New Improv Classes!

Announcing the schedule for our next run of intermediate improv classes. Each session will look at a different type of skill. Sessions are designed with both shortform and longform improv scenes and games in mind. Improv classes start Saturday 11th October. You can book on the full course -- just £75! -- or attend on a drop-in basis paying £10 per session. Check out the schedule below or jump right into booking your spot here.

This course is designed to be taken multiple times. With a rolling curriculum of workshops covering a wide variety of skills, there is something for everyone. Please note; these sessions are not designed for total beginners so if you're new to improv we recommend you take our Foundation Improv course instead. Not sure which course is right you? Get in touch today.

Intermediate Improv Classes Starting October 2025:

OCTOBER 11th 2025 | GAMES AND SCENES with BRON EDGE & SEAN MASON

Welcome back! Work those muscles in this improv gym session! Whether you're new to the course, or returning after the summer break, learn how to play together in a fun and friendly way.

OCTOBER 18th 2025 | WELL DONE STAKES with SEAN MASON

What are the fundamental elements of a good scene? How can we raise the stakes to create tension and excitement, playing the moment and delivering on the "promise of your premise".

OCTOBER 25th 2025 | WANTS AND OBSTACLES with CHRIS TAVNER

Learn to give your characters strong wants and discover how obstacles drive richer stories. This workshop builds sharper storytelling instincts for both shortform and longform improv.

NOVEMBER 1st 2025 | SUPPORT WORK with KATE McCABE

This workshop will look at strategies for supporting from the sidelines without stealing focus from the scene or derailing the game.

NOVEMBER 15th 2025 | BIG CHARACTERS with JOHN COOPER

Using Jill Bernard's VAPAPO technique -- incorporating voice, attitude, physicality and more -- to create larger than life personalities, we'll look at how you can break out of "go to" characters and push yourself to explore new avenues of scene work.

NOVEMBER 22nd 2025 | GENERAL KNOWLEDGE ROUND with SEAN MASON

What happens when you take a suggestion and haven't got a clue what it is? What happens when your scene partner doesn't get your incredibly niche reference? We all know a little about a lot or a lot about a little but how can we utilise our skills and knowledge (or lack thereof) in scenes and games?

NOVEMBER 29th 2025 | GIBBERISH & GIBBERISH GAMES with BRON EDGE

Gibberish games are a staple of short form improv but some find them stressful! In this session we'll look at strategies for making sure games and scenes stay fun for audiences and improvisers alike and leave your fluent in your own made up language.

DECEMBER 6th 2025 | GAMES with BRON EDGE & SEAN MASON

It's the end of term and that means games! This class puts the skills you've developed over the past seven sessions into practice and sets you up for the workshop showcase!

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Excited? Jump right in and book your space on the Intermediate Improv course today. Looking for something tailored to beginners? There are a handful of spaces left on our Foundation Improv and Beginning Stand-Up Comedy courses. Not sure with course is right for you? Get in touch here and don't forget to sign up to our mailing list for regular updates on all upcoming shows, workshops and events.

Introducing Manchester Improv Wednesdays!

We're delighted to be one of the house teams behind Manchester Improv Wednesdays, a brand-new improv comedy night in the heart of the city! Every Wednesday at 33 Oldham Street you can find some of the city's best and brightest in improv comedy talent. Shows start at 7.30pm and tickets are just £6!

ComedySportz will next be performing there on 21st May. You can find tickets for all upcoming shows here. You can also follow Improv Wednesdays on Instagram and Facebook and give Manchester Improv Buzz a follow too for updates about improv shows across the city! For regular updates on all of our upcoming shows and workshops - including the very first Greater Manchester Improv Festival - sign up to our mailing list today!

First Summer Short Course On Sale!

We are delighted to announce that our first short course of the summer is now on sale! We're kicking things off with longform improv course called Mastering Montage.

MASTERING MONTAGE | 24th April - 8th May 2025 | £60

Focussing on the Armando format, this three week longform improv course will explore non-narrative, game based longform. Sessions will help you understand the format; identifying themes, playing with game, and making effective edits. We will look at how to maximise the potential of an idea, how to effectively support a scene and answer the question, "who is Armando, anyway?"

Some previous improv experience would be useful as this course will assume basic knowledge of core improv principles. The course will run Thursday evenings for three weeks (24th April, 1st May and 8th May) 7-9.30pm in the rehearsal rooms, New Adelphi Building, University of Salford. The course is capped at just 12 spaces so book early! This course will culminate with a showcase night at the Seven Oaks, Manchester on Thursday 15th May. Price includes non-refundable £15 deposit. The course will be led by Bron Edge and Sean Mason. Got questions about the course? Get in touch today.

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Can't afford the full amount right now? Secure your space with a non-refundable £15 deposit and pay the rest on the first day of the course:

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We will be adding more one off workshops and short courses in the coming weeks. Our full length Foundation Improv, Intermediate Improv and Beginning Stand-Up Comedy courses will return in September.

Keep up to date with our upcoming workshops and shows by signing up to our monthly mailing list. We only ever send out one or two emails at the most each month so we won't spam your inbox!

Alternatively, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky and TikTok for regular updates on upcoming events.

Leicester Comedy Festival This Weekend!

Europe’s biggest comedy festival kicks off this week with ComedySportz and The Totally Improvised Musical for more quick-witted fun and games this Sunday, 9th February. Once again we will be performing at the fantastic Peter Pizzeria FOR ONE DAY ONLY! (Pizza and comedy? What's not to love?)

ComedySportz sees two teams go for gold with quick-witted gags and games so don’t miss the festival’s funniest family friendly fixture! Who wins? YOU decide! The fun kicks off at 4pm. Get your tickets here.

Speaking of winners, The Totally Improvised Musical picked up an award nomination* at last years festival with a musical called Vampires From Hull. Will we win something this year? Come and give us an award-winning title and we’ll compose a brand-new comedy musical on the spot! Curtains up at 7pm for the opening and closing night of your very own show. Get your tickets here.

Europe's biggest and longest-running comedy festival, Leicester Comedy Festival is celebrating its 32nd year in 2025 with its biggest year to date. This years festival features 720 shows across 72 venues from big name acts to the rising stars of UK comedy.

Celebrating its seventh year in 2025, The UK Kids Comedy Festival features over 64 events in 29 venues. The UK Kids' Comedy Festival's key focus is to engage children in creative and social contact with others and provide shows for all the family to enjoy.

OTHER SHOWS THIS MONTH:

Can't make it to the Leicester Comedy Festival? On the 15th February, The Totally Improvised Musical returns to Chorley Theatre for two more brand-new comedy musicals. These shows often sell out so be sure to book your tickets soon!

Then to finish off the month we have a ComedySportz double header weekend with shows at Waterside Arts, Sale and Hot Water Comedy Club, Liverpool on the 22nd and 23rd February respectively. This will be our last ComedySportz match at Waterside until June so don’t miss it!

And for a sneak peak into March, The Totally Improvised Musical returns to The Peer Hat in Manchester for a new run of monthly shows starting on 4th March then back to Blackburn Empire Theatre! Tickets for these shows and plenty more are on sale now.

Keep up to date with our upcoming workshops and shows by signing up to our monthly mailing list. We only ever send out one or two emails at the most each month so we won't spam your inbox! Alternatively, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky and TikTok for regular updates on upcoming events.

*Nominated Best Variety Show - Leicester Comedy Festival 2024

January Workshops - Last Chance To Join!

There are just a couple of days until our next run of Improv and Stand-Up Comedy Courses and there are only a handful of spaces left on our Foundation Improv course! Join Manchester's longest running improv comedy course and unlock your creativity with classes starting Saturday 18th January. There's no previous experience necessary as our talented workshop leaders guide you through the core skills and tenets of improvisation.

Whether you're a performer looking to add to your skillset, someone looking to develop more open conversation and teamworking skills or just someone looking to rediscover their playful side, there are plenty of reasons to take one of our fun and friendly courses this January.

Already got some improv experience? Our Intermediate Improv course is also open to drop-ins for anyone looking to work on their skills but can't commit to a full course. The schedule of workshops is now live and you can book onto the first session now. The Drop-In booking link will be updated every Sunday.

Our Beginning Stand-Up Comedy Course is full. Please get in touch if you would like to be added to the waiting list. Alternatively, why not try our Foundation Improv course instead? The skills are complimentary and a great way to build confidence on stage and unlock your creativity.