parkprov
Improv in the park!
Fun and playful improv workshops outside in the fresh air.
We will be using the natural landscape, fresh air and increased space to inspire new games, scenes and exercises.
We will be playing with how you can you still have a strong social, emotional and playful connection with your scene partner even when performing at a distance from each other outside.
Every step of the way we will be working to make outside improv the most fun it can be. Explore entire fields and woods in character! Have a huge amount of space for physical play! Incorporate that tree into your scenework!
How to find us:
1. Book your preferred session and park on this page.
2. The day before the workshop we will email you a map with the exact meeting location, it will tend to be close to the nearest tube/train/bus stop to the park or convenient park entrance.
3. On the day you then meet the teacher and group at that location and then we all walk together to the parkprov spot!
4. If you are running late just call the teacher (their number will be in confirmation email we send the day before) and they can whatsapp you a live location tracker that shows you where they are in real-time.
all the info
Sunday 23rd May 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: SOLD OUT
Location: Regents Park, NW London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Teacher: Steve Roe.
Class size: 6.
Sunday 23rd May 2021, 2pm – 4pm: SOLD OUT
Location: Regents Park, NW London.
Theme: Scenes.
Level: Intermediate.
Teacher: Steve Roe.
Class size: 6.
Sunday 23rd May 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: SOLD OUT
Location: Victoria Park, E London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10 max.
Sunday 20th June 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: BOOK
Location: Hyde Park, Central London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Sunday 20th June 2021, 2pm – 4pm: BOOK
Location: Hyde Park, Central London.
Theme: Scenes.
Level: Intermediate.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Sunday 4th July 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: BOOK
Location: Regents Park, NW London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Sunday 4th July 2021, 2pm – 4pm: BOOK
Location: Regents Park, NW London.
Theme: Site Specific Improv.
Level: Intermediate.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Sunday 25th July 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: BOOK
Location: Victoria Park, E London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Sunday 25th July 2021, 2pm – 4pm: BOOK
Location: Victoria Park, E London.
Theme: Scenes.
Level: Intermediate.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Saturday 31st July 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: BOOK
Location: Hyde Park, Central London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Level.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Saturday 31st July 2021, 2pm – 4pm: BOOK
Location: Hyde Park, Central London.
Theme: Site Specific Improv.
Level: Intermediate.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Saturday 14th August 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: BOOK
Location: Regents Park, NW London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Saturday 14th August 2021, 2pm – 4pm: BOOK
Location: Regents Park, NW London.
Theme: Long-Form.
Level: Advanced.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Sunday 29th August 2021, 10:30am – 12:30pm: BOOK
Location: Victoria Park, E London.
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Sunday 29th August 2021, 2pm – 4pm: BOOK
Location: Victoria Park, E London.
Theme: Long-Form.
Level: Advanced.
Teacher: Liam Brennan.
Class size: 10.
Price: £20.
Ages: 18+
Parkprov is wheelchair accessible apart from the Wimbledon Common location (due to muddy off-road condition), please let us know after booking if you have accessibility requirements.
Wet weather plans?
This is England so please wrap up warm and bring clothes for all weathers.
We will be attempting to improvise in most conditions but if it looks like heavy rain the workshop will be cancelled and you will be automatically refunded in full.
We will make this call the day before and again early morning before the workshop stops, so you’ll have plenty of notice of cancellation due to wet weather.
faqs
We have followed government guidance to make sure all of our classes and shows are covid-secure, while also working hard to make sure socially-distance improv is still fun, friendly and playful!
How big is the class size?
6 people including the teacher before 17th May, 11 people including the teacher after 17th May.
Will the class size increase again as the year goes on?
Yes, but we will let you know before you book and won't change any workshops that have been booked. As outlined on the government website: "Businesses and venues following COVID-19 Secure guidelines can host larger groups. This is also the case for events in public outdoor spaces that are organised by businesses, charitable or political organisations, and public bodies, provided they take reasonable steps to mitigate the risk of transmission, in line with COVID-19 Secure guidance and including completion of a risk assessment."
Who is this suitable for?
All levels of improvisers welcome, but if you are totally new to improv it is best to start with one of the short-form themes on this page or with our Improv Taster Day workshops online.
Do I need previous improv experience?
If you are totally new to improv it is best to try out the short-form themes on this page or try one our taster days online. The character sessions are also quite suitable for people new to improv. The story, long-form and scenes are more suited to people with previous experience.
What do I need to bring?
Clothes you are happy moving around in and clothes for all weathers. You may also want to bring along water, snacks and a cushion or rug to sit on, but those are all optional.
Can I change my booking to a different date?
Please give us as much notice as possible if you do this by emailing [email protected] We won't be able to process or refund cancellations if given less than 1 weeks notice.
What covid secure safety measures are you taking?
Limited class size. We will ensure people are at least 1+ metre distance apart at all times, until all legal social distancing requirements have been removed. We will also have hand cleaning equipment available. Modified improv games to ensure there is no contact.
How will I find you in the park?
The day before the workshop we will email you the exact meeting location with a map, it will tend to be close to the nearest tube/train/bus stop to the park or nearest park entrance to that stop. On the day you meet the teacher and group at that location and then we all walk together to the parkprov spot!
How do I find you if I'm running late?
If you are running late just call the teacher (their number will be on the email we send you the day before) and they can whatsapp you a live location tracker that shows you where they are in real-time.
Is this wheelchair accessible?
Yes all of the are apart from Wimbledon Common which is muddier and more off-road. Please just contact us before to make sure we choose the right location in the park.
What happens if it rains?
We will be trying to run it in most weather conditions, so please bring warm clothes. However we will monitor weather conditions and if it looks like heavy rain the workshop will be cancelled and you will be automatically refunded in full. We will make this call the day before and again early morning before the workshop stops, so you’ll have plenty of notice of cancellation due to wet weather.
Will I feel self-concious doing improv in the park?
We will choose a spot that's out of the way, and we will probably look less odd than British Military Fitness and the kettle bell swinging groups of personal trainer squads.