The Brighton Improv Jam

The Actors 4 Prince's Street, Brighton

AndAlso’s Brighton Improv Jam is an opportunity to practise your improv, laugh till it hurts, and maybe even learn a little about yourself. Whether or not you have trained with (or heard of) AndAlso Improv, we invite first-timers and advanced students alike to an energising evening of make-em-ups. Come with your friends or come alone, […]

Free – £5.00

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Let’s just see what happens

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Owning your ideas: Boldness and Confidence

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Shared Creativity and Building a Team

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The ‘Harold’

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Musical Improv

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Testimonials

  • I can’t praise AndAlso too highly! All the teachers know their artform inside out, and share their insights with enthusiasm, warmth and humour. I’ve done many of their classes over the years, and they’re always ridiculously fun, and beneficial in ways... read more

    Simon Goodway Avatar Simon

    Superb Superb Superb. If you're looking for an addiction that is healthy for the mind, body and soul. Go no further than AndAlso Improv. It is for everyone and all inclusive. Two and a half hours of belly aching laughter is guaranteed... read more

    Martin Hyde Avatar Martin

    AndAlso Improv offerings open new doors into what's possible with improv theatre. What's delightful about their approach is how it centers around what's enjoyable and unique to the individual improviser's personality, tastes and weirdness. I recently finished a 12-week online course... read more

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  • Living abroad, I'm only able to do improv online with AndAlso Improv. But it has been amazing, Heather is a generous and encouraging teacher. I've learned so much even with her only being a little square on my screen. Hope... read more

    Justine Sherwood Avatar Justine

    I have taken many musical improv classes over the course of the past 5 years. Heather and Joe are, by far, my absolute favorite team to work with—I have grown so much in my time with them!! My listening and... read more

    Sharon Eisner Avatar Sharon

    I have been learning improv from Heather and Jules at AndAlso since 2014. I have always loved their approach, non judgemental and also equipping you with skills and tips to improve. Some of my all-time favourite exercises were from their... read more

    Fabian Chessell Avatar Fabian
  • Amazing improv community with fab teachers who run brilliant classes and put on inspiring improv shows.

    Ryan Burns Avatar Ryan

    I've loved every step of my improv journey with AndAlso. I've made lifelong friends, the teachers are great and each class has been a celebration of play and laughter. Would definitely recommend!

    Kirby FM Avatar Kirby

    We spent two lovely evenings watching the shows. It was a joy to watch talented people who were so quick witted and funny Absolutely loved the venue, atmosphere and the vibe, everyone was so friendly. It was so lovely to be able... read more

    Maggie Burns Avatar Maggie
  • I flipping love what improv with AndAlso has given me. Not only a fabulous inclusive community but also skills and fun and utter joyful playfulness which I carry into my work and home life too. These talented facilitators are serious about having... read more

    Kerri Corcoran Avatar Kerri

    A professional setup with a caring community ethos. AndAlso will look after you, whether you're trying improv for the first time or you're a seasoned performer. Each teacher brings something unique, but they all share a passion for this artform... read more

    Ryan Burns Avatar Ryan

    These people are the best on the planet at what they do. Joe is a remarkable, magical musician; able to condense the exact emotional high-point of a scene into the single most appropriate piece of music at the speed of... read more

    Gordon Fudge Avatar Gordon
  • Life-changing, soul-affirming stuff. Genuinely really truly love improv – it’s an incredible community and something you should CERTAINLY do if you’re on the lookout for new friends or purpose. New skills, new friends and a new outlook on your everyday: what’s... read more

    Sam Taylor Avatar Sam

    AndAlso offer me an opportunity to do improv online with warm, enthusiastic and knowledgeable teachers. They foster a kind and supportive atmosphere.

    Frank Pellow Avatar Frank

    I'm fairly addicted to doing courses and starting improv is one of the best things I've ever done. Met the most amazing community of people, grown in confidence, and realised I'm actually pretty awesome! The teachers are incredible. If you're... read more

    Polly B Avatar Polly
  • I’ve been lucky enough to take classes with Heather, Jules, and Joe (both online and IRL). Absolutely fantastic. ❤️❤️❤️

    Jen Scott Avatar Jen

    Taking classes with AndAlso is one of the best moves I've made. I regularly laugh till I cry; I've learnt so much - both in terms of improv skills but also about myself; the teachers are exceptional at creating a... read more

    Emma Anderson Avatar Emma

    Most amazing teachers: inspiring, supportive, challenging and hilarious. Can't recommend Andalso improv courses highly enough

    dhunt202005 dhunt202005 Avatar dhunt202005
  • Inspiring teachers and well-balanced workshops! Watching Heather in action is a true delight—whether she's leading a workshop or performing on stage.

    Edyta W Avatar Edyta

    Great in so many ways. Just experience it, you will understand!

    Elderberry Jam Chopped Improv Avatar Elderberry

    Heather and Joe are the best! I took an online class with them and it was awesome. They are both incredibly talented, adaptable, encouraging and kind. The class gave me lots of great tools to use in musical improv shows.

    Kim S Avatar Kim
  • I just need to say that this is one of the best things I have done in my life. I was getting into an “I’m an introvert, I don’t do things like this” mindset. Applying the wrong idea of introversion (which... read more

    Ric O'Shea Avatar Ric

    Brilliant classes, courses & retreats superbly taught in a super fun & supportive environment. Highly recommended!

    Nathan Pope Avatar Nathan

    Very well run local, inclusive improv community doing courses and shows. I strongly recommend it!!

    Liam Elliott Avatar Liam
  • So I've been doing improv now with AndAlso for nearly two years. It's been the best decision I've made in that time and one of the best I've ever made in general. Courses have not only provided an incredible amount of... read more

    Aidan Williams Avatar Aidan

    Fantastic improv company!

    Corinne Card Avatar Corinne

    Brilliant empathetic instructors who make classes interesting and fun!!!

    Mary Adams Avatar Mary
  • *ONLINE only* for me in California; have done literally hundreds of hours of Musical Improv training via Zoom since 2020. LOVE these teachers and this program. Welcoming, inclusive, supportive, knowledgeable -- they will connect with you ...

    Christine Welsh-Buck Avatar Christine

    I've now completed four improv courses with AndAlso over the last year or so, starting from a base of zero improv knowledge or experience. No regrets! It's masses of fun and all the tutors I've had are funny, proactive and... read more

    A Monty Avatar A

    If you want to learn new skills, build your confidence and do this whilst having the best time then Heather, Jules and all at Andalso are the people to meet. Their courses have helped me develop and thrive in a... read more

    Duncan Trew Avatar Duncan