On the first Friday of every month, the People’s Republic of Stokes Croft present a revolutionary event: the UK’s only sociopolitical comedy night, where Bristol’s satirists deconstruct the power paradigm to comedic effect, and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. A fantastic night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond – come and join the revolution!
Nerdy jokes are the order of the day as Jon Matthews brings plenty of “punchlines you can feel smart for getting” (Chortle) on subjects as diverse as science, history and cricket.
A comedic look at the science of climate change by Jon Matthews. Why do some people believe climate change is natural? What does crystallised rat urine have to do with climate science? What happens when three climate change deniers walk into a bar? Part of the School of Activism 2.0 curriculum.
As part of their fundraising efforts towards the upcoming elections the Bristol Green Party are delighted to announce a comedy night for members and friends alike. The headline set will be local sketch troupe, 3 time Edinburgh fringe veterans and BBC radio regulars Up the Antics, plus there will be stand up from a hand picked selection of Bristol’s finest comedians, line up TBC.
Create engaging scenes. We focus on playing real characters, and exploring in the moment. We learn how to act truthfully in scenes, and how to construct a platform through world exploration. The final class will be dedicated to the Montage format. If you are a comedian looking to improve your craft, a writer looking for inspiration, or someone who just wants to try something new, this four week course is for you!
Perfect for beginners. In this course we focus on the core essentials of improvisation. We learn to trust our own ideas, listening to others, and having the confidence to initiate spontaneous scenes. If you are a comedian looking to improve you craft, a writer looking for inspiration, or someone who just wants to try something new, this course is for you!
Jazz Police Improv present Speakeasy! A night of comedy put on by jazz’s least regulated governing body.
Jazz Police Improv present Speakeasy! A night of comedy put on by jazz’s least regulated governing body. A collection of washed-up improv teachers/directors/producers coming together in an attempt to have “fun”.
After three years of one-off genre-bending shows to sold-out crowds in Bristol, cult smash Chubby White’s Variety Night returns. Join mythical 1970s comedian Chubby White as he takes an absurd adventure through his own failed career.
