Improv Comedy Course - Taster

Improv is all about telling stories without a script, by playing games with other people. Someone says a line, someone else adds the next one, and between you, you create something out of nothing.

Improv suits more people than you'd think. It's good if you'd like to meet people and would rather do it whilst laughing, rather than over small talk. It's good if you overthink things and fancy a couple of hours off from it. It's good if you'd like to be funnier. No experience is needed.

We keep things relaxed, so you can take everything at your own pace. You can sit a game out or watch for a while first. Whatever you fancy joining in with is exactly the right amount.

There are two of these to start with, one on a Saturday morning and one on a weeknight and you're welcome to whichever suits you better. I'll be asking at the end what you'd like more of, because the plan is a longer course from February and I'd rather build it around the people who turn up.

If that sounds like your sort of thing, I'd love to see you there.

I'm Ali Hannon, a comedic improvisor with over fifteen years on stage, including with the multi-award-winning Short and Girlie Show, and as founder of the improv collective More to Honk With.

I've been teaching improv for over ten years, and my workshops have a reputation as places of safety, trust and support.

"These groups became a community, and the trust built between us on stage spilled over into offstage care and support. Ali is not only highly adept at creating a safe and nurturing space in which to play but is also a community builder."

— Clare Plumley, Artist

Monday 16 November · 6.15–7.45pm (Arrive from 6 pm) · 90-minute taster

Saturday 21 November · 10.45am–12.15pm (Arrive from 10.30 am) · 90-minute taster

Course dates for 2027 coming soon! Please 'follow' our page for announcements, or email Kes (organiser) to be added to the mailing list: [email protected]

If you have any questions before the event, contact: [email protected]

Barn Lodge, Holy Nativity Community Centre, Lower Bevendean BN2 4LA — ramp at entrance, car park, and accessible loo.