Improv Classes | Boho Arts | Newcastle UK
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Welcome to our
School of Improv programme

New to improv?

Most newcomers start at Beginners - a playful, supportive course of 6 weekly improv classes designed for people with no prior experience.

Already a community member?

Or learn more about us and find info on upcoming classes and shows below 👇

School of Improv is the longest-running improv training ground in the UK. Our heartbeat is driven by the spirited, welcoming community, and our soul from the vibrant culture everyone has helped shape - from our early beginnings in 2003 to the 300+ events we run each year.

Our programme runs all year round with 7 terms that typically last 6 weeks, with a short break between times.

 

Classes are held at Leonardo Hotel NE1 4AD which is near Newcastle Central Station and easy to get to. Most classes are on weeknights with afternoon sessions at the weekends.

All bookings are handled through our booking system. If you already know what you're looking for, hop there to see the full schedule where you can also filter by type or day 👇

Tasters /  Beginners L1 /  Improvers L2 / Headway L3 /  Ensemble L4 / 

Concepts L2-4 / Musical L2-4 / Perform L2-4

Mondays /  Tuesdays /  Wednesdays /  Thursdays /   Fridays /  Saturdays /  Sundays

Our training runs in progressive levels. Most people start with our six-week Beginners improv course to get a solid grounding in the fundamentals. Then they gradually move through Improvers, Headway and Ensemble levels, as well as associated classes such as Concepts and Musical improv, which can be booked flexibly with a pass. We also offer Taster classes before the start of each term.

Taking part in showcases is optional. Some students are fulfilled by the classes and enjoy watching others play. No one has to perform and not everyone wants to. For those who want the thrill of playing to live audiences 🤩 we offer Performance opportunities from level 2 onwards. Players slots can be booked through our booking system.

We present around 12 Showcases a year at Newcastle venues such as Alphabetti, Live Theatre, Cumberland Arms and The Stand Comedy Club. Shows are usually announced about a month in advance.

Upcoming Shows

  • Improvers Improv Classes | Level 2
    Improvers Improv Classes | Level 2
    Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays
    Improvers is where most people continue their journey after Beginners. These intermediate classes focus on strengthening confidence in short scenes and performance style improv games.
  • Musical Improv Classes | Levels 2-4
    Musical Improv Classes | Levels 2-4
    Sundays
    Musical improv classes are suitable for intermediate and advanced level students. They involve creating songs in the moment, fuelled by emotion, story and play - all while developing your ability to listen, respond, and be emotionally present.
  • Concepts Classes | Levels 2-4
    Concepts Classes | Levels 2-4
    Dates Vary
    Concepts classes enhance your improv by drilling into particular aspects of improv or exploring ways to use improv in different theatrical ways – they’re an opportunity to work with people outside your usual group and may involve guest teachers.
  • Performance Opportunities
    Performance Opportunities
    Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
    Performing is always optional. From level 2 to onwards we offer opportunities to take part in a variety of our popular improv showcases at Newcastle venues. There are usually 1 or 2 shows per term – around 12 over the year. We usually charge a low fee to play to help cover costs.

📣 The Suggestibles are Newcastle's longstanding pro improv comedy group.  The group was founded by Boho Arts' founders Bev Fox and Ian McLaughlin. Through this unique relationship, we're able to offer our community special deals to their monthly shows. 

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