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The Clowncil: Ensemble-devised Showcase of Theatrical Clowning
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesWhat happens when a bunch of clowns get together and try to solve the world's problems? You get THE CLOWNCIL - an ensemble-devised showcase of theatrical clowning. Expect a riot of expressive movement, playful audience interaction, and a cast of clowns who fumble, bumble, and…
Free Improv Comedy Jam
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesJust 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…
Cheers: An Improvised Comedy Celebration Show
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesRaise a glass to the lighter side of life with Cheers – the improvised comedy celebration show that turns your good news into great laughs! In this one-of-a-kind performance, our quick-witted comedians take heartwarming, hilarious, and downright wholesome moments shared by you, the audience, and…
Cards of Destiny: Unscripted Comedy Competition
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesWe've gathered up some incredibly talented improvisers to test their abilities by chance, and you get to decide the Ultimate Joker! Regular playing cards become comedy challenges, and improvisers draw their task at random to discover their daring destiny. Whatever the card says they do,…
The Clowncil: Ensemble-devised Showcase of Theatrical Clowning
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesWhat happens when a bunch of clowns get together and try to solve the world's problems? You get THE CLOWNCIL - an ensemble-devised showcase of theatrical clowning. Expect a riot of expressive movement, playful audience interaction, and a cast of clowns who fumble, bumble, and…
The Roundhouse: Turn It Around With Comedy
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesDid you ever want to see how the same old things could be different with a change of scenery? Well, this is the show for you. Through a classic improv form known as the LaRonde, this show explores what happens to people when everything around…
The Roundhouse: Turn It Around With Comedy
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesDid you ever want to see how the same old things could be different with a change of scenery? Well, this is the show for you. Through a classic improv form known as the LaRonde, this show explores what happens to people when everything around…
Deconstruction: Long-form Improv Comedy
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesStep into the world of advanced improv! "The Deconstruction" is a legendary long-form improv structure created by The Family (Matt Besser, Ian Roberts, Neil Flynn, Miles Stroth, Adam McKay, and Ali Farahnakian) under the direction of improv pioneer Del Close. Big Couch performers dive deep…
Joie des Femmes: Improv Comedy from an all femme cast
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesThis 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 StatesWrap 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…
Free Improv Comedy Jam
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesJust 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 StatesWho 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…
Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesPrepare for an evening that’s beyond ordinary comedy! Join us as a group of newly trained improv stars take the Big Couch stage for a show unlike any you’ve seen before. These brave comedians are ready to launch into a universe of spontaneous laughs, unpredictable…
Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesImprov comedy is difficult enough. Why would anyone make it more challenging? Because watching comedians trying to perform while eating progressively spicier hot sauce is hilarious. Spicy Bits is a unique hour-long comedy show featuring improvisers performing short-form games and eating food covered in hot…
Free Improv Comedy Jam
Big Couch 1045 Desire Street, New Orleans, LA, United StatesJust 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…