It has been a very tough time for the world at the moment, there is a lot of sadness and worry in these difficult times. Whilst we are all being asked to stay at home to save the life of others there are members of various communities that are holding different streaming and events online that people can partake in to keep spirits up and to bring a bit of cheer and joy in anyway they can. Here is some of the events that are happening below, we will try and bring you one of these as much as we can with as many events that are happening as possible. I write the Phoenix Remix as my form of enjoyment as I adore writing but in a time where we live in a sad world, I want to make it a place I can bring people together as much as possible.
The Nursery, London
The Nursery and The Maydays have just announced online drop ins every day of the week! https://thenurserytheatre.com/improv…/online-drop-ins/
Sprout Improv, London
Dave Bourn hosts an improv online hangout with some very simple games suitable for complete beginners – everyone welcome – no improv experience necessary, the first one happened last weekend and more to be announced.
https://facebook.com/events/s/daves-virtual-impro-playtime/3112002458832127/
Notflix Film Club
Notflix: The Improvised Musical are hosting our own FILM CLUB on Monday at 7:30pm.
All you have to do is watch a film along with us and we’ll be live-tweeting hot takes, setting tasks and games all about the movie! More info at the link.
www.facebook.com/groups/notflixfilmclub
Liverpool comedy Improv
Liverpool comedy Improv are set to host a number of different online improv sessions, to find otu all about it head to the website via this link http://www.liverpoolcomedyimprov.co.uk/improv-online/
Online Improv Class: Improvised Singing with Chris Read
On Wednesday 25th March, 19:30 – 21:30, Chris Read of Dogface Improv is teaching Improvised singing online via using the Zoom app. You can pay the full price now, or secure your place with a deposit – the balance needs to be paid before the class start date. Find out more by clicking here
Family Lunch Time Shows from Manchester
Music Lessons Via Zoom
Richard Burrell is a guitar/ukulele/music theory teacher, who is currently running weekly 1-1 lessons via the ‘Zoom’ conferencing app. Now is a great time to start a new hobby and keep you occupied with something productive while quarantining!
Here is a link to Richard playing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7pGh7s0XnI
Get in touch at RichardBurrellMusic@gmail.com to find out more!
MissImp Virtual Workshops
Emily BRady did a digital drop-in / workshop on Laban Movement this week that’s available for free! There are plans to have another one with a different teacher this week too! https://youtu.be/DizmaFUH2bE
Free online Toddler Groups, Magic and More!
Captain Fantastic Kids party are doing free online toddlers groups, mindfulness and magic and have now launched our online parties (as well as many other things) https://www.facebook.com/CaptainFantasticKids/
British Short Film Club
Gem Ahmet is hosting a daily British Short Film Club via Short Sighted Cinema / vimeo and trialing an online pub quiz next week 😀
Bristol Improv Theatre
The Bristol Improv Theatre are hosting a number of online shows and classes this week, you can find out more information here:
https://www.facebook.com/…/a.19936…/1897136807089155/…
Avocado Improv
Duck Duck Goose Returns Via Online
London’s premier weekly jam will be online! Send your email to ddgimprov@gmail.com Jam starts at 8pm GMT. We have just a few spots left – come and join in the fun. Keep an eye on their page for new ones to be announced.
Do Not Adjust Your Stage.
Do Not Adjust Your Stage has been hosting an online improv show on Saturday. It’s called The Improvised Chat Show. Head over to this link to watch it.
Hoopla Impro Online Drop Ins
Hoopla now have online drop-ins running Monday to Thursday evenings 7pm – 9pm and Saturday afternoons 2pm – 4pm. They are starting this week and are going to be loads of fun with lots of games and scenes for maximum laughs.
Help Spread Inspiration and Hope
Improv in The Netherlands!
Holy Spot have decided to recreate the same sort of English improv entertainment online. They are publishing videos of their shows and brand new videos and inventing some storytelling game on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/holyspotimprov) and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsV3oCLlrURVlm_nZQK2wIw/featured).
Extreme Improv Comedy Shows
The first ever fully live streamed Extreme Improv Comedy Shows are happening at 8pm on both Wednesday March 25th and Thursday March 26th! As society locks themselves away for the good of mankind, join Extreme Improv XStreamed live on Facebook, YouTube or Twitch for some fun improv games to crown the first ever Extreme Improv Internet Champion!
The links to be able to see the shows are:
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFYhqbpyN-YLUZaSikuDOFA
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/extremeimprov
Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/extremeimprov
If you’re a performer and would be interested in joining next week’s show (or any there after) please get in touch by messaging the Extreme Improv Facebook page.
Online Improv Experiment: Project Soundscape
Russ and Marty have set up a community project to allow improvisers to connect and create beautiful things. The music video will be made entirely from contributions… If you want to add to it and find out more headto the facebook group.They need various things like a bassline, percussion, sound effects, perhaps short riffs made with musical instruments. Lyrics will start to be added line at a time once we have the musical intro in place. There maybe even be dance moves.
Let’s help the world Connect, Play and Smile!
Connect and balance with gentle games, play, fun and laughter. Connect deeply with others, Laugh and let go Nourish wellbeing By donation drop ins, various days/times. Current ones are on Eventbrite but I’m adding more as we go.Best to join the list below so you get joining instructions and hear about new session by Andy.
Between Us Online Courses
Workshops and shows might be cancelled but improv continues online! Between Us have put together an online course for improvisers stuck at home on building a narrative long-form improv show. For more details, watch the video and drop us a message. Find out more information here
If you have any online lessons, shows, podcasts etc you want to promote then please drop us an email at phoenixremixcomedy@gmail.com
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