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WRYAT A-LIVE: Public Radio Parody Podcast Recording

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Summer’s just around the corner and you know what that means! That’s right, everyone’s 5th favorite public radio station and 16th favorite public radio parody podcast WRYAT is coming to Big Couch for a live broadcast in front of a live audience for an experience…

Event Series Free Improv Comedy Jam

Free Improv Comedy Jam

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Just because improv is unscripted, doesn’t mean you can’t practice it! We welcome improvisers of all levels to join us weekly to hone their improv skills, learn new ones, and connect with fun folks. An improv jam is an opportunity for anyone to perform and…

Office Hours: Improv Comedy from the Big Couch Coaches & Teachers

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

More fun than class,Office Hours is an improv comedy show that spotlights the brilliant (and unpredictable) minds of the instructors and coaches at Big Couch. Come see your favorite comedy facilitators throw out the lesson plan and dive headfirst into unscripted chaos. Whether they’re running scenes,…

Joie des Femmes: Improv Comedy from an all femme cast

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

This isn’t just improv—it’s joy unleashed, creativity unbridled, and comedy elevated. Prepare for an evening of laughter, creativity, and surprises as the femme performers of Big Couch present Joie des Femmes! This talented ensemble is ready to take the stage without a script, crafting entire…

Who Knows What? Comedy Quiz Show

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Wrap up the week and play along in our news and trivia quiz! Between rounds, the panel of comedians and unexpected characters compete to answer: "Who knows what?" Join a team and play for glory, or root for an onstage team and enjoy the blend…

Event Series Free Improv Comedy Jam

Free Improv Comedy Jam

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Just because improv is unscripted, doesn’t mean you can’t practice it! We welcome improvisers of all levels to join us weekly to hone their improv skills, learn new ones, and connect with fun folks. An improv jam is an opportunity for anyone to perform and…

Nerd Night: A Comedic Study of Science

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Who says you can't laugh and learn? Because YOU CAN! We've invited some really smart friends to tell us a little about their research and areas of interest. Then, we're going to use that as inspiration for unscripted comedy! Some of the top improv talent…

Reading Series: Science Fiction

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Join Third Lantern Lit us for a night of science fiction. Local readers will share their stories about advanced technology, space, time travel, parallel universes, and more. From hopeful to dystopian to absurdist themes, our story tellers will use this popular genre to dive deep…

Double Duos: Improv Comedy in Pairs

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Big Couch has asked some of its favorite improvisers to partner up in this unscripted comedy show. Two pairs will perform long-form improv comedy separately, and then mash-up for a double duo. It's two times the laughs for one night only.  TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE OR…

FATE: A Night of Silly & Sultry Improv Burlesque

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Giselle Janae proudly presents “Fate,” an improv burlesque show! Five burlesque and drag artists will challenge themselves to give their steamiest (or stupidest) performances to songs randomly selected live on stage! Completely on the spot and packed with talent oh-so-hot, get ready to witness the…

You’re Invited Improv Comedy

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Consider this your official invitation to "You're Invited," an improv comedy show by an all-female troupe that transforms each performance into an uproarious celebration. With boundless creativity and infectious energy, these talented comedians seamlessly blend humor and spontaneity, crafting a dynamic atmosphere reminiscent of an…

Event Series Who Killed (The Comedy Show)

Who Killed (The Comedy Show)

Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

Some of our favorite creatives have been devising something deeply devious. Who Killed (the comedy show) is a freaky, laugh-free* comedy competition coming to Big Couch. Here’s the setup: a small group of improvisers attempt a gauntlet of absurd games and challenges—all while trying not to laugh.…

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