dog Pooka to the class – Pooka won’t be improvising\, but will be in the room. \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nAbout the Instructor:\nKaty Schutte is an award-winning writer\, improviser and teaching artist.  \nKaty has performed and taught improvisation in thirty-something countries across five continents. She is a Head Teacher and Curriculum Writer for Hoopla\, the UK’s biggest improv school and part of the Arvon creative writing teaching team. Katy authored The Improviser’s Way: A Longform Workbook\, published by Nick Hern Books. She was one of The Maydays from 2004-2022\, is half of sci-fi improv duo Project2 and performs with Yes Queens\, Track 96\, Brand New Musical and Hell Yeah! among others. She was an artist in residence for The Arctic Circle Project in 2022 and her cosmic horror play The Ice at the End of the World premiered at Omnibus Theatre for three weeks in 2024.  \nKaty directs for the Hoopla main stage and tours hopepunk comedy and science climate change show We Built this City on Rock and Coal around the island of Ireland. \nKaty won multiple writing awards in 2022 for her screenplay and web series pilot. She is a finalist and winner of the Brighton Festival Fringe Best Comedy Show award\, Katy also stars in BAFTA winning online educational series History Bombs. She was longlisted for the Women in Theatre Lab. \nKaty makes solo work including Schutte the Unromantic and acclaimed semi-immersive folk horror play Let’s Summon Demons. She is a contributing writer for Cards Against Humanity and actor/writer on web series Sideliners. She was resident singer/songwriter on Sean and Robot’s Comedy Circuit podcast and co-creator/improviser for Dead British on Union Jack Radio. She is co-writer/dramaturg on AR immersive game Beth’s Legacy in association with StoryFutures and CreativeXR and writer/improv director/performer on multi-platform live virtual reality shows The Galaxicle Implosions\, Play Test and House of Masks with FANDCO and Flipside. \n​Katy is also a radio\, commercial and voiceover actor. She is studying an MA in Folklore Studies at the University of Hertfordshire.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improvising-fantasy-with-katy-schutte-weekend-intensive/
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,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 2: Making a Show Student Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 30th July | 20:00\nCome and see the graduates of BIT’s latest Performing Improv Level 1 course as they share some of the skills they’ve been building over the 7 week course. \nOur wonderful students will be performing their new improv show they have been creating on this course. \nFREE ENTRY – fellow students\, family and friends welcome! \nThe bar will be open from 7:30pm and the show starts at 8pm. Why not join us for a celebratory drink after the show?
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-improv-level-2-making-a-show-student-showcase/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Delight & Inspire your Improvisation with Imogen Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Friday 8th August | 10:00 – 17:00\nAre you feeling stuck in a rut creatively? \nHave you been improvising for a while and looking to take your work to the next level? \nIn this one-day intensive\, we’ll draw from a range of techniques to help develop and inspire your improvisation. This includes key concepts and lessons from Keith Johnstonian improvisation\, covering: \n\ndeveloping an awareness of what delights and inspires you as a performer \nrecognising what delights and inspires others\nrecognising your strengths and practicing ways to build on these\nreflecting on areas for development and receiving personalised coaching and practice to work on these \n\nBy the end of the day\, you will have a toolkit of activities to apply to your group or your practice around inspiring yourself and others\, and growing as a performer.  \nSuitable for those with some improv experience.  \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nInstructor Bio\nImo Palmer has 12+ years of experience as a facilitator and performer\, having trained with the world-leading Impro Melbourne and at Howard Fine’s Acting Studio (Melbourne).She/they is the Artistic Director of critically acclaimed theatre company The Delight Collective and leader of  The Bristol Improv Theatre’s workplace & education training offer\, which has featured in the Sunday Times. Imo is a HCPC registered Dramatherapist\, meaning she’s experienced in creating inclusive and empowering learning environments for all abilities. 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/delight-inspire-your-improvisation-with-imogen-palmer/
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,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Unleash your Joy: Clowning & Mischief with Imogen Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 9th August | 10:00 – 17:00\nDo you admire performers who seem free and playful on stage? \nAre you interested in building your connection with the audience? \nIs there part of you which wants to tease and (imaginatively) tickle your fellow performers? \nIn this class\, we will look to connect with\, and deepen\, your relationship with your inner clown and how this applies to improvised theatre and comedy. \nSkills explored: \n\nUsing clowning to deepen connection with audience and fellow performers\nEmbodied and physical improvisation\nUsing mischief and joy as a starting point for freedom on stage\nOverriding the inner critic \n\nBy the end of this class you will be rolling and giggling your way back out into the world. \nGreat for anyone looking to build their confidence with public speaking or their relationship with their inner child.  \nLoose\, comfortable clothes recommended for physical work.  \nSuitable for all experiences.  \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nInstructor Bio\nImo Palmer has 12+ years of experience as a facilitator and performer\, having trained with the world-leading Impro Melbourne and at Howard Fine’s Acting Studio (Melbourne).She/they is the Artistic Director of critically acclaimed theatre company The Delight Collective and leader of  The Bristol Improv Theatre’s workplace & education training offer\, which has featured in the Sunday Times. Imo is a HCPC registered Dramatherapist\, meaning she’s experienced in creating inclusive and empowering learning environments for all abilities. 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/unleash-your-joy-clowning-mischief-with-imogen-palmer/
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,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Acting Technique and Stagecraft with Imogen Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 10th August | 10:00 – 17:00\nHave you been improvising for a while and wondering how to develop? \nDo you struggle to make your voice heard or to use the space to the best effect? \nAre you interested in developing your performance or public speaking skills? \nIn this one-day intensive\, we’ll explore key concepts from professional acting training to develop: \n\nYour stage presence and responsiveness\nEnsemble awareness\nEffective use of space and stagecraft\nVocal projection and technique\nAn actor’s approach to characterisation blending text and improvisation \n\nInspired by the work of acting greats including Stanislavski\, Meisner and Uta Hagen\, this course will give you an acting toolkit to take forwards and apply to your improvised and/or scripted theatre work.  \nThis class will involve an exercise with a short text\, for a unique experience exploring skills for both scripted and improvised performance.  \nSuitable for those with some improv experience or those with acting experience looking to develop their improvisation skills. \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nInstructor Bio\nImo Palmer has 12+ years of experience as a facilitator and performer\, having trained with the world-leading Impro Melbourne and at Howard Fine’s Acting Studio (Melbourne).She/they is the Artistic Director of critically acclaimed theatre company The Delight Collective and leader of  The Bristol Improv Theatre’s workplace & education training offer\, which has featured in the Sunday Times. Imo is a HCPC registered Dramatherapist\, meaning she’s experienced in creating inclusive and empowering learning environments for all abilities. 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/acting-technique-and-stagecraft-with-imogen-palmer/
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,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Level 4: Performing Improv - Approaches to Scenework
DESCRIPTION:9th September – 21st October | Tuesdays | 18:30 – 21:00\nScenes are the building blocks of improvised theatre\, but there are as many different ways to play a scene as there are improvisers. From emotionally-focused play\, to creating a narrative flow of cause and effect\, deftly weaving themes and concepts together\, or just finding something funny to do again (but bigger)\, how you approach a scene helps to define how it plays out.  This 7-week course delves into improvisation techniques and theory from a range of perspectives to help you stretch your scenic muscles and develop your own approach to scenework. \nA great course for those looking to develop their scenework skills and explore their personal voice as an improviser. \nThis course is part of our Level 2 Performing Improv programme. Completion of Level 1 courses (or equivalent beginner-to-intermediate training) is recommended\, but not required. \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nCLASS DETAILS\nThis course consists of 7 sessions that last for 2.5 hours each\, and will be taught by one or 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. \nIf you have any accommodations or access needs\, questions\, feedback or concerns about these classes\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/level-4-performing-improv-approaches-to-scenework/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Level 4 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
CATEGORIES:Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 4: Exploring Narrative - Student Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Monday 8th December | Doors 19:00 | 19:30 – 20:30\nCome and see the graduates of BIT’s latest Performing Improv course as they share some of the skills they’ve been building over the 7 week course. \nOur wonderful students will be improvising stories and weaving scenes together into narratives based on your suggestions. \nFREE ENTRY – fellow students\, family and friends welcome! \nThe bar will be open from 7:00pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. Why not join us for a celebratory drink after the show? \n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-improv-level-4-exploring-narrative-student-showcase/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Level 4: Performing Improv - Approaches to Scenework
DESCRIPTION:5th January – 16th February | Mondays | 18:30 – 21:00\nScenes are the building blocks of improvised theatre\, but there are as many different ways to play a scene as there are improvisers. From emotionally-focused play\, to creating a narrative flow of cause and effect\, deftly weaving themes and concepts together\, or just finding something funny to do again (but bigger)\, how you approach a scene helps to define how it plays out.  This 7-week course delves into improvisation techniques and theory from a range of perspectives to help you stretch your scenic muscles and develop your own approach to scenework. \nA great course for those looking to develop their scenework skills and explore their personal voice as an improviser. \nThis course is part of our Level 4 Performing Improv programme. Completion of Level 3 courses (or equivalent beginner-to-intermediate training) is recommended\, but not required. \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nCLASS DETAILS\nThis course consists of 7 sessions that last for 2.5 hours each\, and will be taught by one or 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. \nIf you have any accommodations or access needs\, questions\, feedback or concerns about these classes\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/level-4-performing-improv-approaches-to-scenework-2/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 4: Approaches to Scenework Student Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Monday 16th February | 19:30 – 20:30\n(Doors open 19:00)\nCome and support the students of BIT’s latest Performing Improv course as they share some of the skills they’ve been building over the 7 week course. \nOur wonderful students will be improvising scenes before your eyes\, with a variety of approaches and based on your suggestions. \nFREE ENTRY – fellow students\, family and friends welcome! \nThe bar will be open from 7:00pm and the show starts at 7:30pm. Why not join us for a celebratory drink after the show?
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-l2-approaches-to-scenework-student-showcase-3/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bristol Improv Theatre - Theatre School":MAILTO:theatreschool@improvtheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260616T171213
CREATED:20251111T143621Z
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SUMMARY:Acting Technique and Stagecraft with Imogen Palmer
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 21st February | 10:00 – 17:00\nVENUE CHANGE: Now held at Subud Hall\, 29 Wesley Pl\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 2YD\nHave you been improvising for a while and wondering how to develop? \nDo you struggle to make your voice heard or to use the space to the best effect? \nAre you interested in developing your performance or public speaking skills? \nIn this one-day intensive\, we’ll explore key concepts from professional acting training to develop: \n\nYour stage presence and responsiveness\nEnsemble awareness\nEffective use of space and stagecraft\nVocal projection and technique\nAn actor’s approach to characterisation blending text and improvisation \n\nInspired by the work of acting greats including Stanislavski\, Meisner and Uta Hagen\, this course will give you an acting toolkit to take forwards and apply to your improvised and/or scripted theatre work.  \nThis class will involve an exercise with a short text\, for a unique experience exploring skills for both scripted and improvised performance.  \nSuitable for those with some improv experience or those with acting experience looking to develop their improvisation skill \nInstructor Bio:\nImo Palmer is a theatre-maker\, improviser\, writer and teacher. She/they was the Theatre School Manager of The Bristol Improv Theatre 2019 –  2022 and is the Artistic Director of The Delight Collective\, creator of multiple shows including IMOGENÉ:the improvised pop concert (★★★★★ ‘ – DIVA Magazine)\, The Bish Bosh Bash (★★★★★ – Bristol 247) and International Women’s Day 2020 show ‘If These Walls Could Talk’. \n\nShe has 12+ years of experience as a facilitator and performer\, having trained with the world-leading Impro Melbourne and at Howard Fine’s Acting Studio (Melbourne).  She leads Bristol Improv Theatre’s applied improv offering and has designed and delivered activities for clients including Law Firms\, Universities\, SMEs and the Civil Service. This work has been featured in the Sunday Times.  \nImo is a HCPC registered Dramatherapist\, meaning she’s experienced in creating inclusive and empowering learning environments for all abilities.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/acting-technique-and-stagecraft-with-imogen-palmer-2/
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,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T171213
CREATED:20251113T134850Z
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SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 4: Developing Characters
DESCRIPTION:24th February – 7th April | Tuesdays | 18:30 – 21:00\nYou play as different characters all the time in improvisation – even if it’s just a version of yourself – but the most satisfying improvisation happens when those characters feel alive\, with their own thoughts\, feelings\, and desires. \nThis course explores how to get the most out of your improvised characters and will cover character relationships and attitudes\, expanding your range of characters\, building a well-rounded cast within scenes\, and how to build a satisfying character arc. \nThis course is part of our Level 4 Performing Improv programme. Completion of Level 3 courses (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 \nIf you have any accommodations or access needs\, questions\, feedback or concerns about the classes\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via theatreschool@improvtheatre.net
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-improv-level-4-developing-characters/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260407T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T171213
CREATED:20240514T155600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T122344Z
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SUMMARY:Student Showcase: Developing Characters (Level 4)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 7th April | 19:30 – 21:00\nDoors open 18:30\nCome and see the graduates of BIT’s latest Performing Improv Level 4 course as they share some of the skills they’ve been building over the 7-week course. \nOur wonderful students will be improvising characters and scenes before your eyes\, based on your suggestions. \nFREE ENTRY – fellow students\, family and friends welcome! \nThe bar will be open from 6:30pm\, and the show starts at 7:30pm. Why not join us for a celebratory drink after the show? \n——— \nTicket sales have been moved to our new events site!\nClick here to buy tickets!\n———
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-l2-developing-characters-student-showcase/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T171213
CREATED:20250606T194729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T122919Z
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SUMMARY:Level 4: Performing Improv - Scenes and Songs
DESCRIPTION:14th April – 26th May | Tuesdays | 18:30 – 21:00\nBuilding on our popular Singing Songs course\, Scenes and Songs will take your improvised singing skills to the next level and put them to work in your scenes and stories. \nOver the 7 weeks of this course\, you’ll explore how improvised scenes and songs can play beautifully together to make a whole greater than the sum of its parts\, covering topics such as: \n\nHow music can act as an extra character or player in your scenes\nUsing songs to express a character’s deepest emotions\nBuilding characters and the world of your story through song\n\nAll voices are welcomed.  \nThis course is part of our Level 4 Performing Improv programme. Completion of Level 3 courses (or equivalent beginner-to-intermediate training) is recommended\, but not required. \nWho is this course for? \n\nPerformers who have some improv experience and want to develop their skills with improvised songs\, bring music to their scenes and characters\nAnyone who has learned improv elsewhere and wants to start learning with the BIT school\n\nClass Details\nThis course consists of 7 sessions that last for 2.5 hours each\, and will be taught by an experienced facilitator. 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——— \nTicket sales have been moved to our new events site!\nClick here to buy tickets!\n———
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-improv-level-2-scenes-and-songs/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260526T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260526T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T171213
CREATED:20260126T205115Z
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SUMMARY:Student Showcase: Scenes and Songs (Level 4)
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 26th May | 19:30\nCome and see the graduates of BIT’s latest Performing Improv course as they share some of the skills they’ve been building over the 7-week course. \nOur wonderful students will be improvising songs and scenes before your eyes\, based on your suggestions. \nFREE ENTRY – fellow students\, family and friends welcome! \nThe bar will be open from 6:30pm\, and the show starts at 7:30pm. Why not join us for a celebratory drink after the show? \n——— \nTicket sales have been moved to our new events site!\nClick here to buy tickets!\n———
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-level4-scenes-and-songs-student-showcase-2/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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