IMPROV IN NEW ORLEANSCreativity Through Comedy

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A woman holds up a speech bubble that says "Yes And," which a fundamental of improv comedy.

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Learn the fundamentals of improv for any endeavor through improv classes in the New Orleans area.

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SHOWS

See a show and co-create some comedy with talented performers.

JAMS

Join an improv comedy jam to connect with other improvisers in New Orleans.

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“Taking improv classes at the Big Couch is sure to be one of the best decisions you can make!”

JESSICA

Improv 101 Participant

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“Best place to get involved with improv in New Orleans. The shows are well crafted and feature hilarious comedians!”

BEN

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“Big Couch made something that could have felt embarassing or nerve-wracking very easy to get into, and we felt very supported.”

BILL

Multiple Class Participant

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“Big Couch is very hospitable, providing a safe space for folks to learn and grow in their skills and confidence as improvisers.”

COLETTE

Performer

ABOUT USYes, We Love Improv

And, we want to share it with folks in New Orleans. We strive to facilitate and support a nurturing and collaborative foundation for creativity. Our classes, shows, and jams enable people to manifest and actualize their dreams. In other words, we invite you to come sit on our Big Couch to think, develop, and do what you love.

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A diverse group of adults stand in a circle learning improv in New Orleans.

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Improv 101: Free Fundamentals

Just like a college course, our free Improv 101 course provides basic concepts to build upon.

A group of diverse adults stand in a circle learning improv in New Orleans.

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Improv 201: Crafting Characters

This course will support you in utilizing emotions, relationships, and specificity to improvise a world through your characters' eyes.

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Improv 301 and Beyond

Improv 301 and beyond continue to develop your improv strengths through scene work, forms, and individualized coaching.

FOR ORGANIZATIONS & BUSINESSESCorporate
Improv Workshops

You can call it team-building or skill development, but we call it fun! With a curriculum customized to your needs, Big Couch can provide team-building or corporate improv workshops in New Orleans, throughout the Gulf Coast, or via Zoom.

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BE IMPROV-INSPIRED EVERYDAYYes And Everything

As regular performers of improvised comedy, we know its lessons translate to everyday life. So, why not design everyday items inspired by “yes and” AND everything else?!? Even if you know nothing about improv comedy, we hope you find something that speaks to you – a journal, mug, tote bag, or something else as a gift for yourself or someone you love laughing with.

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