Belfast Improv is Northern Ireland's dedicated Improv Training Centre. We train people to perform confidently without a script - whether that's on stage, in the workplace, or in day-to-day social interactions.We specialise in .

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What is Improv?In the world of Performing Arts, Improvisation is the art of spontaneously performing comedy and theatre without a script.In day-to-day life, improvisation skills can help us make conversation with strangers, pitch an idea, or speak in front of a group without worrying about how or where it's going.
The skills for both real-world improv and stage improv are similar, and are covered in our classes and workshops.What do I learn in a beginner class?A beginner class covers everything you'll need to step on stage confidently for the first time - how to build a character, how to create interesting scenes, and how to connect with your fellow performers.But it's much more than just the performance element - it's also about connecting with people, making friends, and laughing together.What is Improv?
Improv shows come in many flavours, but at Belfast Improv our shows are typically 'long-form', which means that we perform 20 min - 2 hour shows with an overarching narrative or theme.All of our performers are trained in-house, so we know that the shows are high quality. The characters we create are not necessarily comical, but the situations we put them in are.That being said, it's all made up on the spot, so while we strive for interesting characters and situations, there's always an element of risk. That's what makes improvisation such an appealing and dynamic artform.How do you know it'll be funny?All of our performers are trained in-house, so we know that the shows are high quality. The characters we create are not necessarily comical, but the situations we put them in are.That being said, it's all made up on the spot, so while we strive for interesting characters and situations, there's always an element of risk. That's what makes improvisation such an appealing and dynamic artform.

IMPROV LEVEL 1This class is for those who are new to acting, stage performance, or comedy, or those that just want to try to build in creativity and confidence in to their personal or professional lives.
Improvisation is the art of confidently creating performance sketches without a script. Improvisation skills are a must for anyone who is interested in becoming a more versatile stage performer, or in giving live performance a go for the first time. They're also a great aid to the everyday skills that we use in our personal and professional lives, whether we need confidence in social interactions, clarity in our motivations and goals, or a creative edge at work.We cover a wide variety of concepts in Level 1 including:- The essence of comedic acting
- Comedic scene structures
- Performing for an audience
- Creating improvised stories
- Confident decision makingNo prior experience in stage acting is required for this class - in fact most people take it as a creative challenge or as a way to soaiclise and have some fun in the evenings. If you're interested in stage performance, this class will build up the skills you need regardless of your experience.Our next beginner class will be listed here on Eventbrite. If there's nothing coming up, send us a message to find out more.

CORPORATE TRAININGCompanies around the world rely on improv training to help build skills around communication, collaboration, and resilience. Just like a stage performance or improv class, these workshops are dynamic, fun, and transformative.At Belfast Improv we've worked with major organisations such as Lego, Deloitte, Queens University, and The Irish Football Association, as well as with schools, non-profits, and city councils.Our workshops include:- Public Speaking & Storytelling
- Creativity and Improvisation
- Mindsets That Matter
- Principles of Communication
- Self-Confidence & ResilienceAll of our workshops are delivered by Paul Mone, the Creative Director of Belfast Improv. You can find out more about Paul and the clients he has worked with here.Send us a message to find out how we can help you and your team.