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SUMMARY:BIG QUIZ OF UTTER NONSENSE
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 29th February – Take a Leap Day into the Unknown | 19:30 – 21:30\nThursday 28th March – Thursday is Friday Bank Holiday Special | 19:30 – 21:30\nGET YOUR TEAM TOGETHER FOR A PUB TEAM GAME THAT SWAPS GENERAL KNOWLEDGE FOR GENERAL NONSENSE.\nWrite or draw answers for your nonsense quizmaster in the game described as “Cards against humanity meets Pictionary meets Shooting Stars!”  \nGet some brain fizz going with questions like… \nWhat is hidden in Lionel Richie’s top secret underground bunker? \nWhat would you replace the shark with in the film Jaws? Draw the poster! \nThe answer is ‘battered sausage’\, what is the question? \n  \nPrizes will be awarded for the most original nonsense. \nIf your answer is similar to others\, nil pwa. If your answer is WTF HOW DID THEY THINK OF THAT?! Billions of pwa. \nSo think beyond ya box and you’ll be well on your way. \nWhat to expect… \n\nYour live Nonsense Quizmaster will start the quiz at the appointed time\n\n\nYou will be guided through a series of quiz rounds where there are no right or wrong answers\, only silly and sillier ones!\n\n\nTeams will be scored on their commitment to Nonsense\n\n\nPrizes will be awarded at the end\n\n29th February – Take a Leap Day Into the Unknown – Make the most of the extra day of 2024 by joining in with our Leap Year themed special! Ever wondered what the 29th Feb spends its time doing for the other three years? Have you had a vision for a whacky wedding proposal that could feature in a gallery of leap year engagements? Then come along to the Big Quiz and your ludicrous leap year ideas could  help you take home the prize! \n28th March – Thursday is Friday Bank Holiday Special – Start your bank holiday weekend with a bang where Thursday is the new Friday! \nCLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS THROUGH YUUP >
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/big-quiz-of-utter-nonsense/2024-01-18/
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,Visiting Acts
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SUMMARY:The Improv Gym
DESCRIPTION:Fortnightly Wednesdays\, starting 24th January | 19:00 – 22:00\nImprove your improv!  \nIn your journey through improv\, it isn’t always about acquiring a new skill for your improviser’s toolkit or throwing yourself into a new and unfamiliar style of play. Sometimes you need to practise your existing skills\, polish up your play\, and get your reps in with some feedback/pointers and constructive critique from an expert. Enter the Improv Gym! \nPart rehearsal room\, part personal improv training\, the Improv Gym is a facilitated space where you can work on your skills and draw upon the expertise of our experienced teaching staff. Each session will be led by a Bristol Improv Theatre Instructor who will warm you up and set you going with exercises\, games\, and scenes that will work on the skill areas that you want to improve\, before providing individualised feedback\, coaching\, and critique to help you get to the next level. \nIf you have a particular skill or piece of work that you want to focus on\, let the instructor know and they’ll tailor your session accordingly. If you’re working on something with specialised equipment\, skills\, or knowledge – such as puppetry\, singing\, dance\, or any props/technical requirements – please email theatreschool@improvtheatre.co.uk ahead of time so that we can prepare everything we’ll need to support you in the session. \nEach session lasts 3 hours and is capped at 8 places.  \nThe Improv Gym is about improving the skills you want to work on – if you’re looking for something a bit more structured or just want to turn up and play\, why not try our Improv Drop-ins? \n\n\nChanges to timings and pricing\nFollowing a successful trial period during the Summer and early Autumn\, we’ve made some slight changes to the Improv Gym for 2024. \nThe Improv Gym will run fortnightly from 24th January. Each session is now 3 hours long and capped at 8 places to allow for more bespoke feedback and coaching from our instructor. As such\, the price of the session has increased to account for the added time and more personalised experience. With affordability in mind\, we are continuing to offer a concession price to try to keep the session accessible for those who would find the full price to be a barrier. For those that are able to pay more we also have a supporter ticket price\, where the additional income will go towards the running of these sessions. \nIf the concession price cost is still a barrier for you\, and you feel that the Improv Gym is the best option for you to develop as an improviser\, please contact us at hello@improvtheatre.co.uk and we can discuss flexible payment options and/or bursary spaces with you.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-improv-gym-3/2024-01-24/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre School
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SUMMARY:BBFC Presents: PLANKTON (AKA CREATURES OF THE ABYSS) (1994)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 25th January | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\n“I have the feeling that the secret of this ship is somehow tied to these strange fish.” \nJust when you thought 2024 was safe from bad movies\, we’re back with an Italian production that takes us back to the era of big hair\, not-so-special effects and mutant sea creatures! \nDirector Alvaro Passeri had previously used his animation skills on the likes of Cinema Paradiso and The Wild Beasts\, but is able to wringe every penny out of this low budget horror that sees a group of horny teens faced the results of science run amok! \nReminiscent of Troll 2 with its insane dialogue and wonderfully insane visual effects\, Plankton is the perfect way to get the year off to a flying (fish) start! \nFive teenagers embark on a boating trip off the coast of Florida. The teens get hopelessly lost at sea after they get caught in a fierce storm. Fortunately\, the quintet stumble across an abandoned yacht in the middle of the ocean with a mysterious biology lab on board it. Unfortunately\, there are also ferocious mutated prehistoric fish running amok on the yacht. Will any of the teens survive this harrowing ordeal? \n\n“Some days you just wanna sit back with a pumpkin spice latte and watch monstrous marine life eat some Italian people.” – MST3K Project \n“I have now seen this film THREE times\, and I’m still not sure what to make of it.” – HorrorNews.net \n\nThis film and event is certified ’18’. \nAll tickets: £5
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/bbfc-presents-plankton-aka-creatures-of-the-abyss-1994/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Sci-fi Double Feature: Spon Trek: The Next Improvisation and Waiting for Robo(T)
DESCRIPTION:Friday 26th January | 20:00\n  \nIt’s a Science Fiction Double Feature. Two improv shows\, one Sci-Fi theme. Join us for two brand new stories inspired by your favourite shows and science fiction concepts. \n  \nSpon Trek: The Next Improvisation \nSpace: the final frontier. These are the unscripted voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its continuing mission: to explore strange new worlds. To seek out new jokes and new civilizations. To boldly go where no one has gone before! \nAs if there wasn’t quite enough Star Trek right now\, join us for a “wonderfully geeky\,” (Edfringe Review) brand new episode of the cult sci-fi classic. Inspired by your audience suggestions\, this comedic parody is suitable for all levels of nerdiness and Star Trek knowledge\, including none! \n  \nReal Positive Poles are a Bristol based sci-fi improv troupe. Their previous shows have included The Y Files an improvised X Files and After Dusk an improvised Twilight Zone which won best improv show at the Brighton Fringe 2022 and was top 3 shortlisted for best show in all categories. \n“A beautiful demonstration of everything that improvised performance can be” ★★★★★ – The Reviews Hub \n“Quirky\, offbeat and hilarious” – Swindon Fringe Review \n“Absolutely perfect improv” – Starburst Magazine \nWaiting for Robo(t) \nIn the fast-paced modern world of automation and AI assistants\, it’s an increasingly common worry that a robot might one day replace you and make you obsolete. \nBut what if it’s already happening? What if your colleagues\, friends\, family – even yourself – have already been replaced by synthetic imitators? \nWell\, worry no more! GC Industries is proud to present this live demonstration of their groundbreaking Voight-Kampff test. Sit back and watch as our trained interrogator puts an unsuspecting suspect under the spotlight and finds out whether they’re as human as they claim to be. \nFrom the joyful idiots that brought you Steves and Wooster and Holy Unauthorised Improv Parody\, Batman! comes a new show inspired by that one bit from the beginning of Blade Runner. \n  \n\n\n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/sci-fi-double-feature-spon-trek/
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
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SUMMARY:The Antics Joke Show ft. The Joke Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 27th January | 20:00 (19:30 doors)\nUp The Antics present their hit monthly night of comedy variety. Including sketches\, stand-up\, and improv\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This month’s special guests are THE JOKE CLINIC \nTHE JOKE CLINIC\nComedians up and down the country and to the coastal regions at the sides have been desperately crying out for a saviour. “Help!” They’ve been saying. “Help! My jokes require the tender loving care of two critically acclaimed and established comedians who know exactly what audiences crave.” \nAnd their prayers have been answered in full. The Joke Clinic is here\, comprised of Charlie Bowers & Walter Jack\, comedy aficionados with a penchant for razor-sharp wit and a snappy punchline. \nIMPROV from UP THE ANTICS \nBristol-based Up The Antics (as heard on BBC Radio 4) 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. \n‘Brilliantly witty’ ★★★★★ Inter:Mission  \n‘Up The Antics are guaranteed to deliver a laugh every minute’ ★★★★ EdFringeReview  \nSTAND-UP FROM AMY JANE BLACK  \nAmy Jane Black has had quite enough of societies nonsense and has gone on strike from her job: a single-parent. Warning: she is extremely manipulative and will convince you to join her on the picket line. BBC radio bristol: “an absolute delight” Greta thunberg: “a role-model” Ex-boyfriend: “avoid” \nMC – MILLIE MALONE\nThe ‘people’s princess of Bristol comedy’\, Millie Malone is a rising star on the scene. Bringing a unique voice that is as morally dubious as it is flirty and charming\, watching her is like being chatted up and held at knifepoint all at once. Her surreal and punchline heavy sets have taken her to the Edinburgh Fringe\, BBC radio and some of the most renowned clubs in the UK. \n\n\n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-antics-joke-show-ft-the-joke-clinic/
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
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SUMMARY:The Improv Gym
DESCRIPTION:Fortnightly Wednesdays\, starting 24th January | 19:00 – 22:00\nImprove your improv!  \nIn your journey through improv\, it isn’t always about acquiring a new skill for your improviser’s toolkit or throwing yourself into a new and unfamiliar style of play. Sometimes you need to practise your existing skills\, polish up your play\, and get your reps in with some feedback/pointers and constructive critique from an expert. Enter the Improv Gym! \nPart rehearsal room\, part personal improv training\, the Improv Gym is a facilitated space where you can work on your skills and draw upon the expertise of our experienced teaching staff. Each session will be led by a Bristol Improv Theatre Instructor who will warm you up and set you going with exercises\, games\, and scenes that will work on the skill areas that you want to improve\, before providing individualised feedback\, coaching\, and critique to help you get to the next level. \nIf you have a particular skill or piece of work that you want to focus on\, let the instructor know and they’ll tailor your session accordingly. If you’re working on something with specialised equipment\, skills\, or knowledge – such as puppetry\, singing\, dance\, or any props/technical requirements – please email theatreschool@improvtheatre.co.uk ahead of time so that we can prepare everything we’ll need to support you in the session. \nEach session lasts 3 hours and is capped at 8 places.  \nThe Improv Gym is about improving the skills you want to work on – if you’re looking for something a bit more structured or just want to turn up and play\, why not try our Improv Drop-ins? \n\n\nChanges to timings and pricing\nFollowing a successful trial period during the Summer and early Autumn\, we’ve made some slight changes to the Improv Gym for 2024. \nThe Improv Gym will run fortnightly from 24th January. Each session is now 3 hours long and capped at 8 places to allow for more bespoke feedback and coaching from our instructor. As such\, the price of the session has increased to account for the added time and more personalised experience. With affordability in mind\, we are continuing to offer a concession price to try to keep the session accessible for those who would find the full price to be a barrier. For those that are able to pay more we also have a supporter ticket price\, where the additional income will go towards the running of these sessions. \nIf the concession price cost is still a barrier for you\, and you feel that the Improv Gym is the best option for you to develop as an improviser\, please contact us at hello@improvtheatre.co.uk and we can discuss flexible payment options and/or bursary spaces with you.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-improv-gym-3/2024-02-07/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre School
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SUMMARY:David Puck Drag's Big Book of Improvised Interactive Musical Stories
DESCRIPTION:Friday 9th February | 20:00 (Doors 19:30)\nThe bedtime storybook has come to life and is ready to read you all – through song. But this isn’t a pre-published book\, no! Just like the spoiled children we are\, we’re getting a brand new story\, where you choose the place\, characters\, even their decisions. Follow-the-fun interactive silliness. \nThink Bandesnatch meets Ru Paul’s Drag Race meets Mother Goose. \nDavid Puck is an improviser\, drag performer and painter. They’ve worked with orgs like HBO\, Savage x Fenty\, BBC Three\, The Eurovision Song Contest and many queens from Ru Paul’s Drag Race. \nInstagram @davidpuckdrag \nAccompanied by dapper pianist and improviser Jack Greenwood. \nInstagram @jackthegreen \nWith support from The Bish Bosh Bash!\nJoin the Bristol Improv favourites\, The Bish Bosh Bash\, for a hilarious show full of silliness\, games and all round good-times! \nThey’re battling it out for you\, playing for your votes and adoration. You decide who makes it to the end\, and ultimately which team goes home with the glory! \n\n\n\n* This event was previously scheduled to be ‘Do The Right Scene’.  Due to unforeseen circumstances\, we’ve had to postpone this show to Saturday 4th May. View the new event page here >
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/david-puck-drag/
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
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SUMMARY:Games Night
DESCRIPTION:Valentines/Palentines Games Night | 14th February| 20:00- 22:00\nInternational Women’s Day Games Night | 13th March | 20:00-22:00\n  \nBring your friends to Games Night; our pub quiz-cum-improv challenge night! \nInspired by an array of popular improvised activities\, our night of gripping games and comical challenges will have you and your team howling with laughter as you play together against others. From solving riveting riddles to giggling at guessing games\, and acting out murder mystery charades\, you can let your competitive side run wild! \nThroughout the evening\, your hilarious hosts will dish out points for the most creative\, competitive and completely barmy endeavours. All of our games can be played at your table amongst your team. We’ll never force you to perform for the crowd\, unless you want to! \nOur hosts will bring the games\, we’ll bring the atmosphere\, all you need to do is turn up and have fun! \nValentines/Palentines Games Night: Love is in the Bristol Improv Theatre for our Valentines/Palentines Games Night! Bring your dates\, brings your mates for a night of friendly competition themed around all things loooove ????\n\nIWD Games Night: Come to our March Games Night to celebrate International Women’s Day! Everyone is welcome for this special night celebrating inspirational women everywhere!\n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/games-night/2024-02-14/
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
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SUMMARY:The Mastery of Self Expression
DESCRIPTION:Friday 16th – Sunday 18th February\nPlease note: This event is scheduled to take place at Factory 8\, Southville\, Bristol. For all queries\, please contact jancastleuk@hotmail.com. \nEqual parts performance masterclass and personal development course\, The Mastery of Self Expression is an intensive weekend workshop that will help you discover how to come deeply into relationship with yourself and your ‘audience’ – whether that’s formally on stage or informally in your everyday interactions. \nA thrilling and stretching experience\, The Mastery is not about technique but about a quality of presence – the ability to risk being authentically who you are in the presence of others.  It offers you an experience of your own capacity for creative and spontaneous self-expression\, connecting you to your passions and enabling you to discover who you really are behind the ‘masks’ we all wear. \nCreated by Dan Fauci in 1977\, The Mastery was originally based on training actors but quickly passed into the public arena\, running continuously around the world since then; thousands of people from all walks of life have benefited from it.       \nWhat Mastery workshop participants said: \n“The weekend I did my Mastery I can safely say was the most playful\, exhilarating\, exciting\, challenging weekend in my entire adult life.” \n‘Would highly recommend to all actors/improvisers and anyone who wants to get more and more comfortable with being their true selves on stage.’ \nRequirements for people attending the workshop \nPlease note that although some of the areas covered in this workshop may feel therapeutic\, it is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for proper medical or psychological treatment.  It is not suitable for those currently too emotionally sensitive or too physically disabled to take responsibility for themselves.  Everyone attending the workshop will be required to sign an ethics form to ensure safety and confidentiality\, and create an environment in which it is safe for people to move out of their comfort zone.   \nPrior to the weekend\, you will need to learn by heart\, a two minute piece (poem\, song\, dance\, monologue\, story\, piece of music\, mime etc) that you will use as a vehicle for your creative expression (not an improvisation). Guidelines on this performance piece and full joining details for the workshop will be sent to you one month before the workshop. \nACCESS TO VENUE: there is one step off the street\, otherwise everything is flat and accessible. \nWeekend timings: \nFriday: 17:30 (doors 17:00) – late ie possibly after 23:00 \nSaturday:  9:30 (doors 9:00) – late ie possibly after 22:00  \nSunday:  9:30 (doors 9:00) – latest 19:30  \n\n      \n        \n      \n    \nAbout the Instructors\nSam Chittenden \nSam is a writer/director and runs a small theatre company (Different Theatre) alongside her consultancy Different Development.  Her experience includes many years as a Board Director in the NHS\, a coach\, a poet (Beth Somerford) and author of Rhyme & Reason – The Poetry of Leadership. \nSam hosts a variety of personal development workshops and creative retreats.  She is fascinated by stories and the characters that inhabit them. \n“The Mastery of Self Expression is a weekend of exploration for everyone involved. I am always bowled over by the creativity and passion shown by participants\, and by the changes they choose to make in their worlds.” \n  \nJan Castle\nJan is a highly experienced coach and facilitator\, the creator/co-creator of numerous self-development and creativity workshops including Live your Dream\, The Write Space\, Voicing your Purpose and The Space (follow-up to The Mastery). \nShe first became interested in our ability to create and ‘be’ without limitation when exploring the Art of The Fool with Frankie Anderson and Eastern spiritual traditions. \n“I am fascinated by the ‘edge’ I experience in myself and others\, the scary and thrilling frontier between the version of myself I think is acceptable to others\, and showing up fully in all my wonderful\, messy\, creative humanity.” \n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-mastery-of-self-expression/
LOCATION:Factory 8\, Southville\, Bristol\, The Bonus Room\, Factory 8\, Upton Road\, Southville\, Bristol\, BS3 1QZ
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SUMMARY:MATES: The Improvised 90s Sitcom
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 17th February | 20:00 (Doors 19:30)\nIt’s New York City. It’s the ‘90s. And this is a brand-new sitcom – completely improvised from your suggestions!  Inspired by classic TV such as Seinfeld\, Frasier and Friends\, could this show BE any funnier? From some of the comedians behind the award-winning Lying Together and CSI: Crime Scene Improvisation. Best Improv Show Edinburgh Fringe 2022 – Theatre Weekly. \n**** “Uproarious improvised comedy. The three actors have a masterful handle of comedy. The sheer joy that the performers channel into the show is wonderful to behold.” A Younger Theatre\n\n**** “Extremely quick and funny. The chemistry between Hugh\, Alex and Rachel is so good you will wish that this was a real sitcom.” Theatre Weekly\n\n**** “A tight structure\, cracking pace and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. Hugely enjoyable.” The Phoenix Remix.\n\n**** “These three talented performers had the audience laughing from the get-go with their charisma and overall likability.” North West End\n\nWith support from Last Day on Earth\nThe first graduate house team of legendary improv night Parent’s Basement take a location from the audience and proceed to take us on a journey through improvised sketch and character comedy. \nFeaturing performers from: This Is Your Musical\, Up The Antics & After Dusk: The Improvised Twilight Zone\, Last Day on Earth have travelled all over the country with their chaotic\, hilarious comedic style and consistently deliver premium laughter.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/mates-the-improvised-90s-sitcom/
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
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SUMMARY:Revs and Friends... a Valentine's Show
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 18th February | 19:00\nCupid has struck the silly Bristol Revunions\, hitting them where it hurts…. no not their funny bone! Bringing them some special guests to share some sketches with you on this special Valentines weekend. What more could an audience want? \nThe Bristol Revunions are the Bristol University sketch comedy society who have been around since the 1950’s. They’ve performed with the Cambridge Footlights\, Leeds Tealights\, Durham Revue and many more. Not so fresh off a 10 show stint at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival where they “nearly made a profit”\, you don’t want to miss them now! Not to mention five star reviews and a feature in a blooming BBC article\, their silly antics will have you giggling! \nSome of the best student comedians in Bristol at the moment will be performing with other renowned comedy groups\, need we say any more…. Catch them before they’re famous! \nJoined by Leeds Tealights and Cambridge Footlights
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/revs-and-friends-a-valentines-show/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240219T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240219T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233741
CREATED:20240129T134838Z
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SUMMARY:Performing Level 1: Telling Stories Student Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Monday 19th February| 20:00\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 scenes before your eyes\, based on your suggestions. \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? \n\n\n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-level-1-telling-stories-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 3 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=UTC:20240220T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240220T213000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233741
CREATED:20240129T150612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T150612Z
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SUMMARY:Performing L2: Approaches to Scenework Student Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 20th February| 20:00\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 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 7:30pm 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-l2-approaches-to-scenework-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:Level 4 Courses,Theatre School
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240222T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233741
CREATED:20240111T191305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T193919Z
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SUMMARY:BBFC Presents: CAVEMAN (1981)
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 22nd February | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nWhat happens when the writer of Jaws directs a former Beatle in a prehistoric romp featuring stop-motion dinosaurs and bikini-clad Bond girls? A non-stop zany adventure with a regard for archaeological accuracy that makes Bath Archaeo-Heritage Film Festival want to weep… \nIn a special collaboration with Bath Archaeo-Heritage Film Festival comes this special screening of Caveman which\, on paper\, has to be one of the most bizarre films ever made. \nNot only is Caveman a prehistoric slapstick adventure featuring cross-eyed stop-motion dinosaurs and a made-up language (we will be showing it subtitled!)\, but it is directed by Carl Gottlieb who co-wrote Jaws\, stars Ringo Starr – yes\, that Ringo\, a pre-Cheers Shelley Long\, former Bond Girl and future Mrs Ringo Starr Barbara Bach (they met on this film) AND a before-he-was-famous Dennis Quaid! \nAll of this combines to make Caveman one of the most uniquely charming\, but bizarre cinematic creations ever conceived… and will no incense any palaeontologists in the audience. \nThe Bath Archaeo-Heritage Film Fest runs from 4-6 April and brings together the joys of film and archaeology\, depicting time periods from the prehistoric to the 20th Century. \nAtouk (Ringo Starr) is the leader of a small band of misfit cavemen who are part of a larger community headed by strongman Tonda (John Matuszak). Atouk is madly in love with Tonda’s woman\, Lana (Barbara Bach). He even ignores the advances of the lovely Tala (Shelley Long) and sets his mind to finding some way of wooing Lana. During Atouk’s quest for romance\, he and his cohorts fend off dinosaurs\, indulge in hallucinogens and invent cooking\, music and medicine. \nWATCH THE TRAILER HERE >\n“One of the most free-wheeling comedies you’ve probably never seen\, check out Caveman or remain in the stone age forever….” – Film Authority \n“Dismiss Caveman as low-minded stupidity if you like\, but I may be giggling too loudly to hear your complaints.” – Scott Weinberg \n“Caveman will not be for all tastes\, and even with the cleverness to be found herein\, this isn’t exactly what one could call a thinking person’s farce.” – Pop Matters \nAll tickets: £5 (all profits to go to Caring In Bristol) \nThis film and event is certified ’PG’. \nPlease note that this screening will be subtitled.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/bbfc-presents-caveman-1981/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240223T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240223T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233741
CREATED:20240205T165043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T122501Z
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SUMMARY:The Muses
DESCRIPTION:Friday 23rd February | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nAn all-star long form team from some of Bristol’s best improvisers bring you a night of fun\, fancy and frolic. Improvisers from This Is Your Musical\, Up The Antics\, BirdWatchers\, Degrees of Error and Jazz Police will craft hilarious scenes and sketches from your suggestions. \nF-rated!* \n* This is a female led and directed production. \nWith support from Ki Shah’s One Offs\nJoin improv disruptor Kierann Shah for her one-woman improvised stand up and sketch show\, inspired by one word from the audience with no script. Awkward? Yes. Funny? Absolutely.  \nKierann is an improviser\, actor and writer formerly based in Leicester. She performs regularly with Midlands groups Tiny Stories and Rhymes Against Humanity.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-muses/
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240224T220000
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SUMMARY:The Antics Joke Show ft. Last Day On Earth
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 24th February | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nUp The Antics present their killer format of comedy variety\, featuring the best local stand-up talent\, sketch comedy from Up The Antics and improv comedy from special guests … Last Day on Earth! \nFull Line-Up\nSKETCH from Up THE ANTICS:\nUp The Antics (as heard on BBC Radio 4 Extra) bring a showcase of some of their best sketches. After 10+ years of performing together\, 4 Edinburgh Fringe shows releasing an award-winning sketch comedy pilot\, and establishing a hit monthly night of comedy variety\, there’s some gems to choose from!  \nLeicester Square Sketch-Off Semi-Finalists  \n“Brilliantly Witty” ★★★★★ Inter:Mission  \n“Up The Antics are guaranteed to deliver a laugh every minute” ★★★★ EdFringeReview  \nIMPROV from LAST DAY ON EARTH \nThe first graduate house team of legendary improv night Parent’s Basement take a location from the audience and proceed to take us on a journey through improvised sketch and character comedy. \nFeaturing performers from: This Is Your Musical\, Up The Antics & After Dusk: The Improvised Twilight Zone\, Last Day on Earth have travelled all over the country with their chaotic\, hilarious comedic style and consistently deliver premium laughter. \nSTAND-UP from FIFI DELANEY\nMC: AMY WEBBER \nAmy is an award winning comedian as heard on BBC Radio 4. Winner of ‘Best Comedy’ at Manchester Fringe (2023) and winner of ‘Audience Choice Award’ at the Musical Comedy Awards (2020)\, Amy has an opera degree that’s never been useful and she isn’t afraid to not use it. \n“Joyful” Telegraph \n“Playful and charismatic” Chortle \n“Energetic and quick witted” North West End
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-antics-joke-show-ft-last-day-on-earth/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T213000
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SUMMARY:Intro to Performing Improv
DESCRIPTION:27th February – 2nd April | Tuesdays | 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.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/intro-to-performing-improv-3/
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
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T213000
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SUMMARY:Performing Improv Level 1: Creating Characters
DESCRIPTION:27TH February – 9th April | Tuesdays | 19:00 – 21:30\nBe anyone (or anything) you want to be! This course introduces the tools\, techniques\, and tricks used to create characters on-the-spot in performance. \nPhysicality\, status and relationships between characters are all explored as you build your confidence when stepping into another character’s shoes. Expect lots of fun\, games\, and shared joy along the way! \nPerforming Improv Level 1 is a programme of four seven-week course\, which rotate throughout the year: ‘Creating Characters’\, ‘Telling Stories’\, ‘Singing Songs’ and ‘Making a Scene’. All the courses end with a showcase for invited family and friends to share what you’ve learned. \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 via hello@improvtheatre.net.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/performing-improv-level-1-creating-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 3 Courses,Theatre School
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T220000
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CREATED:20240221T103229Z
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SUMMARY:The Improv Gym
DESCRIPTION:Fortnightly Wednesdays | 19:00 – 22:00\nImprove your improv!  \nIn your journey through improv\, it isn’t always about acquiring a new skill for your improviser’s toolkit or throwing yourself into a new and unfamiliar style of play. Sometimes you need to practise your existing skills\, polish up your play\, and get your reps in with some feedback/pointers and constructive critique from an expert. Enter the Improv Gym! \nPart rehearsal room\, part personal improv training\, the Improv Gym is a facilitated space where you can work on your skills and draw upon the expertise of our experienced teaching staff. Each session will be led by a Bristol Improv Theatre Instructor who will warm you up and set you going with exercises\, games\, and scenes that will work on the skill areas that you want to improve\, before providing individualised feedback\, coaching\, and critique to help you get to the next level. \nIf you have a particular skill or piece of work that you want to focus on\, let the instructor know and they’ll tailor your session accordingly. If you’re working on something with specialised equipment\, skills\, or knowledge – such as puppetry\, singing\, dance\, or any props/technical requirements – please email theatreschool@improvtheatre.co.uk ahead of time so that we can prepare everything we’ll need to support you in the session. \nEach session lasts 3 hours and is capped at 8 places.  \nThe Improv Gym is about improving the skills you want to work on – if you’re looking for something a bit more structured or just want to turn up and play\, why not try our Improv Drop-ins? \n\n\nChanges to timings and pricing\nFollowing a successful trial period during the Summer and early Autumn\, we’ve made some slight changes to the Improv Gym for 2024. \nThe Improv Gym will run fortnightly from 24th January. Each session is now 3 hours long and capped at 8 places to allow for more bespoke feedback and coaching from our instructor. As such\, the price of the session has increased to account for the added time and more personalised experience. With affordability in mind\, we are continuing to offer a concession price to try to keep the session accessible for those who would find the full price to be a barrier. For those that are able to pay more we also have a supporter ticket price\, where the additional income will go towards the running of these sessions. \nIf the concession price cost is still a barrier for you\, and you feel that the Improv Gym is the best option for you to develop as an improviser\, please contact us at hello@improvtheatre.co.uk and we can discuss flexible payment options and/or bursary spaces with you.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-improv-gym-3-2/2024-02-28/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre School
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Bristol Improv Theatre":MAILTO:hello@improvtheatre.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T213000
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SUMMARY:BIG QUIZ OF UTTER NONSENSE
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 29th February – Take a Leap Day into the Unknown | 19:30 – 21:30\nThursday 28th March – Thursday is Friday Bank Holiday Special | 19:30 – 21:30\nGET YOUR TEAM TOGETHER FOR A PUB TEAM GAME THAT SWAPS GENERAL KNOWLEDGE FOR GENERAL NONSENSE.\nWrite or draw answers for your nonsense quizmaster in the game described as “Cards against humanity meets Pictionary meets Shooting Stars!”  \nGet some brain fizz going with questions like… \nWhat is hidden in Lionel Richie’s top secret underground bunker? \nWhat would you replace the shark with in the film Jaws? Draw the poster! \nThe answer is ‘battered sausage’\, what is the question? \n  \nPrizes will be awarded for the most original nonsense. \nIf your answer is similar to others\, nil pwa. If your answer is WTF HOW DID THEY THINK OF THAT?! Billions of pwa. \nSo think beyond ya box and you’ll be well on your way. \nWhat to expect… \n\nYour live Nonsense Quizmaster will start the quiz at the appointed time\n\n\nYou will be guided through a series of quiz rounds where there are no right or wrong answers\, only silly and sillier ones!\n\n\nTeams will be scored on their commitment to Nonsense\n\n\nPrizes will be awarded at the end\n\n29th February – Take a Leap Day Into the Unknown – Make the most of the extra day of 2024 by joining in with our Leap Year themed special! Ever wondered what the 29th Feb spends its time doing for the other three years? Have you had a vision for a whacky wedding proposal that could feature in a gallery of leap year engagements? Then come along to the Big Quiz and your ludicrous leap year ideas could  help you take home the prize! \n28th March – Thursday is Friday Bank Holiday Special – Start your bank holiday weekend with a bang where Thursday is the new Friday! \nCLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS THROUGH YUUP >
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/big-quiz-of-utter-nonsense/2024-02-29/
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,Visiting Acts
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240302T223000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233741
CREATED:20240115T175817Z
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SUMMARY:Clifton Cabaret Presents: Musical Theatre Song Swap
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 2nd March | 20:00 (doors open 19:30)\nClifton Cabaret brings together some of Bristol’s finest singers to deliver an evening of the best musical theatre from both sides of the Atlantic.\n\n\nAccompanied by a live pianist\, our singers will be ‘song swapping’ – performing songs not originally written for their voices. Join us for an eclectic evening of showstoppers as you’ve never heard them sung before!
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/clifton-cabaret-presents-musical-song-swap/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T220000
DTSTAMP:20260417T233741
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T172055Z
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SUMMARY:The Improv Gym
DESCRIPTION:Fortnightly Wednesdays\, starting 24th January | 19:00 – 22:00\nImprove your improv!  \nIn your journey through improv\, it isn’t always about acquiring a new skill for your improviser’s toolkit or throwing yourself into a new and unfamiliar style of play. Sometimes you need to practise your existing skills\, polish up your play\, and get your reps in with some feedback/pointers and constructive critique from an expert. Enter the Improv Gym! \nPart rehearsal room\, part personal improv training\, the Improv Gym is a facilitated space where you can work on your skills and draw upon the expertise of our experienced teaching staff. Each session will be led by a Bristol Improv Theatre Instructor who will warm you up and set you going with exercises\, games\, and scenes that will work on the skill areas that you want to improve\, before providing individualised feedback\, coaching\, and critique to help you get to the next level. \nIf you have a particular skill or piece of work that you want to focus on\, let the instructor know and they’ll tailor your session accordingly. If you’re working on something with specialised equipment\, skills\, or knowledge – such as puppetry\, singing\, dance\, or any props/technical requirements – please email theatreschool@improvtheatre.co.uk ahead of time so that we can prepare everything we’ll need to support you in the session. \nEach session lasts 3 hours and is capped at 8 places.  \nThe Improv Gym is about improving the skills you want to work on – if you’re looking for something a bit more structured or just want to turn up and play\, why not try our Improv Drop-ins? \n\n\nChanges to timings and pricing\nFollowing a successful trial period during the Summer and early Autumn\, we’ve made some slight changes to the Improv Gym for 2024. \nThe Improv Gym will run fortnightly from 24th January. Each session is now 3 hours long and capped at 8 places to allow for more bespoke feedback and coaching from our instructor. As such\, the price of the session has increased to account for the added time and more personalised experience. With affordability in mind\, we are continuing to offer a concession price to try to keep the session accessible for those who would find the full price to be a barrier. For those that are able to pay more we also have a supporter ticket price\, where the additional income will go towards the running of these sessions. \nIf the concession price cost is still a barrier for you\, and you feel that the Improv Gym is the best option for you to develop as an improviser\, please contact us at hello@improvtheatre.co.uk and we can discuss flexible payment options and/or bursary spaces with you.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-improv-gym-3/2024-03-06/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre School
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SUMMARY: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/2024-03-07/
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
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day: WOMAN
DESCRIPTION:Friday 8th March | 20:00\n\nWomen\, Stories\, Truth\, Friendship\, Creativity. \nJoin us for an evening celebrating International Women’s Day. \nThe Bristol Improv Theatre will be showcasing a range of exceptional performers from our community\, including a specially created improvised theatre piece devised by former Theatre School students Tina Malhotra and Camilla Owen.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/international-womens-day-woman/
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,Homegrown Heroes
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SUMMARY:Games Night
DESCRIPTION:Valentines/Palentines Games Night | 14th February| 20:00- 22:00\nInternational Women’s Day Games Night | 13th March | 20:00-22:00\n  \nBring your friends to Games Night; our pub quiz-cum-improv challenge night! \nInspired by an array of popular improvised activities\, our night of gripping games and comical challenges will have you and your team howling with laughter as you play together against others. From solving riveting riddles to giggling at guessing games\, and acting out murder mystery charades\, you can let your competitive side run wild! \nThroughout the evening\, your hilarious hosts will dish out points for the most creative\, competitive and completely barmy endeavours. All of our games can be played at your table amongst your team. We’ll never force you to perform for the crowd\, unless you want to! \nOur hosts will bring the games\, we’ll bring the atmosphere\, all you need to do is turn up and have fun! \nValentines/Palentines Games Night: Love is in the Bristol Improv Theatre for our Valentines/Palentines Games Night! Bring your dates\, brings your mates for a night of friendly competition themed around all things loooove ????\n\nIWD Games Night: Come to our March Games Night to celebrate International Women’s Day! Everyone is welcome for this special night celebrating inspirational women everywhere!\n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/games-night/2024-03-13/
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
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SUMMARY:The Improv Gym
DESCRIPTION:Fortnightly Wednesdays\, starting 24th January | 19:00 – 22:00\nImprove your improv!  \nIn your journey through improv\, it isn’t always about acquiring a new skill for your improviser’s toolkit or throwing yourself into a new and unfamiliar style of play. Sometimes you need to practise your existing skills\, polish up your play\, and get your reps in with some feedback/pointers and constructive critique from an expert. Enter the Improv Gym! \nPart rehearsal room\, part personal improv training\, the Improv Gym is a facilitated space where you can work on your skills and draw upon the expertise of our experienced teaching staff. Each session will be led by a Bristol Improv Theatre Instructor who will warm you up and set you going with exercises\, games\, and scenes that will work on the skill areas that you want to improve\, before providing individualised feedback\, coaching\, and critique to help you get to the next level. \nIf you have a particular skill or piece of work that you want to focus on\, let the instructor know and they’ll tailor your session accordingly. If you’re working on something with specialised equipment\, skills\, or knowledge – such as puppetry\, singing\, dance\, or any props/technical requirements – please email theatreschool@improvtheatre.co.uk ahead of time so that we can prepare everything we’ll need to support you in the session. \nEach session lasts 3 hours and is capped at 8 places.  \nThe Improv Gym is about improving the skills you want to work on – if you’re looking for something a bit more structured or just want to turn up and play\, why not try our Improv Drop-ins? \n\n\nChanges to timings and pricing\nFollowing a successful trial period during the Summer and early Autumn\, we’ve made some slight changes to the Improv Gym for 2024. \nThe Improv Gym will run fortnightly from 24th January. Each session is now 3 hours long and capped at 8 places to allow for more bespoke feedback and coaching from our instructor. As such\, the price of the session has increased to account for the added time and more personalised experience. With affordability in mind\, we are continuing to offer a concession price to try to keep the session accessible for those who would find the full price to be a barrier. For those that are able to pay more we also have a supporter ticket price\, where the additional income will go towards the running of these sessions. \nIf the concession price cost is still a barrier for you\, and you feel that the Improv Gym is the best option for you to develop as an improviser\, please contact us at hello@improvtheatre.co.uk and we can discuss flexible payment options and/or bursary spaces with you.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-improv-gym-3/2024-03-20/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Theatre School
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SUMMARY:MTB: Cabaret Through the Ages
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 21st March | 20:00 (doors 19:30)\nMTB’s Spring Cabaret is a musical journey through the ages with numbers from classics such as Anything Goes to modern hits like Everybody’s Talking About Jamie! The un-auditioned show is a fantastic way to ensure all members of our society get their chance to shine on stage! \n\n\n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/mtb-cabaret-through-the-ages/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Character In Improv (with Susan Harrison)
DESCRIPTION:Friday 22nd March | 10:00 – 13:00\nA fun 3 hour workshop focusing on character in improv.  \n\nExplore \nPlay \nPractise \nBe pushed out of your comfort zone \nWork on specific challenges\, tailored to you \n\nWho is this for?  \nThis is a workshop for improvisers who want to practise improvising lots of different characters. Whether you’d like to improve and expand your range\, or whether you love playing characters and want to get even more practise at it\, this is a session for you. We’ll look at a variety of ways into character and will also do some improvised scenes\, with side-coaching/feedback from me\, so that you can put techniques into practise. \nTestimonials  \n“Susan delivers world-class coaching. She brings out the best in people\, and helps them realise their full potential.” (David Symington – Character in Improv Course student)  \n“Susan Harrison has a very tactical approach and gives very specific constructive notes that help each individual to work on their weakest points and therefore improve more quickly. It was a pleasure to be taught by someone so talented and enthusiastic yet highly approachable”. (Lola Maxwell – Character in Improv Course student)  \nwww.susanharrisoncharacters.com \nThese Folk Workshops x Little Improv Festival Ticket Offer\nTo celebrate the first day of our Little Improv Festival\, we’re giving you £10 off when you book for both ‘Characters In Improv (with Susan Harrison)’ and ‘F*%cking with Conventions in Narrative Improv (with Justin Brett)’. Use the code THESEFOLK-10 at the checkout with tickets for both workshops in your basket to redeem. (Please note\, this discount cannot be applied to tickets already purchased). \n\n\nAbout the Instructor\nI’m Susan Harrison and I’m an improviser\, actor and character comedian. I am a longstanding member of Showstopper! The Improvised Musical who I perform with nationally and on the West End. I also improvise with Mischief Movie Night (Mischief Theatre) and have been lucky enough to play with West End hit show Austentatious. I have my own show These Folk (alongside Justin Brett) an improvised folk musical\, and I perform with improv duo BEINGS at Hoopla. I am all about characters\, playfulness and emotional connection. I teach for Showstopper\, Hoopla (London’s biggest improv school) and have also taught improv at Mountview\, GSA\, ALRA\, The Bridge\, The Actors Centre\, as well as at improv festivals in Ireland\, Scotland and Rome. I teach improvisers of all levels of experience and am passionate about creating a supportive and playful learning environment. \nSee These Folk at the Bristol Improv Theatre\nWe’re delighted that Justin and Susan will be performing their show ‘These Folk’ on the evening of Friday 22nd March to kick off The Little Improv Festival. Book Tickets for The Little Improv Festival 2024: These Folk >
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/character-in-improv-with-susan-harrison/
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,The Little Improv Festival,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:The Little Improv Festival
DESCRIPTION:After a hugely successful inaugural event last year\, The Bristol Improv Theatre are delighted to announce the return of The Little Improv Festival for 2024! Join us on Friday 22nd March for the festival launch\, followed by an all day festival on 23rd March. \nExpect exciting entertainment from Bristol’s best improvisers\, a chance or two to give improv a go yourself\, a warm welcome in our cosy bar between shows and lots more from the friendliest theatre in town! \nFRIDAY 22nd MARCH\n10:00 – 13:00: Character In Improv (with Susan Harrison) – Workshop \n14:00 – 17:00: F*%cking with Conventions in Narrative (with Justin Brett) – Workshop \n20:00 – 22:00: The Little Improv Festival: These Folk \nSATURDAY 23rd March\nBAR\nFor a full rundown of events and performances happening in our bar\, head to our Bar Programme page > \n\n10:30 – 11:00: Meet the Bristol Improv Theatre team\n11:00 – 11:45: Improv Jam\n13:00 – 15:40: Improv Performances\n15:45 – 16:30: Improv Jam\n16:45 – 17:55: Improv Performances\n\nDRAWING ROOM\n\n10:00 – 11:30: Warm Up and Welcome\n12:00 – 13:30: Bring Improv to Work\n14:00 – 15:30: Commit to Your Characters\n16:00 – 17:30: Improv for Fun\n\nTHEATRE\n\n10:00 – 13:00: Intro to Songprov\n13:15 – 15:15: Improv Taster Session\n15:30 – 18:00: Scenes from Truth\n\n20:00 – 22:00: The Little Improv Festival: The Antics Joke Show ft Hell Yeah! \nSUNDAY 24th March\n10:00 – 11:45: Improv Meet Up at Coppa Club \nLittle Improv Festival Workshop Bundles\nStruggling to decide what workshops to attend on Saturday 23rd March? We’ve put together some fabulous Workshop Bundles to save you the decision and give you a discount when you book for multiple workshops! There’s a bundle for everyone\, from improv beginners to those looking to add even more to their improvisers toolkit! \n\nBeginner’s Bundle – Perfect for those who are dipping their toes into the world of improv for the first time!\n\nBundle includes: Warm Up and Welcome (10:00 – 11:30) | Improv Taster Session (13:15 – 15:15) | Improv for Fun (16:00 – 17:30) \nUse the code LIF-BEGINNERS-BUNDLE at the checkout to get 15% off when you book all three workshops. \n\nIntermediate Bundle – For budding improvisers who are looking to add new skills to their improvisers toolkit and hone their performance work.\n\nBundle includes: Intro to Songprov (10:00 – 13:00) | Scenes from Truth (15:30 – 18:00) \nUse the code LIF-INTERMEDIATE-BUNDLE at the checkout to get 10% off when you book both workshops. \n\nDrawing Room Bundle – A great option for those who want a bit of variety and a fun-filled day!\n\nBundle includes: Warm Up and Welcome (10:00 – 11:30) and 2 other workshops in the Drawing Room (Choose from: Bring Improv to Work (12:00 – 13:30) | Commit to Your Characters (14:00 – 15:30) | Improv for Fun (16:00 – 17:30)) \nUse the code LIF-DRAWING-ROOM-BUNDLE at the checkout to get 10% off when you book three Drawing Room workshops. \n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-little-improv-festival/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:The Little Improv Festival
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SUMMARY:F*%cking with Conventions in Narrative Improv (with Justin Brett)
DESCRIPTION:Friday 22nd March | 14:00 – 17:00\nQuestion: What narrative/improv conventions can I use to best tell my story? Answer: All\, some\, or none of them.*   \nNobody entered a brawl thinking ‘I only have a bottle\, so I’d better just use that\, and hope  that there’s a repeat of punch 3 I can bring back\, and maybe a group game’.  \nWith our show\, ‘These Folk’\, there were often discussions about narrative conventions\, but recently this question has presented itself: ‘Why not have potential use of ALL of the  storytelling weapons we have at our disposal that we even know of\, whilst also being  skilful enough to honour them and not make convention salad?’ Super-fun\, right?!  \nIn this 3-hour workshop we will explore some of the many improv\, storytelling and just plain FUN tools we have at our disposal: character swapping\, cutaways\, flashbacks\,  theatricality\, songs\, short-form games\, good connected acting and more. We will share  conventions we love; experiment with those that we think we loathe and therefore shy  away from (yep!) and free ourselves from habits.   \nHarold may/may not end up with an arrow/bottle/endless box in his eye. *(Not a definitive answer). \nThese Folk Workshops x Little Improv Festival Ticket Offer\nTo celebrate the first day of our Little Improv Festival\, we’re giving you £10 off when you book for both ‘F*%cking with Conventions in Narrative Improv (with Justin Brett)’ and ‘Characters In Improv (with Susan Harrison)’. Use the code THESEFOLK-10 at the checkout with tickets for both workshops in your basket to redeem. (Please note\, this discount cannot be applied to tickets already purchased). \n\n\nAbout the Instructor\nJustin is an improviser and actor with a wealth of experience in both scripted and unscripted productions. He has been a longstanding member of Oliver Award Winning Showstopper! The Improvised Musical for many years with whom he performs nationally\, internationally and on the West End\, as well as regularly appearing in the London 50 hour Improvathon and guesting in shows such as GTI.  \nAs an actor he has appeared in numerous productions\, ranging from new work such as Then Now and Next\, to West End hits such as Million Dollar Quartet. He brings his experience and understanding of theatricality and acting into his improv teaching.  \nJustin has coached various improv teams\, has taught improv at Bath Spa University\, has been a guest improv teacher at the Welcome Festival in Rome and has taught for Showstopper in corporate settings all over the world. \nSee These Folk at the Bristol Improv Theatre\nWe’re delighted that Justin and Susan will be performing their show ‘These Folk’ on the evening of Friday 22nd March to kick off The Little Improv Festival. Book Tickets for The Little Improv Festival 2024: These Folk >
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/fcking-with-conventions-in-narrative-improv-with-justin-brett/
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,The Little Improv Festival,Theatre School
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