March Mayhem Match!

It's the return of our March Mayhem Match at Waterside Arts this Saturday, 26th March! This weekend we're giving YOU control over the whole show - you'll pick the teams and the games they play. That's right, you're in charge for a night of unscripted, unpredictable and unmissable comedy action!

We'll also be picking two audience members to act as team managers giving words of encouragement to players... or offering scathing critique like the kid that told one team "that was very funny, but your acting could be better." So if you have a fan favourite game and want to put our teams of top improvisers to the test, you'll want to be at this weekend's funniest fixture. Book tickets here.

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Got kids aged 6 and under? Check out ComedySportz 4 Tots, a show that's jam-packed with silly songs and gags to get your little ones giggling! Book tickets here.

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Improvised Musical Shows and Workshop!

The Totally Improvised Musical returns next week for more songs and laughter. And if you're feeling inspired, we're running a one day Musical Improv workshop in April 2022!

It might be a day late but let our cast be your funny valentines on Tuesday 15th February with the opening (and closing night) of two completely unscripted musicals. Whether you're on a date or looking for laughs in all the wrong places you won't want to miss this show at The Peer Hat, Manchester. We have dates for the Totally Improvised Musical booked in until the summer with more shows going on sale soon!

And if that's hitting all the right notes for you, we're also running a one-day Musical Improv Workshop on the 3rd April at Gorse Hill Studios. Designed for performers with experience in improv who are looking to explore their musical side., this session will also cater to experienced musical improvisers looking to expand their skills. The workshop will focus on the creation of small group and solo songs, looking at the structure of a song and methods for creating continuity and meaning within.  Join our musical director Felix Janeway and Rachel Wareing for a day of character driven songs and challenges, if a fun and supportive environment.

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North West Comedy Awards Winners

We are delighted to announce we won "Best Alternative Act" at the 2022 North West Comedy Awards last night. Thank you to everyone who voted for us and to A Rush of Laughter Comedy for organising the event. Every single act nominated in our category is phenomenal - we really weren't expecting to win. Thank you also to everyone who made it down to a ComedySportz match live or online - without your suggestions and laughter we don't have a show!

We hope you'll join us for more fun and laughter with our first live show of the year at Waterside Arts on January 29th - you can book tickets here. We also have a few spaces left on our next Foundation Improv course - book a space here. You can find a full list of the North West Comedy Awards 2022 winners here.

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January 2022 Shows with ComedySportz

Happy New Year from all at ComedySportz! Kickstart your 2022 with some fun and laughter at our live and livestream shows this January. We also have our upcoming 8 week courses in improv and stand-up comedy - more details below!

We're starting things off with the return of our monthly online ComedySportz matches. These shows are free to watch - though donations are gratefully received. You can catch the next match on Saturday 8th January (shows will return to the first Saturday of every month from February). The stream goes live at 6.45pm GMT with the fun kicking off at 7pm.

If you're looking for live laughs you can catch ComedySportz and ComedySportz 4 Tots at Waterside Arts on Saturday 29th January.  Join us for another New Year, New Games show as our teams go for comedy gold with a mix of games new and old (ooh that rhymes). It may be a new year but ComedySportz is still the number one show for all action, all improvised fun and laughter! Meanwhile, our Tots show will be jam packed with more silly songs, stories and mayhem for kids aged 6 and under.

Looking for our Adults Only shows? Unfortunately we've had to cancel our Totally Improvised Musical for January but we'll be back on Tuesday 15th February - whether you're on a date or looking for laughs in all the wrong places you won't want to miss this show when it returns next month!

Visit our shows page for a full line-up of upcoming events for January and February 2022.

Workshop Spaces Still Available

Looking for something fun to do in 2022? Build confidence, make new connections and get creative with our comedy classes. We have spaces left on the following courses:

Foundation Improv (next course starting Feb 6th)

Stand Up (next course starting Feb 5th)

Intermediate Improv (next course starting Feb 6th)

Improv for Kids (next course starting Feb 6th)

To ensure a safe experience for all numbers are limited across our courses so book now! For more information on what you can expect visit our workshops page today.

Comedy Workshops - New Dates for 2022!

Our first face-to-face courses for 2022 are on sale now. Join Manchester's longest running comedy workshops to get creative, build confidence and make new connections. You can also book a space on one of our comedy courses as a great alternative gift this Christmas. Spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment!

Learn the core skills of an improviser in this 8 week course. Sessions cover the basics including: "Yes, And", Listening, Characters, Storytelling, Objects, Scenes and Games. Whether you're looking to learn new performance skills, get confident in communicating and teamwork or just want to have fun and play, this course is for you! The course returns 6th February 2022 and runs Sundays 2-4pm at Gorse Hill Studios. Ours is the longest running course of it's kind in Manchester and we're well equipped to help you rediscover your playful side! Book a space here.

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Intermediate Improv Course

Continue to develop your improv skills with this course looking at more advanced skills including scene work, character development and more. We'll be announcing a full schedule of sessions in the New Year. The course returns 6th February 2022 and runs Sundays 4-6pm at Gorse Hill Studios. Book a space here.

Kids Improv Course

We're sharing our skills with the next generation of comedy superstars with this brand new improv comedy course for kids aged 8-12 years. Learn the core skills of improv, get creative, build confidence and get a free T-Shirt! The classes end in a special show for friends and family. Learn how to play your favourite ComedySportz games and hone your comedy talents. The course returns 6th February 2022 and runs Sundays 12-2pm at Gorse Hill Studios. Book a space here.

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Beginning Stand-Up Comedy Course

Learn the core skills to develop and perform your own comedic material. Returning 5th February 2022, sessions will run Saturdays 12.30-2.30pm at The Barking Dog, Urmston. This 8 week course will cover a variety of topics including how to craft jokes, explore personas and discover your voice, develop good mic technique and how to approach venues for gigs. We provide a fun and supportive environment to try out new material with regular feedback. Whether you're looking to break into Stand-Up comedy, develop writing skills or build confidence in public speaking, this course is for you! Limited spaces - book soon to avoid disappointment! Book a space here.

A Great Christmas Present!

You can give the gift of laughter this Christmas and book a space on one of our 8 week comedy workshops for a friend or loved one! Just let us know when you make a booking that this is a gift (leave a note in the book or drop us an email) and we'll be in touch with a gift certificate and explainer that you can give to the recipient this festive season. Please note gift bookings must be paid in full. If the recipient is then unable to attend the course we can transfer them to a future date.

Not sure which course is right for you? Don't hesitate to get in touch. For more information about our workshops - including testimonials - then visit our workshops page today.

Our courses and workshops leaders are all accredited by CSz Worldwide, one of the world's largest comedy skills schools!

Our workshop leaders are all professional comedians and performers with several years experience teaching to all levels of experience and ability. Want to see us in action? Catch one of our shows!