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SUMMARY:The Harold Made Easy with Maria Peters
DESCRIPTION:October 22nd – December 10th | Wednesdays | 18:30 – 2100 (Showcase on 10th December)\n———————(No class on November 26th)———————\n\nThis course will undoubtedly make you a better improviser.\n\nThe Harold improv format is an essential skill set for anyone looking to upgrade their improv to the next level.\nIt pushes you to listen more deeply\, play with greater creativity\, and build stories that stick with an audience far beyond a single scene. Whether you’ve been performing The Harold for a while or have only heard rumours about it\, these 6 x workshops will guide you through both foundations and advanced techniques\, all while boosting your confidence in a fun\, supportive\, and welcoming space.\n\nAnd when it comes to your instructor there’s no one better to learn The Harold from. Maria Peters trained directly with Charna Halpern\, the actual co-creator of the format. She spent months studying with instructors from iO and Second City Chicago\, UCB New York and brings over a decade of experience performing around the world.\n\nHere are some of the things you’ll walk away with from the course: \n\n\n\n\nGroup Mind – Practical techniques that lead to that elusive\, abstract\, and magical thing when an ensemble seems to be thinking with one mind.\n\n\nLong-Form Storytelling – We’re not talking about the classic narrative ‘hero’s journey’ or ‘once upon a time’ narrative structure here. You’ll learn the 3-stranded framework that almost all Television episodes are based upon. You’ll weave characters arcs and themes throughout. All while building satisfying endings to shows that feel like powerful scripted narratives.\n\n\nAdvanced Editing Skills – You’ll have a better sense of scenic timing as well as greater confidence in entering or ending scenes.\n\n\nAmerican Style Improv – The Harold is the foundation for a lot of long-form improv worldwide. Knowing it will help you wrap your head around loads of other formats as well as giving you the tools and inspiration to create your own. 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-harold-made-easy-with-maria-peters/
LOCATION:The Bristol Improv Theatre\, Bristol Improv Theatre\, 50 St Paul's Rd\, Clifton\, Bristol BS8 1LP\, Bristol\, BS8 1LP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guest Workshops,Theatre School
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SUMMARY:Level 3: Performing Improv - Creating Characters
DESCRIPTION:28th October – 9th December | Tuesdays | 18:30 – 21:00\nBe anyone (or anything) you want to be – in improv\, the possibilities are limitless! But where to start? When you’re making spontaneous creative choices and responding on-the-fly\, it can be difficult to play a character who feels different from yourself. There’s often so much going on that you hardly have room to think about being someone else. \nThis seven-week course introduces the tools\, techniques\, and tricks used to create characters on-the-spot. You’ll explore how characters can emerge and grow through physicality\, status\, and the relationships between characters – building your confidence in stepping into another person’s shoes when you perform.\n \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 improvised characterisation skills \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 an experienced facilitator. Places are capped at 12. Like all our Performing Improv courses\, the 7th week includes a showcase performance to a supportive audience of friends\, family\, and fellow students.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/level-3-performing-improv-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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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Improv with Rebecca MacMillan
DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 13:00 – 14:30\n(NO LUNCHTIME IMPROV ON 6TH APRIL 2026)\n(Please check the calendar below for dates of upcoming sessions)\nDiscover the joy of improv with Rebecca MacMillan’s lunchtime classes at Bristol Improv Theatre. These sessions are designed for creatives\, freelancers\, and everyone else who’s looking for a dose of joy in their day. Powerfully creative\, intensely playful\, and highly enjoyable\, improv is a great way to boost your confidence\, unleash creativity\, and improve your wellbeing. You’ll experience the joy and inner playfulness that comes from improvising and challenging yourself to be in the moment! Each drop-in session is stand-alone\, so you can join any Monday without needing prior experience. \n“It’s like skydiving for the imagination.”\n \nCome play\, laugh\, and connect with yourself and others\, and leave with a lighter heart and a smile on your face. \nTo book your ticket\, simply choose your preferred date below.\n——— \nTicket sales have been moved to our new events site!\nClick here to buy tickets!\n———
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/lunchtime-improv-with-rebecca-macmillan-2-2/2025-11-17/
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 Drop-ins
DESCRIPTION:Mondays | 19:00 – 21:00\nLooking to stretch your improvising muscles? Then our drop-ins are for you! \nOur drop-ins run every Monday evening and alternate between scene workshops and classes focused on specific skills to help you pad out your improvisers tool-kit. \nDuring our scene workshops\, you’ll receive supportive and constructive side-coaching\, tailored to the group and designed to develop your confidence and improvisation skills. On the other hand\, the regular drop-ins will take a specific skill and explore it through games\, exercises and scenes. \nFacilitated by an experienced Bristol Improv Theatre instructor\, drop-ins are a great chance to try improv at Bristol Improv Theatre and connect with others. \nAny questions\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net. \nIf you are brand new to improv\, you may prefer to try the monthly Improv Taster Session. \nIf you have any accommodations or access needs\, please let us know at theatreschool@improvtheatre.net. If you are attending this class with a carer\, they do not need to buy a ticket\, but please do let us know so that we can keep an eye on class size. \nOur Improv Drop-Ins are very popular classes which regularly sell out. We would always recommend booking your place in advance in order to secure your spot. Whilst we do occasionally have drop outs and availability on the day\, we would recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment. \nTo book your ticket\, simply choose your preferred date below.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/improv-drop-ins-3-2-2-3/2025-11-17/
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:La La Bar
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 19th | 19:30\n(Doors open 19:00)\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at the Bristol Improv Theatre for our musical theatre open mic night with live piano accompaniment! \nFrom performance pros to absolute beginners\, this is a welcome-all night where anyone can get on stage to share their favourite songs and stories. Regale us with a classic or introduce the room to a musical they’ve never heard of. \nIf you’re not quite ready to jump on stage and take the mic\, there are still chances to join in with the group numbers.\nFriendly compering provided by Caitlin Campbell\, musical stylings courtesy of Sara Garrard. \nWant to sing at La La Bar? Please send your submissions to lalabarsingers@gmail.com before the event to ensure your slot! \nThis event usually sells out. We recommend booking in advance; if we reach capacity on the night\, we may have to turn away people who have not pre-booked.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/la-la-bar-nov/
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:Eleanor Conway: No Phones in the Hot Tub
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 20th November | 19:30\n(Doors open 19:00)\nEleanor Conway: No Phones in the Hot Tub\nWith over 200 million views online\, award-winning stand-up Eleanor Conway is back with a punchy\, no-holds-barred rant about how angry she is. \nAs seen/heard on The Guardian\, Woman’s Hour\, Sunday Times\, The Guilty Feminist Podcast\, BBC Radio 4 Extra. \n★★★★★ “Relatable\, feminist comedy gold” – Edinburgh Reviews\n★★★★½ “Like spending an hour with your (slightly unhinged) mate” – One4Review\n★★★★½ “Hilarious” – EDGE Magazine\n★★★★ “Hard-hitting truths and outrageous laughs” – Voice Mag\n★★★★ “Unashamedly X-rated” – Ed Fest Magazine \n\nClick HERE to purchase tickets!\n  \nThis event is an external hire. For questions not related to the venue\, please get in touch through Eleanor Conway’s website.
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/eleanor-conway-no-phones-in-the-hot-tub/
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:This Is Your Musical
DESCRIPTION:Friday 21st November | 20:00\n(Doors open 19:30)\nPrepare to be amazed as you witness the creation of a brand new musical theatre show\, courtesy of The Bristol Improv Theatre’s flagship musical theatre company\, This Is Your Musical! \nTake your seats as this team of talented actors and musicians present a magnificent evening of theatre\, musical numbers and show-tunes\, made-up on the spot and inspired by your stories. \nThis night of musical fun is not to be missed! \nTo book your ticket\, simply choose your preferred date from the calendar below
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/this-is-your-musical-2-2/
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 Lab
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 22nd November | 14:00 – 17:00\nWelcome to The Improv Lab! Join us at The Bristol Improv Theatre for a Saturday afternoon to watch various groups from the local Bristol improv community. For FREE! \nThese groups could be showcasing brand new shows\, formats\, changes to existing shows or just simply be getting in more practice. You’ll also have a chance to provide valuable feedback and help shape the shows’ futures. \nThe Improv Lab is hosted in the bar of the Bristol Improv Theatre. The bar will be open\, so come on in and enjoy a hot or cold drink with an afternoon of free shows and an improv jam where you can join in. \nDoors open at 2pm and the first show will go on at 2.20pm. When arriving\, please head straight to the bar and grab a seat. Groups may be warming up at the back of the room before the show and during the interval. \n  \nFor November’s Lab\, we have:\n\nChannel Hoppers – A fast-paced\, dynamic improv comedy show\, loosely inspired by the hit TV format Gogglebox. Audience suggestions drive what is performed on the TV\, interspersed with viewers’ reactions\, who wield the ultimate control: they can pause\, rewind\, or fast-forward the action\, forcing instant\, often hilarious\, adjustments from the performers. Changing channels brings a cast rotation and a fresh mix of relationships and comedic connections.\nBlame of Thrones – A gripping political court drama! This royal court is teeming with Machiavellian schemers\, each vying for power. As the Monarch lingers on their deathbed\, who will outmanoeuvre the rest to become the all-powerful successor?\nTales From The Wasteland – Shelter from the nuclear winter inside the safety of our bunker and listen to tales from storytellers from across the wasteland! These tales may feature raiders\, mutants\, adventure\, and\, of course\, will be entirely made up on the spot\, fueled by your suggestions! This absurd dark comedy is inspired by shows such as Fallout and Mad Max.\nUp The Antics’ Christmas Playlist is the new show by the award-winning Bristol-based Sketch and Improv Group. The Antics will perform scenes and sketches inspired by a playlist of festive bangers submitted by you\, the audience!\n– “Brilliantly Witty” EdFringeReview\n– Leicester Square Sketch Off Semi-Finalists\n– Best Episodic – International Comedy Film Festival\n\n  \nIf you have a show that you would like to bring to the lab\, or if you’d like to get involved as a cast member\, director\, photographer or host please email bristolimprovlab@gmail.com or fill in this form with details of the show. To be selected\, the majority of the show must involve improvisation \nTickets are ‘Pay What You Decide’. All funds go straight back into supporting Bristol Improv Theatre\, providing more community events like this one!
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/the-improv-lab-nov25/
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:Arabian Nights Live
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 22nd November | 19:30 – 21:30\n(Doors open 19:00)\nA comedy cabaret of Middle Eastern delights!\nA bold\, high-energy interactive variety show unlike anything else at the festival—where ancient epics collide with the beautifully chaotic reality of diaspora life. Brought to you by Europe’s first all-SWANA comedy improv troupe (South West Asian and North African). \nArabian Nights Live is part improv show\, part music gig\, part unruly family gathering. Blending hilarious scenes\, original songs\, and live instrumentation—with no shortage of satire—it reimagines the rebellious spirit of the 1001 Nights tales through a modern lens. \nCaution: There may be camels. \nSmart\, silly\, and refreshingly unfiltered\, the show blends slick improvisation\, musicality\, and joyful subversion to celebrate SWANA identity in all its complexity. \nA night of myth\, music\, and mischief. \nPrevious shows: \n★★★★★ “Sheer Comedy genius… the best improvisation” -Fringe Review \n★★★★ “Inventive\, witty\, brilliantly acted” -Broadway Baby \n 
URL:https://improvtheatre.co.uk/upcoming-show/arabian-nights-live/
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