BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Birmingham Improv - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Birmingham Improv X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://birminghamimprov.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Birmingham Improv REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141247Z UID:10000811-1778095800-1778103000@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Birmingham Improv presents Spaghetti Junction DESCRIPTION:Birmingham Improv brings  you Spaghetti Junction \nA never-before-assembled cast of improvisers perform never-before-seen scenes based on never-before-prompted prompts! \nWhere are we going? What’s it all about? What’s the moral of the night? \nThe audience will decide at the end! We don’t know where we’re going until we get there… \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/birmingham-improv-presents-spaghetti-junction-2/2026-05-06/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260614T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20260427T120007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T131521Z UID:10000855-1778441400-1781472600@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:How to be a Good Scene Partner with David Harvey DESCRIPTION:Unless you’re one of those brave souls that does solo improv\, you’ll likely spend most of your time improvising with other people. We’re going to spend 6 weeks exploring how we can be the best scene partner possible to elevate the scenes we’re in and generally be one of those improvisers who everybody wants to work with! \nWe’ll go deeper than “Yes\, and…” to see how we can properly accept and build on whatever our scene partner brings\, we’ll play with techniques for “getting out of your own way” to let scenes evolve spontaneously\, as well as discovering when the strongest supporting move is actually to fearlessly drive the direction of the scene. This course should suit anybody who wants their improv scenes to be more playful and satisfying. My belief is that the more you try to make your scene partner look good\, the better you look in the process! \nFeedback from previous courses: \n“The course was really good. I learned a lot\, and feedback was always useful.” \n“I thought the course was great. David really understands this\, is really good at it\, explains it well\, and keeps it simple for beginners. It’s hard to be good at all of those.” \n \nDavid Harvey \nDavid first starting improvising and joined the Birmingham Improv Scene about 15 years ago. He performs regularly with Box of Frogs and hosts Birmingham Improv’s monthly Spaghetti Junction show. He manages a technology training academy in his 9-5 and is passionate about helping people get into tech\, just like he’s passionate about helping people grow and develop their improvisation skills! \n6  consecutive Sunday nights\, May 10th To June 14th\, 7.30pm to 9.30 pm\nMoseley Hive –  93 Alcester Rd\, Birmingham B13 8DD\n£10 per session\, all 6 session fees payable in advance (payment in installments available through paypal – see below).\nIf you are unwaged\, contact us at info@birminghamimprov.com for a discount code.\nSession is capped at 16 people. \n\n \n \n \n \n  \n  URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/how-to-be-a-good-scene-partnerwith-david-harvey/ LOCATION:Moseley Hive\, 93 Alcester Rd\,\, Birmingham\, B13 8DD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Improver drop-ins ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/David-and-David.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141517Z UID:10000823-1778700600-1778707800@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Box of Frogs Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:Box of Frogs\, Birmingham’s premiere Improv Group\, bring you a night of high-octane improvised comedy nonsense\, based entirely on your suggestions. \nExpect the unexpected as quick-witted players conjure up hilarious spontaneous songs\, sketches and scenes on the spur of the moment. \nUpstairs at 1000 Trades Pub in the Jewellery Quarter. \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) \nFree Entry (bucket collection – recommended donation £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/box-of-frogs-improv-comedy-2/2026-05-13/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Box-of-Frogs-Group-smaller.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20260127T150721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260131T170506Z UID:10000853-1778925600-1778950800@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Solo Improv with Andre Besseling DESCRIPTION:Soloimprov: the art of improvising with yourself \nBooking below \nWhether you are planning to go solo or not\, the tools of the workshop are essential to all improvisers. Whatever format or style you are playing\, you always have to take your time\, use acting skills and stay in the moment. All of these tools and techniques are explored in this workshop. \nWe shall do several exercises on different formats\, scenebuilding and storytelling\, using the usefull model: ‘The IMPRO-circle’. It explains how improvisation really works\, whether you are playing solo or not. After this workshop you will feel confident on improvising on your own\, so you will be even better\, when you are playing with others. \n \nAndre Besseling \nAndre has been a professional improvisor and trainer since 1990. He focuses on the use of theater and improv-skills in scene work and dramatic situations. He sees Improv is a great way to have fun and work at the same time on one’s personal development. The focus on solo-improv makes this even a stronger focuspoint.\nAndre is a pioneer of improv-theater and Theatresports in Holland. He has taught hundreds of improv-workshops to almost all the main improv-groups in and outside Holland. Besides initiating several improv-groups\, he started the festival IMPRO-Amsterdam and currently is the artistic director of the IMPRO-academy and the REMI-festival\, the Amsterdam festival on solo-improv.\nHe has written a bestseller about improv-theater: ‘Theater vanuit het Niets’ (Theater out of Nothing) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/solo-improv-with-andre-besseling/ LOCATION:Zellig\, Zellig Building\, Gibb St\, Deritend\, Birmingham\, B9 4AA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/generated-image-1-e1769526580189.png ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20260218T090449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T091410Z UID:10000849-1779305400-1779312600@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Midlands Improv Night DESCRIPTION:All the best improv from the Midlands! \nA different Smörgåsbord of improvised comedy joy every time! \nTHIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH \nat the delightful 1000 Trades Pub\n16 Frederick St\, Birmingham B1 3HE \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFREE ENTRY (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/midlands-improv-night-2-2/2026-05-20/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/MidImprov.logoLarge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260527T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141714Z UID:10000842-1779910200-1779917400@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Birmingham Improv Comedy Jam (ft. Box of Frogs) DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy the Birmingham Improv comedy Jam!! \nAn evening of fun for all. Turn up\, grab a drink\, put your name in the hat\, and perform! Or if you prefer\, just watch the fun! \nWith a different Improv group invited  to entertain us each month for the first half. Followed by a jam hosted by resident guests\, Box of Frogs. \nCome and play your favourite improv games\, take part in improvised scenes\, sketches and songs\, or just sit back and watch. \nSuitable for all levels of experience\, including complete beginners. \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/birmingham-improv-comedy-jam-ft-box-of-frogs/2026-05-27/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Jams,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/bimprov-comedy-jam-fb-event-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260603T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141247Z UID:10000812-1780515000-1780522200@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Birmingham Improv presents Spaghetti Junction DESCRIPTION:Birmingham Improv brings  you Spaghetti Junction \nA never-before-assembled cast of improvisers perform never-before-seen scenes based on never-before-prompted prompts! \nWhere are we going? What’s it all about? What’s the moral of the night? \nThe audience will decide at the end! We don’t know where we’re going until we get there… \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/birmingham-improv-presents-spaghetti-junction-2/2026-06-03/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260610T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141517Z UID:10000824-1781119800-1781127000@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Box of Frogs Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:Box of Frogs\, Birmingham’s premiere Improv Group\, bring you a night of high-octane improvised comedy nonsense\, based entirely on your suggestions. \nExpect the unexpected as quick-witted players conjure up hilarious spontaneous songs\, sketches and scenes on the spur of the moment. \nUpstairs at 1000 Trades Pub in the Jewellery Quarter. \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) \nFree Entry (bucket collection – recommended donation £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/box-of-frogs-improv-comedy-2/2026-06-10/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Box-of-Frogs-Group-smaller.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20260218T090449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T091410Z UID:10000850-1781724600-1781731800@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Midlands Improv Night DESCRIPTION:All the best improv from the Midlands! \nA different Smörgåsbord of improvised comedy joy every time! \nTHIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH \nat the delightful 1000 Trades Pub\n16 Frederick St\, Birmingham B1 3HE \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFREE ENTRY (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/midlands-improv-night-2-2/2026-06-17/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/MidImprov.logoLarge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260621T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20260427T131224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T131739Z UID:10000857-1782070200-1785101400@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Master the Harold with Jon Trevor DESCRIPTION:You may have heard improvisers talk about in reverent tones about this mysterious thing called “The Harold” \nWhat is it? How does it work? Why is it called “The Harold” \nNot only will this 6-week course answer all those questions\, but it will turn you into a Harold ninja. It will provide you with the knowledge and skills to perform this classic format\, and at the same time improve your improv scene-work\, boost your confidence\, and arm you with tools to perform any kind of longform improv. Time to take your improv to the next level! \n*spoiler – a Harold is a structure for a longform improvised show\, lasting around 20-30 minutes. It is a format into which any style and kind of show can be slotted\, and a scaffold for all sorts of improv shennanigans.  It was created in the USA about 60 years ago\, and is still being taught and performed around the world.  \n  \nJon Trevor \n \nJon has been teaching\, performing and coaching improv for 16 years. \nHe trained at iO in Chicago\, with the Maydays in the UK\, with Showstopper\, and with many other internationally acclaimed teachers. \nHe founded and performs with Box of Frogs \, Birmingham’s longest running shortform improv troupe\, whose performances include Improfest London\, Ludlow Festival\, Cheltenham Everyman\, etc. \nHe runs Birmingham Improv\, and is the Director of the Birmingham Improv Festival. \n6  consecutive Sunday nights\, June 21st to July 26th\, 7.30pm to 9.30 pm\nMoseley Hive –  93 Alcester Rd\, Birmingham B13 8DD\n£10 per session\, all 6 session fees payable in advance (payment in installments available through paypal – see below).\nIf you are unwaged\, contact us at info@birminghamimprov.com for a discount code.\nSession is capped at 16 people. \n\n \n \n \n \n  \n  URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/master-the-harold-with-jon-trevor/ LOCATION:Moseley Hive\, 93 Alcester Rd\,\, Birmingham\, B13 8DD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Improver drop-ins ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/graphic.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141714Z UID:10000843-1782329400-1782336600@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Birmingham Improv Comedy Jam (ft. Box of Frogs) DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy the Birmingham Improv comedy Jam!! \nAn evening of fun for all. Turn up\, grab a drink\, put your name in the hat\, and perform! Or if you prefer\, just watch the fun! \nWith a different Improv group invited  to entertain us each month for the first half. Followed by a jam hosted by resident guests\, Box of Frogs. \nCome and play your favourite improv games\, take part in improvised scenes\, sketches and songs\, or just sit back and watch. \nSuitable for all levels of experience\, including complete beginners. \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/birmingham-improv-comedy-jam-ft-box-of-frogs/2026-06-24/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Jams,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/bimprov-comedy-jam-fb-event-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260701T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141247Z UID:10000813-1782934200-1782941400@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Birmingham Improv presents Spaghetti Junction DESCRIPTION:Birmingham Improv brings  you Spaghetti Junction \nA never-before-assembled cast of improvisers perform never-before-seen scenes based on never-before-prompted prompts! \nWhere are we going? What’s it all about? What’s the moral of the night? \nThe audience will decide at the end! We don’t know where we’re going until we get there… \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/birmingham-improv-presents-spaghetti-junction-2/2026-07-01/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260708T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141517Z UID:10000825-1783539000-1783546200@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Box of Frogs Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:Box of Frogs\, Birmingham’s premiere Improv Group\, bring you a night of high-octane improvised comedy nonsense\, based entirely on your suggestions. \nExpect the unexpected as quick-witted players conjure up hilarious spontaneous songs\, sketches and scenes on the spur of the moment. \nUpstairs at 1000 Trades Pub in the Jewellery Quarter. \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) \nFree Entry (bucket collection – recommended donation £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/box-of-frogs-improv-comedy-2/2026-07-08/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Box-of-Frogs-Group-smaller.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260715T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20260218T090449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T091410Z UID:10000851-1784143800-1784151000@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Midlands Improv Night DESCRIPTION:All the best improv from the Midlands! \nA different Smörgåsbord of improvised comedy joy every time! \nTHIRD WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH \nat the delightful 1000 Trades Pub\n16 Frederick St\, Birmingham B1 3HE \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFREE ENTRY (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/midlands-improv-night-2-2/2026-07-15/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/MidImprov.logoLarge.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260729T213000 DTSTAMP:20260430T225455 CREATED:20251205T141714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T141714Z UID:10000844-1785353400-1785360600@birminghamimprov.com SUMMARY:Birmingham Improv Comedy Jam (ft. Box of Frogs) DESCRIPTION:Come and enjoy the Birmingham Improv comedy Jam!! \nAn evening of fun for all. Turn up\, grab a drink\, put your name in the hat\, and perform! Or if you prefer\, just watch the fun! \nWith a different Improv group invited  to entertain us each month for the first half. Followed by a jam hosted by resident guests\, Box of Frogs. \nCome and play your favourite improv games\, take part in improvised scenes\, sketches and songs\, or just sit back and watch. \nSuitable for all levels of experience\, including complete beginners. \nDoors open 7.15.  Show starts at 7.30.  Come earlier if you fancy a drink first. \nFree Entry (recommended donation\, £5) URL:https://birminghamimprov.com/event/birmingham-improv-comedy-jam-ft-box-of-frogs/2026-07-29/ LOCATION:1000 Trades\, 16 Frederick Street\, Birmingham\, B1 3HE CATEGORIES:Jams,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://birminghamimprov.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/bimprov-comedy-jam-fb-event-header.png ORGANIZER;CN="Birmingham Improv":MAILTO:info@birminghamimprov.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR