BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Improv Shows & Courses, Bristol | The Bristol Improv Theatre - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Improv Shows & Courses, Bristol | The Bristol Improv Theatre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240720T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045321 CREATED:20240617T102712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T140726Z UID:10000936-1721469600-1721494800@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:The Comedy of Convincing Errors with Caitlin Campbell DESCRIPTION:Saturday 20th July | 10:00 – 17:00\nStumbles\, fumbles\, gaffs\, screw ups; the risk-assessor’s nightmare is the physical comedian’s dream! Nothing makes an audience laugh like everything going wrong at the most crucial moment. But how do we construct these moments to make them safe and executable for the actors but also surprising and delightful for the audience? And most importantly of all\, how do we employ them as part of an improviser’s toolkit? \nJoin Lecoq-trained improviser Caitlin Campbell for a day of exploring the world of physical and slapstick comedy. You’ll learn practical techniques for performing convincing mistakes on stage\, along with a narrative and character-based approach for integrating them into your scenework and stories. \nThis course is suitable for new improvisers with a course or two under their belt\, or more experienced players interested in learning something new. \n\n \n \n \n \nAbout the Instructor\nCaitlin is a theatre-maker\, actor and teacher currently based in the south of France. Since discovering improv at Bristol University in 2011 she spent the next decade as a confirmed improv addict\, performing and co-creating shows with Murder\, She Didn’t Write\, The Adventures of the Improvised Sherlock Holmes\, This Is Your Musical\, The Bish Bosh Bash!\, Screwball!\, Completely Wonderful and the Bristol Improv Marathons\, among others. Improv has taken her all over the world; from performing in a circus tent in Australia\, teaching and co-directing in Korea and being rained on for ten years at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She is a co-founder and former Artistic Director of the Bristol Improv Theatre\, and taught and developed courses there as a senior instructor for eight years.Her acting and devising credits include My Father’s Nose\, The Rocky Shock and Drac & Jill. \nShe has just completed a two-year professional course in physical theatre at the Ecole Internationale de Theatre Jacques Lecoq in France. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-comedy-of-convincing-errors-with-caitlin-campbell/ 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,Summer Schools,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Caitlin-Intensive.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240722T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240722T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045321 CREATED:20240521T143615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T143615Z UID:10000923-1721674800-1721683800@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Intro to Performing Improv DESCRIPTION:22nd July – 26th August | Mondays | 19:00 – 21:30\nImprovisation happens all over the place: at work\, at home\, when you’re messing around with your mates. Whenever you do something that you didn’t plan in advance\, try something just to have a go\, or join in with something that looks fun – you’re improvising!  \nBut what about improvising in front of people on a stage? Improv as a performance can be a scary prospect\, but it can also be tremendously fun and hugely rewarding! \nFollowing on from our hugely popular Discovering Improv course\, this six-week course will immerse you in the fundamentals of improvising for an audience through games\, exercises\, and scenes. Our experienced facilitators will guide and support you on your journey towards performing. \nIs this course for me? \nIntro to Performing is an introduction to improvisation as a performance artform\, aimed at beginners. No experience is required. This is the course for you if; \n\nYou’ve completed our Discovering Improv course and want to take the next step\nYou’re new to improv and want to learn the fundamentals of improvisation for an audience\nYou learned improv elsewhere and want to start learning with the Bristol Improv Theatre School\n\n\n \n \n \n \nClass Details\nThis is a 6-week course\, capped at 16 participants\, plus up to 2 instructors (18 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. \nPrice changes to our courses\nLike many other small\, independent businesses\, over the past year the cost of running our venue has increased significantly. This has included increased utility bills and higher staff wages to ensure we maintain our Living Wage employer status by complying with the increase in the National Living Wage. Whilst we have undertaken an array of cost-saving measures throughout last year\, we need to implement a small price increase to our courses to be able to continue operating with the increased costs that we are facing. \nOne of our primary aims at the Bristol Improv Theatre is making improv accessible to as many people as possible. But it is also important to us that our team are paid fairly and that we can ensure the longevity of the theatre. We are continually looking and applying for funding to support our work and we hugely value the support from our audiences\, students and supporters\, whether that’s in the form of donating to the theatre\, buying tickets to our events or talking about our work with friends and family. \nIf the increase in price is a barrier for you\, please check out our Pay It Forward scheme or drop us an email at hello@improvtheatre.net. We’re always here to listen and provide as much support as we are able to URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/intro-to-performing-improv-5/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Level 2 Courses,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2-731x1024-portrait-opt.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240722T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240722T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045321 CREATED:20240524T102911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T103037Z UID:10000928-1721674800-1721683800@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 1: Telling Stories DESCRIPTION:22nd July – 2nd September | Mondays | 19:00 – 21:30\nStories and storytelling are a fundamental part of the human experience. We shape the world around us into narratives that we can understand\, forming deep emotional connections to the tales that resonate with us. A keen improviser can play on this narrative instinct to craft engaging stories on the fly and leave a delighted audience asking ‘How did they do that!?’ \nThis seven-week course combines techniques inspired by legendary improviser Keith Johnstone and Pixar Animation Studios to equip students with a formidable toolkit of storytelling techniques and skills. From confidence and communication skills to knowing how to make bold choices to keep the story alive (or deliver a surprising twist ending)\, you’ll train the narrative instincts that will grab and sustain your audience’s interest. \nWho is this course for? \n\nStudents who have completed Discovering Improv & Intro to Performing Improv and want to take the next step\nPerformers who have some improv experience and want to develop their story skills \nWriters who want to explore a more spontaneous approach\nAnyone who has learned improv elsewhere and wants to start learning with the BIT school\n\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 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. \nPrice changes to our courses\nLike many other small\, independent businesses\, over the past year the cost of running our venue has increased significantly. This has included increased utility bills and higher staff wages to ensure we maintain our Living Wage employer status by complying with the increase in the National Living Wage. Whilst we have undertaken an array of cost-saving measures throughout last year\, we need to implement a small price increase to our courses to be able to continue operating with the increased costs that we are facing. \nOne of our primary aims at the Bristol Improv Theatre is making improv accessible to as many people as possible. But it is also important to us that our team are paid fairly and that we can ensure the longevity of the theatre. We are continually looking and applying for funding to support our work and we hugely value the support from our audiences\, students and supporters\, whether that’s in the form of donating to the theatre\, buying tickets to our events or talking about our work with friends and family. \nIf the increase in price is a barrier for you\, please check out our Pay It Forward scheme or drop us an email at hello@improvtheatre.net. We’re always here to listen and provide as much support as we are able to. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-improv-level-1-telling-stories/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Level 3 Courses,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/L1-STORIES-WEB.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240723T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240723T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045321 CREATED:20231228T151608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T135154Z UID:10000741-1721761200-1721770200@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Discovering Improv DESCRIPTION:23rd July – 27th August | Tuesdays| 19:00 – 21:30\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?\nDiscovering Improv is an introduction to improvisation aimed at absolute beginners – no experience required! The course consists of 6 sessions that last for 2.5 hours each.  \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 is a 6-week course capped at 16 participants\, plus up to 2 instructors (18 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/discovering-improv-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 1 Courses,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240723T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240723T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240627T135929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T145700Z UID:10000944-1721761200-1721770200@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Performing Improv L2: Approaches to Scenework DESCRIPTION:23rd July – 3rd September| Tuesdays | 19:00 – 21:30\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 is a 7-week course capped at 12 participants\, plus 2 instructors (14 people in total). \nThe Lead Instructor for this course is Cat Murphy. \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/performing-improv-l2-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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/PerfL2-Landscape.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240728 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240712T162248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T162426Z UID:10000965-1721952000-1722124799@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Improv Appreciation Weekend DESCRIPTION:As part of the ‘Save the Bristol Improv Theatre’ campaign\, join us for a weekend celebrating everything we love about the art of improvisation! \nJoin us on Friday 26th July to kick off the weekend with a bang at our Charity Get-Together and Fundraiser. We’ll be sharing the improv love\, hearing about the benefits of improv on individuals and communities and raising money to keep the Bristol Improv Theatre’s doors open! \nThen on Saturday 27th July\, we have a jam-packed day full of workshops with some incredible guests. David Escobedo’s ‘History of Improv‘ will take you on an interactive adventure through improv’s past. Emma Boddy’s ‘Improv Your Perspective’ will equip you with improv tools for personal development. And our own ‘Improv Taster Session‘ will allow you to dip your toe into improv in a fun-filled afternoon. \nAnd on Saturday evening\, it’s the bonanza that is the Up the Antics Summer Party! They’ll be hosting some of the best\, Bristol based improv groups around for an evening of hilarious comedy and Summer vibes. \nIt’s going to be an action-packed  weekend\, full of everything improv\, we can’t wait to see you there! \nFind out more about the ‘Save the Bristol Improv Theatre’ campaign > URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-appreciation-weekend/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/029-July-30-2022-Up-The-Antics-Summer-Party-web-res-DSC_0486-PULLEN-2-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240726T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T000000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240709T143834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T141142Z UID:10000963-1722020400-1722038400@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Bristol Improv Theatre Charity Get-Together DESCRIPTION:Friday 26th July | 19:00\nAs part of the ‘Save the Bristol Improv Theatre’ fundraising campaign\, we are hosting an evening of sharing what we love about improv and raising money to safeguard the future of the Bristol Improv Theatre. We’ll be sharing and hearing about the benefits of improv on individuals and communities\, through film\, talks\, improv jams and more! This event is also the launch of our Improv Appreciation weekend.  \nThe night will feature the premiere of a new documentary featuring improvisers from the Bristol scene\, created by improvisers and friends of the theatre Scott Wilson and Rosalind Beeson (Wilbee films). The film will be followed by a panel on improv\, community\, creativity\, and connection\, with panellists including David Escobedo (The Improv Boost) and Kierann Shah (Artistic Director of the Bristol Improv Theatre) and Chris Mead. \nLater on in night\, we’ll be hosting an Improv Jam where you get the chance to show us what you love about improv. After that\, the party continues in our bar!  \nOur cosy bar will be open throughout the evening\, giving you the chance to chat to staff\, volunteers Trustees and community members from the theatre\, as well as donate to the fundraising campaign. You can also browse our new art exhibition in our bar and catch one of the artists\, Convergence 10 (Beki)\, doing some live drawing. \nFull Timetable \n6:30pm – 8:00pm (Bar) – Mingle in the bar with our team\, volunteers and trustees; view our new art exhibition and meet the artists; and watch some live drawing by Convergence 10. \n8pm – 8:30pm (Theatre) – Screening of ‘WHO WHAT WHY’ – a short film all about improv by Wilbee Films. \n8:45pm – 9:05pm (Theatre) – Panel discussion with David Escobedo\, Kierann Shah and Chris Mead. \n9:20pm – 10:00pm (Theatre) – Improv Jam \n10:00pm onwards – Party continues in the bar. \nThis charity Get-Together is part of our Improv Appreciation weekend\, which also includes the Antics Summer Party featuring fantastic local improv acts\, and the workshops Improv Your Life with Emma Boddy and History of Improv with David Escobedo. \nTickets for this event are pay what you decide with a recommended donation of £10. Please book your ticket below and use the donation box to decide how much you would like to pay. Read more about the ‘Save the Bristol Improv Theatre’ campaign on our Donate page. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/charity-get-together/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Charity-Get-Together.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240621T115124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T115124Z UID:10000941-1722074400-1722099600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:History of Improv with David Escobedo DESCRIPTION:Saturday 27th July | 10:00 – 17:00\nImprov is everything—or at least that’s how it feels at some point. Once you study improv long enough\, it blends into your everyday life. There is a reason for that! By learning about the history of improv\, we can see that the shows we practice today were born out of social work and protest. The focus was on “people connecting beyond cultural and language differences.”  And that practice builds community. \nThe ugly side of improv is that it became dominated by an elite set of voices. A specific narrative became prioritized and repeated over and over. In Los Angeles\, you would commonly joke\, “What do you call five white guys with beards in plaid button-down shirts\, Converse shoes\, and a hoodie? An improv team.” \nWe will talk about the origin of improv\, of “game”\, and how it developed (and mashed like potatoes) between Chicago and London. The history of improv is more than Spolin\, Close and Johnstone. \nThis interactive workshop combines learning the history of improv with trying some of the techniques and approaches from different eras and styles of improv. You will come away with a new appreciation of how improv as an art form got to where it is today and lots of ideas on where it could go next. \n\n \n \n \n \nAbout the Instructor\nDavid Escobedo did his master’s degree in improv and is in the final year of a PhD on improv. Having practiced and coached improv since 1994\, David has over 30 years of experience producing\, performing and teaching improv.  While living in Los Angeles as a professional actor\, he took classes with Second City\, iO West and other improv schools in the region. David runs the Improv Boost online which includes interviews\, articles and animation surrounding improv. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/history-of-improv-with-david-escobedo/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Summer Schools,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/David-Escobedo-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240613T150945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T114917Z UID:10000938-1722088800-1722099600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Improv Your Perspective with Emma Boddy DESCRIPTION:Saturday 27th July | 14:00 – 17:00\nCome join us for this 3-hour workshop ‘Improv Your Perspective’ – ideal for anyone interested in personal development\, playfulness and exploring influences from Playback Theatre* with the unique twist of a Solution-Focused** approach. \nBenefits \n\nIncreased confidence\nFocusing on solutions \nCollaboration\nImproved mood\nReduced social/anxiety\nMore confidence in day-to-day life due to taking risks in a safe and supported environment\nGetting comfortable with making mistakes and celebrating them!\nSolution focused tools to take home with you \nExplore Playback theatre forms\n\nHow does it work? \nWhen improvising\, being playful and incorporating a solution-focused approach\, the part of the brain connected to self-censoring is shut off. This helps to remove inhibitions\, and increases activity in the part of the brain responsible for self-expression\, such as telling stories & responding to stimulus. By being in the moment or being mindful we can forget the worries & fears about things beyond what we’re experiencing right now. This is a powerful & fun workshop to quieten the thoughts that hold us back with the added benefit of finding solutions to life’s irks along the way! \n“I had a fantastic evening. I wasn’t sure what to expect\, but Emma created an immediate rapport with the group\, and a great sense of fun and entertainment. I also learnt a lot about myself\, and how I express myself\, which has proved invaluable in my work as a lecturer\, journalist and writer. It was an absolutely terrific event\, an uplifting combination of enjoyment and education\, and I would strongly recommend Emma and her work to anyone.” – Simon Hall\, Course Leader of Compelling Communication Skills  \n(University of Cambridge)\, ex BBC journalist\, and author of Compelling Communication (Cambridge University Press). \n*Playback Theatre is an interactive form of improv theatre where stories from audience members’ lives are shared and enacted by the players on the spot. \n**The solution-focused approach is drawn from Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and is a short-term\, goal-focused approach\, which incorporates positive psychology principles and practices\, and helps people construct solutions rather than focusing on life’s challenges. \n\n\nAbout the Instructor\nEmma is a seasoned improviser and playback performer with international playback theatre group ‘Story Lane’. She is a qualified solution focused hypnotherapist\, personal performance coach & conductor of playback theatre. \nHer background is in wellbeing where she has worked as a recovery worker and facilitator for Mind\, Devon\, Avon & Wiltshire Partnership trusts as well as local mental health charities and wellbeing festivals (Buddhafields/Into the Wild). URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-your-perspective-with-emma-boddy/ 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,Summer Schools,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/VB-Images-1220-x-715-px-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240617T113553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T113553Z UID:10000939-1722110400-1722117600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Up The Antics Summer Party DESCRIPTION:Saturday 27th July | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nThis summer\, Up The Antics bottle up the summer spirit and let it loose in a cool basement in Clifton. In a diversion from their usual “Antics Joke Show”\, the summer party is a free entry event featuring some of the best improv groups that the Antics really want to perform with\, but haven’t had the chance to. \nFull Line-Up:\n \nUP THE ANTICS\nBristol-based Up The Antics (BBC Radio 4 Extra) take us down the rabbit hole of improvised sketch comedy. With the suggestion of a location\, the antics will explore the characters and journeys taken to arrive there\, with hilarious results. \nLeicester Square Sketch-Off Semi-Finalists  \n“Brilliantly Witty” ★★★★★ Inter:Mission  \n“Up The Antics are guaranteed to deliver a laugh every minute” ★★★★ EdFringeReview  \nPRESSURE COOKER\nThe improvised restaurant show (From the cast of The Bish Bosh Bash and the creators of Tales of Adventure). \nStep into our restaurant\, where the experience is different every single night! Our performers take ingredients from the audience’s suggestions to create recipes for wacky\, funny\, and silly stories.  \nYou’ll see how the front-of-house\, back-of-house\, and customers deal with wildly unpredictable situations and character tales\, serving up all-you-can-eat laughs. \nAs our Head Chef always says… “If you can’t handle the heat\, you won’t make an omelette”. \nSECRETS FROM THE SIXTH FLOOR \nJoin us for a show where all of the characters work or live on the ‘sixth floor’ of a city high rise. Secrets are told\, secrets unfold\, secrets implode. \nBRISTOL LONGFORM TAKEOVER TEAM \nBristol Longform Comedy put together a crack team of improvisers to bring some longform hilariousness to the summer party!  \nTickets are “pay what you decide”. Please book your ticket below and use the donation box to decide how much you would like to pay. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/up-the-antics-summer-party/ 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,Flagship Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Antics-Joke-Show-Visit-Bristol.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240801T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240801T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20221215T152902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T145120Z UID:10000916-1722542400-1722549600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Improv Jam & Social DESCRIPTION:First Thursday of Every Month | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nJoin us for an evening of improv games\, socialising and fun at our monthly jam. \nYou can sign up to play improv games – think ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’ – or scenes\, all facilitated by our experienced compere. There will be lots of silly nonsense\, laughs and plenty of chances to join in! Everyone is welcome\, whether you’re aching to stretch your improv muscles\, curious to try improvising for the very first time\, or simply want to come along and watch. \nTickets are pay what you decide\, but please book in advance so we know who we’re expecting. Please book your ticket below and use the donation box to decide how much you would like to pay. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-jam-social/2024-08-01/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/TheatreJam_03January2019_WebResolution_Pullen-1601.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240808T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240808T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240604T104753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T141838Z UID:10000930-1723147200-1723154400@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Unscripted Players Big Summer Show DESCRIPTION:Thursday 8th August | 20:00\nFriday 9th August | 20:00\nSaturday 10th August | 20:00\nThis Summer. Two original improvised productions. One Big Show!\nPresented\, directed and performed by the Unscripted Players\, the Bristol Improv Theatre’s amateur improv company.  \nFeaturing: \n‘Head Talks’ by Katherine Olive\nTake your seats for a TED-style talk like you’ve never seen before (and will never see again). This is HEAD-Talks. \nAn esteemed panel of ‘experts’ are tasked to give presentations on any topic imaginable – from life-changing experiences to ground-breaking discoveries to a new invention that’s set to change the world. The only thing is… they haven’t seen the accompanying slide-show before… \nCome and watch as the world’s brightest minds do battle with surprising slides. They’ll grapple with goofy graphs\, stumble over stupendous stock-images and get taken aback by tricksome texts. Accompanied by a charming but devious host\, HEAD-Talks is sure to be a show full of hilarity (but perhaps less full of facts!). \n‘I Don’t Know What You’ll Do This Summer’ by Charlie Hutchence\nThis summer a group of friends will set out the trip of their lives. But all is not well as a mysterious and yet to be determined force puts them all in peril.\n\nWill they blindly ignore sensible warnings from strangers in petrol stations? Why can’t they just use their phones to get help? How could anyone think this is worth a direct to dvd sequel?\n\nSee how it all goes wrong for our characters and their friendships.\n\nA comedy inspired by teen horror films from the 90’s and 00’s. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/unscripted-players-big-summer-show/2024-08-08/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/UP-Summer-24-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240809T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240809T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240604T104753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T141838Z UID:10000948-1723233600-1723240800@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Unscripted Players Big Summer Show DESCRIPTION:Thursday 8th August | 20:00\nFriday 9th August | 20:00\nSaturday 10th August | 20:00\nThis Summer. Two original improvised productions. One Big Show!\nPresented\, directed and performed by the Unscripted Players\, the Bristol Improv Theatre’s amateur improv company.  \nFeaturing: \n‘Head Talks’ by Katherine Olive\nTake your seats for a TED-style talk like you’ve never seen before (and will never see again). This is HEAD-Talks. \nAn esteemed panel of ‘experts’ are tasked to give presentations on any topic imaginable – from life-changing experiences to ground-breaking discoveries to a new invention that’s set to change the world. The only thing is… they haven’t seen the accompanying slide-show before… \nCome and watch as the world’s brightest minds do battle with surprising slides. They’ll grapple with goofy graphs\, stumble over stupendous stock-images and get taken aback by tricksome texts. Accompanied by a charming but devious host\, HEAD-Talks is sure to be a show full of hilarity (but perhaps less full of facts!). \n‘I Don’t Know What You’ll Do This Summer’ by Charlie Hutchence\nThis summer a group of friends will set out the trip of their lives. But all is not well as a mysterious and yet to be determined force puts them all in peril.\n\nWill they blindly ignore sensible warnings from strangers in petrol stations? Why can’t they just use their phones to get help? How could anyone think this is worth a direct to dvd sequel?\n\nSee how it all goes wrong for our characters and their friendships.\n\nA comedy inspired by teen horror films from the 90’s and 00’s. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/unscripted-players-big-summer-show/2024-08-09/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/UP-Summer-24-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240604T104753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T141838Z UID:10000949-1723320000-1723327200@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Unscripted Players Big Summer Show DESCRIPTION:Thursday 8th August | 20:00\nFriday 9th August | 20:00\nSaturday 10th August | 20:00\nThis Summer. Two original improvised productions. One Big Show!\nPresented\, directed and performed by the Unscripted Players\, the Bristol Improv Theatre’s amateur improv company.  \nFeaturing: \n‘Head Talks’ by Katherine Olive\nTake your seats for a TED-style talk like you’ve never seen before (and will never see again). This is HEAD-Talks. \nAn esteemed panel of ‘experts’ are tasked to give presentations on any topic imaginable – from life-changing experiences to ground-breaking discoveries to a new invention that’s set to change the world. The only thing is… they haven’t seen the accompanying slide-show before… \nCome and watch as the world’s brightest minds do battle with surprising slides. They’ll grapple with goofy graphs\, stumble over stupendous stock-images and get taken aback by tricksome texts. Accompanied by a charming but devious host\, HEAD-Talks is sure to be a show full of hilarity (but perhaps less full of facts!). \n‘I Don’t Know What You’ll Do This Summer’ by Charlie Hutchence\nThis summer a group of friends will set out the trip of their lives. But all is not well as a mysterious and yet to be determined force puts them all in peril.\n\nWill they blindly ignore sensible warnings from strangers in petrol stations? Why can’t they just use their phones to get help? How could anyone think this is worth a direct to dvd sequel?\n\nSee how it all goes wrong for our characters and their friendships.\n\nA comedy inspired by teen horror films from the 90’s and 00’s. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/unscripted-players-big-summer-show/2024-08-10/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/UP-Summer-24-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240811T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240811T211000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240702T155746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T155746Z UID:10000952-1723404600-1723410600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Boogaloo Stu presents Big Quiffy Bingo DESCRIPTION:Sunday 11th August | 19:30 (doors open 19:00)\n“Big Quiffy Bingo brings a smile to even the hardest of hearts”  ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Broadway Baby \nFrom the very towering tips of his perfectly-coiffed quiff down to the tips of his bejewelled toes\, Boogaloo Stu is altogether completely ridiculous\, simply fabulous and utterly idiotic. Following his fourth annual sell-out run at the Brighton Spiegeltent\, the legendary bawdy raconteur Boogaloo Stu is finally taking his outrageous one-man show\, Big Quiffy Bingo\, out on the road. Join him for his gloriously playful and anarchic bingo experience\, where utter filth\, joyous fun and flashmob dances collide.  \nYou will feel the tension rise as Stu’s balls begin to churn; when they finally drop\, you ‘ll get non-stop nonsense\, outrageous antics\, buttock-clenching workouts\, hilarious prizes and some very ballsy bingo to boot. Stu’s gift hamper will be stuffed to the brim with all manner of exotic prizes\, so come on down and win it big!  \nBoogaloo Stu\nWith a thoroughly distinctive style\, Boogaloo Stu is something of a showbiz polymath. Stu inhabits his own unique visually rich world which is irresistibly inviting\, filled with an optimism that sparkles as brightly as the vintage lurex threads in one of his bespoke fashion looks. From his roots in fashion design\, cabaret performance and DJ-ing\, Stu subsequently sharpened his skills as a theatre-maker; with his audience always at the heart of his work\, he developed and toured nationally with a number of unique and innovative theatre shows. In recent years\, he has honed his talents as a visual artist\, creating strikingly beautiful dioramas\, prints and ceramics. \nboogaloostu.co.uk \ninstagram.com/boogaloostu \nTickets are “pay what you can”\, with a suggested donation ticket of £5 and a “supporter” donation ticket of £10. Please book your ticket below and\, if choosing the PWYC ticket\, use the donation box to decide how much you would like to pay. \n20% of ticket sales will be going to Bristol Pride! URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/boogaloo-stu-presents-big-quiffy-bingo/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Visiting Acts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Big-Quiffy-Bingo-CROP.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240813T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240817T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20230501T154158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T151903Z UID:10000526-1723543200-1723914000@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Mockumentary Now with Chris Mead DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 13th- Saturday 17th August | 10:00 – 17:00 (plus 20:00 – 22:00 on Saturday 17th)\nMockumentaries are documentaries where the world and characters presented are exaggerated versions of reality. \nImprov and mockumentaries have a long and storied history together. In fact\, a free-wheeling improvisational style fits the tone of the form perfectly. Over the years\, such improv luminaries as Christopher Guest\, Eugene Levy\, Amy Poehler and Steve Carell have all used their training to hilarious effect in mockumentary films and TV shows. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll explore how to put them on stage. We’ll look at everything from the Christopher Guest cannon\, through the US version of The Office and Parks & Recreation\, to existing improv formats like The Documentary developed by Billy Merritt. \nThis course will help you develop the following improv skills: Characters\, interview-style monologues\, relationship\, subtext\, narrative\, narration \nThis week-long intensive (Tuesday to Saturday) will culminate in a performance by the students on Saturday 17th August of the Mockumentary format where the topic is chosen by the audience!* \n*If you want to do the course but you’re not sure about performing\, you’re still welcome to join. Feel free to get in touch with Chris or the Bristol Improv Theatre beforehand if you have any questions. \nAbout the Instructor\nChris Mead is an improviser\, writer and creative who lives in the beautiful Surrey Hills with his wife\, Laura and his cavapoo dog-pal\, Radio. \nHis focus is on emotionally-connected\, relationship-driven improv. He is lucky enough to teach and perform all over the world. Chris studied theatre at the prestigious Royal Holloway college and continues to explore improv with every school\, theatre and practitioner he can find. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/mockumentary-now-with-chris-mead/ 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,Summer Schools,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mockumentary-now.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240524T150349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T150650Z UID:10000929-1723662000-1723671000@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Improvising Shakespeare with Imogen Palmer DESCRIPTION:14th August – 25th September | Wednesdays | 19:00 – 21:30\n‘All the world’s a stage’ said one of our greatest poets\, and\, in this 7-week course\, you’ll get the chance to make this a reality! \nUsing fun\, accessible tools and techniques inspired by the Bard’s plays and over a decade of improvisation & theatre experience\, we’ll explore topics including: \n\nWord-play\, imagery and poetic language\nIambic pentameter (rhythmic speech)\nMonologues and asides\nComedy and tragedy performance skills and story structures \nShakespearian characters\n\nIf you’ve been improvising for a while and want to stretch yourself with a fresh performance skill or if you are a fan of Shakespeare and want to immerse yourself in his style in good company\, this course is for you. It may sound daunting to improvise Shakespeare\, but by the end of this course you’ll have the confidence to weave poetic speech and casual asides into your daily life!  \nThere’ll also be an (optional) performing opportunity to share some of the skills explored in week 7 as part of a Bristol Improv Theatre student showcase. This opportunity will be arranged in collaboration with the group. \n\n \n \n \n \nAbout the Instructor\nImogen Palmer is a theatre-maker\, improviser and teacher. She 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 (★★★★★ ‘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’. \n\nShe has 10+ 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.  She has trained in Commedia Dell’arte and clowning with master teachers including Didi Hopkins (National Theatre)\, Fabio Mangolini (Cornucopia Performing Arts Labs)\, Deanna Fleysher (Naked Comedy Lab)\, Holly Stoppitt and Phil Burgers (Dr Brown).   \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.  \nShe draws from her background working in Student Unions where she went through leadership\, Trainer the Trainer\, equality & diversity and coaching training. Imogen is currently studying a Dramatherapy MA at Roehampton University (London). URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improvising-shakespeare-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:Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Imo-Shakespeare-1-1-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240817T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240817T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240718T150718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T140320Z UID:10000970-1723924800-1723932000@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Mockumentary Now! DESCRIPTION:Saturday 17th August | 20:00 (Doors 19:30)\nA fully improvised documentary where the audience get to choose the subject matter. Would you like to see an investigation into the running of a Cat Café? Or a village that puts on a cheese sculpting contest every year? Perhaps you’d like to follow a troupe of mimes or a street art collective? Through interviews and scene work\, we’ll take you into a world of obsession\, power\, betrayal and hobbycraft. \nThis performance is a showcase for the weeklong improv intensive class that precedes it. \n‘Bring a Friend’ offer: Bring a friend along for FREE when you book a ticket! To redeem\, use the code FRIEND at check out. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/mockumentary-now/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Homegrown Heroes,Visiting Acts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/mockumentary-now.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240818T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240818T194500 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240705T110601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T104439Z UID:10000953-1724007600-1724010300@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:The Jazz Club DESCRIPTION:Sunday 18th August | 19:00 \nIMPROMPTWO presents THE JAZZ CLUB\nPicture this: It’s the mid-1940s\, just as the war is ending. We’re in a lower-class jazz club in New York\, where the vibe is hopeful for new beginnings – or is that optimism misguided? Join ImprompTwo\, a duo favorite at festivals around the world\, as they create a show filled with regrets\, passion ignited (or perhaps denied)\, and beautiful silences\, all set within a world that is trying to find itself again. Come join us as we listen to live jazz\, and maybe the secrets others share with us. \nAbout ImprompTwo\nImprompTwo has been performing at improv festivals around the world for seven years\, including Sweden (SWIMP\, Goteburg)\, England (Robin Hood – 2022\, 2023\, 2024)\, Paris\, Oslo (SNIF 2024)\, and across the US (South Carolina\, LA\, Baton Rouge\, Miami\, Tampa\, Chicago\, Nashville\, and more)\, and in Canada. Both members of ImprompTwo bring years of experience in producing and performing theatre in New York and Canada\, and bring that sensibility to their improv scenes\, which are known for beautiful silences\, quick banter\, and passion. Joe is a professional actor and was formerly AD of Firedrake Productions in NY. Kathy is a published and produced playwright in NY and Toronto. They have studied with many of the leading improvisers in the world\, including Susan Messing\, David Razowsky\, Impro Theatre LA\, Mark Phoenix\, Tony Reliage\, Craig and Carla Cackowski\, and their coach Gael Dooneweerd-Perry (Amsterdam) to name a few. \nThis show will take place in the Bar of the Bristol Improv Theatre. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-jazz-club/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Visiting Acts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ImprompTwo-The-Jazz-Club-CROP-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240819T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240823T170000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240402T161026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T152043Z UID:10000841-1724065200-1724432400@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:A Cappella Improv Intensive with Lisa Lynn DESCRIPTION:Monday 19th August – Friday 23rd August | 11:00 – 17:00\nLearn how to create musicals without instruments or planning! \nAcaprov\, the 5* improvised a cappella musical is directed by award winning actor\, singer and improviser Lisa Lynn (HOOPLA\, MusicBox\, Shuffle\, Hell Yeah! The Show). Join Lisa for a week long intensive to learn Acaprov’s a cappella musical improv skills\, bringing together  Beat-Boxing\, Rap\, Body Percussion\, Acting\, Dance\, Singing\, Improv and heart. \nCourse outline: \n\nDay 1: Musical improv 101 – learn or refresh yourself on the basics of musical improv\nDay 2: Beginners A Cappella Improv\nDay 3: Intermediate A Cappella Improv\nDay 4: Narrative Musicals using A Cappella improv\nDay 5: Putting together an A Cappella musical\n\nStudents who attend all 5 days of the course will be given the opportunity to perform an opening set at Acaprov’s show at the Bristol Improv Theatre on Friday 23rd August. As part of the course\, they will create a bespoke set catered to the needs\, strengths and delight of the students. \nAbout the Instructor\n \nAfter graduating with a First Class BA Honours Degree in Musical Theatre in 2009\, Lisa moved to London and has been working as a performer there\, and around the world\, ever since. Lisa performs improv regularly on the London Improv Circuit where she directs the 5* A Cappella Improvised Musical – Acaprov and plays in several groups on the HOOPLA Mainstage; as well as appearing in a variety of National and International Improv Festivals between acting jobs. Lisa is available for acting\, voice-over and coaching – you can reach her via her website: www.lisalynn.co.uk \n\n\n\n\n\n\nTicket Information\nDays 1 and 2 can be booked as stand-alone workshops or as a bundle together. Days 2\, 3 and 4 can also be booked together as a bundle. Please note: only those who attend all 5 days of workshops will be able to perform in the show. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/acapella-improv-intensive-with-lisa-lynn/ 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,Summer Schools,Theatre School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/acaprov-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240823T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240823T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240712T153502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T151034Z UID:10000964-1724443200-1724450400@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Acaprov: The Improvised A Cappella Musical DESCRIPTION:Friday 23rd August | 20:00 (Doors 19:30)\nImagine a new kind of musical: beatboxers\, rappers\, actors\, singers\, dancers and body percussionists coming together completely a cappella to improvise a fresh\, heart-warming show\, that you’ll never forget. \nEvery performance is unique. Acaprov take a location and title from the audience before spontaneously creating a non-stop musical that will make you laugh\, cry\, dance in your seat\, and sing all the way home! Everything seen and heard is 100% invented in the moment and entirely from the minds\, mouths and bodies of the performers – completely a cappella. \nAcaprov is a 5* improvised a cappella long form musical directed by award winning actor\, singer and improviser Lisa Lynn (HOOPLA\, Hell Yeah! The Show\, The Southend 48 Hour Improvathon). The show brings together Beat-Boxing\, Rap\, Body Percussion\, Acting\, Dance\, Singing\, Improv and heart to entertain audiences world wide. \nWith support from students taking the A Cappella Improv Intensive with Lisa Lynn URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/acaprov-the-improvised-a-cappella-musical/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Visiting Acts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/acaprov-banner.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240826T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240826T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20231212T142304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T144925Z UID:10000998-1724700600-1724707800@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Improv Drop-ins DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 19:30 – 21:30\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 hello@improvtheatre.net. \nIf you are brand new to improv\, you may prefer to try the monthly Improv Taster Session. \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. \n\n\n  \nIs cost a barrier to access for you? If so\, please check out our Pay It Forward Scheme > URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-drop-ins/2024-08-26/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6-731x1024-portrait-opt.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240830T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240830T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240725T105803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T143951Z UID:10000977-1725048000-1725055200@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Bristol Longform Takeover DESCRIPTION:Friday 30th August | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nGet ready for a takeover!  \nBristol Longform Comedy will be taking charge of the Bristol Improv Theatre to show you the wide range of wonderful improv troupes Bristol has to offer.  \nBristol Longform Comedy (BLC) is a community-oriented group who shines a light on American-Style Longform Improv. American Longform is a continuous improvised piece inspired by an audience suggestion\, structured like sketch comedy\, rather than a play. \nTheir takeover will show you the wide range of wonderful improv Bristol has to offer. There will be two established groups\, Beansville and Jazz Police\, and the Takeover Team: a community troupe created just for the night. \nCome along for an evening jam-packed with entertainment and comedy! \nBeansville presents: The Workplace\nIt’s another day at the office… the shop… the factory… or maybe even that weird place you once worked. You know the one. With all of the romances\, rivalries\, politics and performance issues you’d expect\, all made up on the spot in this improvised workplace comedy. \nBristol-based improvisers Beansville invite you to watch the pilot episode of a wholly improvised workplace comedy based on your suggestions. \nJazz Police \nSince forming in 2019\, Jazz Police have performed improv comedy all over the UK\, including at the Edinburgh International Improv Festival and the Birmingham Comedy Festival. Prepare to dive headfirst into a world of side-splitting scenes and comedic bits\, as an entire show is effortlessly crafted from a single word. \n‘Damn near perfect improv‘ – The Glasgow Improv Theatre \nThe Takeover Team\nThe Takeover Team is an assortment of improvisers from the community who have assembled for just two shows. That’s right\, just two shows. Catch them while you can\, because if you miss them\, you’ll never get to see them again! URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/bristol-longform-takeover-2/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Homegrown Heroes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240831T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240831T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240724T143314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T131345Z UID:10000976-1725134400-1725141600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Antics Joke Show ft. Next Level Sketch Comedy DESCRIPTION:Saturday 31st August | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nUp The Antics present their hit format of comedy variety\, featuring the best  stand-up\, improv & sketch comedy. This month\, they will be joined by the incredible Next Level Sketch Comedy. \nIMPROV FROM UP THE ANTICS\nBristol-based Up The Antics take us down the rabbit hole of improvised sketch comedy. With the suggestion of a location\, the antics will explore the characters and journeys taken to arrive there\, with hilarious results. \nLeicester Square Sketch-Off Semi-Finalists 2020 \nFeatured on BBC Radio 4 \n‘A Real Romp’ ★★★★★ Inter:Mission \n‘Brilliantly Witty’ – ★★★★ EdFringeReview \nSKETCH FROM NEXT LEVEL SKETCH COMEDY\nNext Level Sketch are a London based sketch collective with an unhealthy obsession with horses and giant birds made out of paper mache. They run monthly shows at Hoopla in south London with awesome guests like Tarot\, The Awkward Silence and Shelf. They will be presenting a greatest hits set of weird\, surreal and funny sketches. \nSTAND-UPS: Alasdair Wallace and The Artist Known Only As Banana URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/antics-joke-show-ft-next-level-sketch-comedy/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Flagship Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Antics-Main.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240902T193000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240902T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20231212T142304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T144925Z UID:10001008-1725305400-1725312600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Improv Drop-ins DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 19:30 – 21:30\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 hello@improvtheatre.net. \nIf you are brand new to improv\, you may prefer to try the monthly Improv Taster Session. \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. \n\n\n  \nIs cost a barrier to access for you? If so\, please check out our Pay It Forward Scheme > URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-drop-ins/2024-09-02/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6-731x1024-portrait-opt.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240905T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240905T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20221215T152902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T145120Z UID:10000917-1725566400-1725573600@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Improv Jam & Social DESCRIPTION:First Thursday of Every Month | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nJoin us for an evening of improv games\, socialising and fun at our monthly jam. \nYou can sign up to play improv games – think ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway?’ – or scenes\, all facilitated by our experienced compere. There will be lots of silly nonsense\, laughs and plenty of chances to join in! Everyone is welcome\, whether you’re aching to stretch your improv muscles\, curious to try improvising for the very first time\, or simply want to come along and watch. \nTickets are pay what you decide\, but please book in advance so we know who we’re expecting. Please book your ticket below and use the donation box to decide how much you would like to pay. URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-jam-social/2024-09-05/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/TheatreJam_03January2019_WebResolution_Pullen-1601.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240906T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20231002T115847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T120331Z UID:10000660-1725652800-1725660000@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:The Noise Next Door: Freewheeling DESCRIPTION:Friday 6th & Saturday 7th September | 20:00 (Doors 19:30)\nBuckle up… You’re in for a hell of a ride! The quickest wits in comedy are here to take you on a totally improvised tour around YOUR weirdest and wildest ideas. \nThe Noise Next Door are going hell for leather in this brand new show as they race through a priceless parade of off-the-cuff gags\, scenes and songs\, all based on your suggestions. \nThe Noise Next Door are twelve-time sell-out veterans of The Edinburgh Fringe and have appeared on ‘The One Show’ (BBC One)\, ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ (ITV1)\, and ‘Roast Battle’ (Comedy Central). They have also appeared alongside the likes of Michael McIntyre\, Katherine Ryan\, Romesh Ranganathan and Harry Hill.  \n“Hilarious… A superior kind of chaos” Telegraph \n“21st century comedy at its finest and funniest.” The Stage \n“Comedy gold… Staggeringly well executed.” Guardian \n“Phenomenal” Daily Mirror \n(Age Suggestion: 15+) URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-noise-next-door-freewheeling/2024-09-06/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Visiting Acts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Freewheeling_Wide.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240907T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240907T220000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20231002T115847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T120331Z UID:10000661-1725739200-1725746400@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:The Noise Next Door: Freewheeling DESCRIPTION:Friday 6th & Saturday 7th September | 20:00 (Doors 19:30)\nBuckle up… You’re in for a hell of a ride! The quickest wits in comedy are here to take you on a totally improvised tour around YOUR weirdest and wildest ideas. \nThe Noise Next Door are going hell for leather in this brand new show as they race through a priceless parade of off-the-cuff gags\, scenes and songs\, all based on your suggestions. \nThe Noise Next Door are twelve-time sell-out veterans of The Edinburgh Fringe and have appeared on ‘The One Show’ (BBC One)\, ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ (ITV1)\, and ‘Roast Battle’ (Comedy Central). They have also appeared alongside the likes of Michael McIntyre\, Katherine Ryan\, Romesh Ranganathan and Harry Hill.  \n“Hilarious… A superior kind of chaos” Telegraph \n“21st century comedy at its finest and funniest.” The Stage \n“Comedy gold… Staggeringly well executed.” Guardian \n“Phenomenal” Daily Mirror \n(Age Suggestion: 15+) URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-noise-next-door-freewheeling/2024-09-07/ LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Visiting Acts ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Freewheeling_Wide.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240909T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240909T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20230410T114717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T131739Z UID:10000454-1725908400-1725917400@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Discovering Improv DESCRIPTION:9th September – 14th October | Mondays | 19:00 – 21:30\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?\nDiscovering Improv is an introduction to improvisation aimed at absolute beginners – no experience required! The course consists of 6 sessions that last for 2.5 hours each.  \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 is a 6-week course capped at 16 participants\, plus up to 2 instructors (18 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/discovering-improv-september-2024/ 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240909T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240909T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T045322 CREATED:20240116T155041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T145229Z UID:10000756-1725908400-1725917400@improvtheatre.co.uk SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 2: Exploring Narrative - CANCELLED DESCRIPTION:9th September – 21st October | Mondays | 19:00-21:30 (CANCELLED)\nThis course has been cancelled due to low uptake.  \nWe will be running an additional ‘Performing Improv L1: Creating Characters’ course on this day instead. If this is of interest\, please get in touch with our Theatre School team on the following email address: theatreschool@improvtheatre.net. \nIf you have booked onto this Level 2 course\, you will have received an email from our Theatre School team.  \nWe apologise for any disappointment caused\, and thank you for understanding.  \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/performing-improv-level-2-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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Perf-L2-Landscape-WEB.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR