BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Big Couch New Orleans - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Big Couch New Orleans X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bigcouchnola.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Big Couch New Orleans REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T210000 DTSTAMP:20260718T141656Z CREATED:20260718T141316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T141656Z UID:10001503-1787169600-1787173200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:ClownProv DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nClownProv\nAugust 18\, 2026\n|\n8:00 pm\n–\n9:00 pm\n \nUnpredictable. Deeply Weird. Simply Silly. \nHave you ever watched something being born? \nClownProv is where new clown characters come to life — stumbling\, failing\, and figuring it out in real time\, right in front of you. \nThis isn’t the clown you grew up with. No big shoes (except Theo — Theo has big shoes). No balloon animals. Just a troupe of silly humans\, a stage\, and a simple task that will somehow become everything. \nFully Improvised. Often Unpredictable. Deeply Weird. Simply Silly. \nTake a break from the horrors. Come laugh at things you probably shouldn’t. \nget tickets online or at the door\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n  \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\n\nBig Couch \n1045 Desire StreetNew Orleans\,\nLA\n70117\nUnited States \n\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nThe Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling \n\nGames for Good: Mahjong Night at Big Couch URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/clownprov-2/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ClownProv-Website.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T210000 DTSTAMP:20260327T000107Z CREATED:20260326T235635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T000107Z UID:10001397-1787256000-1787259600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Catalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Catalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark\n August 20\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nCatalyst is fast\, tangential improv where one spark ignites the next. Scenes shift quickly\, following the fun\, not the rules. \nEvery idea ignites something new. That’s the focus for Catalyst\, a high-octane improv comedy show where one moment sparks the next. It’s got no rules\, no limits\, and exists through pure momentum. Using fast\, tangential device work\, our cast of sharp improvisers create scenes that morph and expand with explosive energy. Blink\, and we’re somewhere new. \nIt’s a chain reaction of comedy where fun leads the way. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Double Duos: Improv Comedy in Pairs URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/catalyst-fast-paced-improv-comedy-from-a-spark-7/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Catalyst.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T210000 DTSTAMP:20260718T084439Z CREATED:20260327T001532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T084439Z UID:10001402-1787340600-1787346000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:The Roundhouse: Turn It Around With Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nThe Roundhouse: Turn It Around With Comedy\nAugust 21\, 2026\n|\n9:00 pm\n–\n10:00 pm\n\nDid 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 them changes. Are they nicer to you than they are to their mother? Are they still obnoxious when they’re in line at Whole Foods? A rotating cast of skilled improvisers will make everything up before your eyes to see how context changes everything. They’ll even play around with the form itself to see what happens!\nget tickets online or at the door\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n  \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\n\nBig Couch \n1045 Desire StreetNew Orleans\,\nLA\n70117\nUnited States \n\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nCatalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-roundhouse-turn-it-around-with-comedy-5/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Roundhouse-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T140000 DTSTAMP:20260718T075048Z CREATED:20260718T074218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T075048Z UID:10001488-1787403600-1787407200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers\n August 22\, 2026\n |\n1:00 pm\n –\n2:00 pm\n \nJoin other comedic improvisers of all levels for a fun set of scenes. \nJust 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 watch scenes. You can have an awesome time while developing your ability and observing others use theirs. \nImprov Jams consist of one-hour sessions on Saturdays from 1 pm to 2 pm at Big Couch – 1045 Desire St. \nAll jams are free\, and registration is recommended. \nWe strongly encourage participation; however\, those curious about improv that just want to observe are welcome to do so! \n free registration\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Roundhouse: Turn It Around With Comedy \n\n\n \n Improv for Actors Session 4: Putting It All Together URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/free-comedy-jam-for-improvisers-24/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Classes-2026-Website-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T173000 DTSTAMP:20260516T003857Z CREATED:20260516T003442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260516T003857Z UID:10001456-1787409000-1787419800@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Improv for Actors Session 4: Putting It All Together DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Improv for Actors Session 4: Putting It All Together\n August 22\, 2026\n |\n2:30 pm\n –\n5:30 pm\n \nBoost your improv skills in this fun\, hands-on acting session! \nIn the final section of our workshop series\, we will tie all of our previous work together to perform improv scenes with attention and support using clear characters and strong emotional choices. This will leave participants with a new confidence in their ability to communicate scripted work naturally and confidently. \nVisit the event’s collection page to see all events in the series. \nSave when you register for more than one session! You can do that here. \nThis four-part workshop series taught by David James Hamilton will explore how the fundamentals of improv comedy can be applied to scripted acting. We will explore active listening\, confident communication\, character development\, emotional decision making\, and long-form improv scene work to build new skills that participants will be able to apply to every aspect of their acting careers—from stage to screen to auditions. \nDavid James Hamilton is a New Orleans born and bred improviser and actor. He studied the Harold at the Glasgow Improv Theatre\, graduated from the improv program at Two Friends Improv\, as well as completed both the improv and sketch programs at The New Movement (TNM). From 2014 to 2018\, he served as co-conservatory director\, tech director\, building manager\, and improv teacher and coach at TNM\, where he also helped build and served as director of their business workshop program. He founded Anubis Improv in 2018\, and has since had the pleasure of teaching and developing a four-level long-form improv curriculum\, an Improv for Actors curriculum and numerous business workshops for companies such as Camelback Ventures\, The Posse Foundation\, and Robinson Lumber. He performs improv regularly with Big Couch New Orleans and is a member of the film collective Windbreaker. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Roundhouse: Turn It Around With Comedy \n\n\n \n Scene Smash Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/improv-for-actors-session-4-putting-it-all-together/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Improv-for-Actors-Series-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T203000 DTSTAMP:20260718T072634Z CREATED:20260718T072530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T072634Z UID:10001482-1787427000-1787430600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling\n August 22\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nTrue Stories. Top Talent. Totally Improvised. The Big Big Show turns New Orleans tales into unpredictable\, unforgettable comedy. \nEvery Saturday night at Big Couch\, The Big Big Show brings together real stories and top-tier improv comedy. Each show incorporates true tales from a local guest — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by each story’s heart\, humor\, and chaos\, our cast of fearlessly funny improvisers turns truth into hilarity\, crafting scenes that are unpredictable and unforgettable. \nYes\, this is a weekly show. But\, every show features a new storyteller\, a new cast\, and\, therefore\, totally new reasons to laugh! \nRooted in improv and infused with the rhythm and personality of New Orleans\, this is a show that celebrates the city’s collective voice. One story\, one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \nBig Couch is a BYOB venue\, so free to stop at your favorite neighborhood bar or store for your drinks. We have concessions with soft drinks and snacks and plenty of room to lounge and chat. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Improv for Actors Session 4: Putting It All Together \n\n\n \n Scene Smash Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-25/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T220000 DTSTAMP:20260810T182309Z CREATED:20260810T182046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T182309Z UID:10001511-1787774400-1787781600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:New Orleans Fringe Festival presents Horror Movie Night DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n New Orleans Fringe Festival presents Horror Movie Night\n August 26\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n10:00 pm\n \nThe New Orleans Fringe Festival presents Horror Movie Night featuring Night of the Living Dead! \nAll proceeds will directly support the upcoming New Orleans Fringe Festival. \nDoors open at 7pm\, film starts at 8pm. Pay what you can at the door via cash or Venmo. \nMore monthly movie nights to come at both Big Couch and New Marigny Theatre. \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling \n\n\n \n Games for Good: Mahjong Night at Big Couch URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/new-orleans-fringe-festival-presents-horror-movie-night/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/fringe-movie-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T210000 DTSTAMP:20260810T183713Z CREATED:20260810T183558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T183713Z UID:10001512-1787860800-1787864400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Harold Night DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Harold Night\n August 27\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nLong-form improv at its most classic: one audience suggestion\, three storylines. Catch the Harold live at Big Couch! \nJoin us for an evening of long-form improv featuring the Harold\, which is one of the foundational formats of improv comedy. Performers take a single audience suggestion and weave it into three storylines\, layering in games\, patterns\, and callbacks as the scenes build on each other in real time. No two Harolds are ever the same. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Games for Good: Mahjong Night at Big Couch \n\n\n \n You're Invited Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/harold-night/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Spicy-Bits-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T203000 DTSTAMP:20260327T004947Z CREATED:20260327T004533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T004947Z UID:10001414-1787945400-1787949000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:You're Invited Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n You’re Invited Improv Comedy\n August 28\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nUnscripted comedy from an all female troupe of talented improvisers! \nConsider 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. \nWith boundless creativity and infectious energy\, these talented comedians seamlessly blend humor and spontaneity\, crafting a dynamic atmosphere reminiscent of an unforgettable party. The stage becomes a lively gathering where the audience is not just spectators but honored guests\, invited to share in the laughter and unpredictability. \n“You’re Invited” expertly weaves together quick-witted banter\, playful interactions\, and uproarious scenes\, ensuring that each show is a unique\, one-of-a-kind experience. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Scene Smash Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/youre-invited-improv-comedy-7/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Youre-Invited.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T223000 DTSTAMP:20260327T010137Z CREATED:20260327T005726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T010137Z UID:10001419-1787950800-1787956200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Match Game: Improv Comedy Meets Game Show DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Match Game: Improv Comedy Meets Game Show\n August 28\, 2026\n |\n9:00 pm\n –\n10:30 pm\n \nDon’t miss the Big Couch version of Match Game! Inspired by the classic TV show\, this improv comedy twist brings you outrageous “celebrity” panelists\, fill-in-the-blank questions\, and plenty of unscripted chaos. Audience members compete to see how many answers they can match with our panel—while our improvisers crank up the fun with wholly original characters and quick banter. It’s unscripted\, unruly\, and un-blanking-believable!\n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n You're Invited Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/match-game-improv-comedy-meets-game-show-8/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Match-Game.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T140000 DTSTAMP:20260718T075145Z CREATED:20260718T074243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T075145Z UID:10001489-1788008400-1788012000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers\n August 29\, 2026\n |\n1:00 pm\n –\n2:00 pm\n \nJoin other comedic improvisers of all levels for a fun set of scenes. \nJust 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 watch scenes. You can have an awesome time while developing your ability and observing others use theirs. \nImprov Jams consist of one-hour sessions on Saturdays from 1 pm to 2 pm at Big Couch – 1045 Desire St. \nAll jams are free\, and registration is recommended. \nWe strongly encourage participation; however\, those curious about improv that just want to observe are welcome to do so! \n free registration\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Match Game: Improv Comedy Meets Game Show \n\n\n \n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/free-comedy-jam-for-improvisers-25/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Classes-2026-Website-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T203000 DTSTAMP:20260718T072718Z CREATED:20260718T071914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T072718Z UID:10001478-1788031800-1788035400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling\n August 29\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nTrue Stories. Top Talent. Totally Improvised. The Big Big Show turns New Orleans tales into unpredictable\, unforgettable comedy. \nEvery Saturday night at Big Couch\, The Big Big Show brings together real stories and top-tier improv comedy. Each show incorporates true tales from a local guest — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by each story’s heart\, humor\, and chaos\, our cast of fearlessly funny improvisers turns truth into hilarity\, crafting scenes that are unpredictable and unforgettable. \nYes\, this is a weekly show. But\, every show features a new storyteller\, a new cast\, and\, therefore\, totally new reasons to laugh! \nRooted in improv and infused with the rhythm and personality of New Orleans\, this is a show that celebrates the city’s collective voice. One story\, one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \nBig Couch is a BYOB venue\, so free to stop at your favorite neighborhood bar or store for your drinks. We have concessions with soft drinks and snacks and plenty of room to lounge and chat. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Match Game: Improv Comedy Meets Game Show \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-21/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T210000 DTSTAMP:20260718T142724Z CREATED:20260718T142546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T142724Z UID:10001504-1788292800-1788296400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers\n September 1\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nImprovisers show of their new skills having completed their improv course at Big Couch \nPrepare 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 characters\, and creative chaos. \nExploring the expanse of their imagination with their recently acquired skills\, Showcase performers will take you on a thrilling\, unexpected adventure to make you beam with pride and burst with laughter. Plus\, you’ll be supporting local\, emerging talent and encouraging them to continue their improv journey. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/showcase-unscripted-comedy-by-newly-trained-improvisers-4/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Showcase.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T220000 DTSTAMP:20260805T000830Z CREATED:20260805T000740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T000830Z UID:10001507-1788375600-1788386400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration - Day 1 - Two-Prov Tournament DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 1 – Two-Prov Tournament\n September 2\, 2026\n |\n7:00 pm\n –\n10:00 pm\n \nOpening Night of The Big Couch Binge features our first ever tournament of duos! \nThe Big Couch Binge: Opening Night \nBig Couch Binge is turning 3\, and we’re kicking off the celebration with a brand-new competition! \nWatch duos of improvisers perform for glory in one high-energy night. Quick wits\, strong characters\, and bold choices take center stage as two-person teams battle it out. And YOU help decide who wins. \nCome cheer on your favorites and help crown the first-ever Two-Prov Tournament champions as Big Couch Binge kicks off in style. \nThis is just one night of The Big Couch Binge! Grab a multi-day pass for the full festival experience\, including all shows\, plus the option to register for daytime workshops taught by top-notch instructors. Multi-day passes and individual workshop tickets available now on the main event page. Come laugh\, learn\, and binge all weekend long! \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/big-couch-binge-improv-comedy-celebration-day-1-two-prov-tournament/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Binge-2026-Eventbrite-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T220000 DTSTAMP:20260805T001159Z CREATED:20260805T001110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T001159Z UID:10001508-1788462000-1788472800@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration - Day 2 DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 2\n September 3\, 2026\n |\n7:00 pm\n –\n10:00 pm\n \nThe second night of The Big Couch Binge features a whole bunch of troupes performing improv comedy! \nThe Big Couch Binge: Day 2 \nBig Couch Binge is turning 3\, and we’re putting an improv ton* of amazing troupes all one night! \nWatch talented teams of performers make everything out of nothing and laugh at every moment of it. \n*an improv ton is 8 troupes consisting of over 20 people! \nThis is just one night of The Big Couch Binge! Grab a multi-day pass for the full festival experience\, including all shows\, plus the option to register for daytime workshops taught by top-notch instructors. Multi-day passes and individual workshop tickets available now on the main event page. Come laugh\, learn\, and binge all weekend long! \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 1 – Two-Prov Tournament \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/big-couch-binge-improv-comedy-celebration-day-2/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Binge-2026-Eventbrite-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T230000 DTSTAMP:20260805T002419Z CREATED:20260805T002202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T002419Z UID:10001509-1788548400-1788562800@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration - Day 3 DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nBig Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 3\nSeptember 3\, 2026\n|\n7:00 pm\n–\n11:00 pm\n \nThe third night of The Big Couch Binge features some of our longest standing shows plus a truly unique mashup. \nThe Big Couch Binge: Day 3 \nBig Couch Binge is turning 3\, and we’re giving you an opportunity to see some of our regular shows all in one night! \nThat includes Butterr\, You’re Invited\, and Whose Friday Night Is It Anyway. Plus one of our newer shows – Open Door Policy where you get to join the scenes. AND\, we end the night with the mashup you didn’t know you wanted – Spicy Bits and Discourse mash-up for Hot Topics. \nThis is just one night of The Big Couch Binge! Grab a multi-day pass for the full festival experience\, including all shows\, plus the option to register for daytime workshops taught by top-notch instructors. Multi-day passes and individual workshop tickets available now on the main event page. Come laugh\, learn\, and binge all weekend long! \nget tickets online or at the door\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\n\nBig Couch \n1045 Desire Street \nNew Orleans\,\nLA\n70117\nUnited States\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nBig Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 1 – Two-Prov Tournament \n\nInterstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/big-couch-binge-improv-comedy-celebration-day-3/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Binge-2026-Eventbrite-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T230000 DTSTAMP:20260805T002729Z CREATED:20260805T002632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T002729Z UID:10001510-1788634800-1788649200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration - Day 4 DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 4\n September 5\, 2026\n |\n7:00 pm\n –\n11:00 pm\n \nThe fourth night of The Big Couch Binge features some of our longest standing shows plus a truly unique mashup. \nThe Big Couch Binge: Day 4 \nBig Couch Binge is turning 3\, and we’ve got three blocks of three special improv performances! \nFirst up\, Boomerang from Baton Rouge opens the nights with talent from just up the road. Then\, our Big Big Show cast make-up something special from stories. And\, finally\, we close out the night with an amazing competition show to crown The Last Improviser Standing! \nThis is just one night of The Big Couch Binge! Grab a multi-day pass for the full festival experience\, including all shows\, plus the option to register for daytime workshops taught by top-notch instructors. Multi-day passes and individual workshop tickets available now on the main event page. Come laugh\, learn\, and binge all weekend long! \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 3 \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/big-couch-binge-improv-comedy-celebration-day-4/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Binge-2026-Eventbrite-6.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T210000 DTSTAMP:20260810T220806Z CREATED:20260810T220656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T220806Z UID:10001532-1788984000-1788987600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Open Door Policy: Improv Comedy by Us with You DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Open Door Policy: Improv Comedy by Us with You\n September 9\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nIt’s improv chaos as controlled and succinct as possible. \nNick Napolitano and his guest improviser adhere to a strict Open Door Policy. We want to know your thoughts and ideas! \nAt Open Door Policy\, you’ll see an hour of two-prov with a little twist. Once they flip the sign to “OPEN\,” anyone from the audience can jump into the scene and become part of the world. Add your character. Call out the weird thing we missed. Act as our friendship counselor. It’s all on the table! Once we flip to “CLOSED\,” we’ll clear the stage\, finish the scene\, and do it all over again. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 4 \n\n\n \n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/open-door-policy-improv-comedy-by-us-with-you-4/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Open-Door-Policy-Eventbrite-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T210000 DTSTAMP:20260810T192131Z CREATED:20260810T192034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192131Z UID:10001513-1789070400-1789074000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers\n September 10\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nImprovisers show of their new skills having completed their improv course at Big Couch \nPrepare 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 characters\, and creative chaos. \nExploring the expanse of their imagination with their recently acquired skills\, Showcase performers will take you on a thrilling\, unexpected adventure to make you beam with pride and burst with laughter. Plus\, you’ll be supporting local\, emerging talent and encouraging them to continue their improv journey. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Big Couch Binge Improv Comedy Celebration – Day 4 \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/showcase-unscripted-comedy-by-newly-trained-improvisers-5/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Showcase.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T203000 DTSTAMP:20260610T153733Z CREATED:20260610T152855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T153733Z UID:10001462-1789155000-1789158600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans\n September 11\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nBR meets NOLA for a night of unscripted laughs. 100% made up\, 100% Louisiana 100% fun! \nLouisiana’s two greatest cities are connected by 80 miles of Interstate 10\, and now they’re connected by one amazingly unscripted comedy show. \nInterstate brings the best improvisers from Baton Rouge’s BoomerAng Theater to New Orleans’ Big Couch for a night of completely charming\, chaotic\, and created in the moment comedy. \nTickets available online or at the door. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Match Game: Improv Comedy Meets Game Show \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/interstate-improv-comedy-from-baton-rouge-to-new-orleans-4/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Catalyst-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T220000 DTSTAMP:20260718T082003Z CREATED:20260326T223420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T082003Z UID:10001373-1789160400-1789164000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Cards of Destiny: Unscripted Comedy Competition DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nCards of Destiny: Unscripted Comedy Competition\nJune 13\, 2026\n|\n9:00 pm\n–\n10:00 pm\n \nLaugh loads at this fast-paced comedy show where talented improvisers compete to be named the Ultimate Joker! \nWe’ve gathered up some incredibly talented improvisers to test their abilities by chance\, and you get to decide the Ultimate Joker! \nRegular playing cards become comedy challenges\, and improvisers draw their task at random to discover their daring destiny. Whatever the card says they do\, they have to do! And\, the audience chooses who continues on to the next round based upon their performance. It’s surprising\, suspenseful\, and totally unscripted! \nCredit for this show concept goes to Dylan Rohde of Backline Comedy Theater in Omaha\, and we’re elated to continue this tradition in New Orleans! \nget tickets online or at the door\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n  \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\n\nBig Couch \n1045 Desire StreetNew Orleans\,\nLA\n70117\nUnited States \n\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nThe Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling \n\nFree Comedy Jam for Improvisers URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/cards-of-destiny-unscripted-comedy-competition-6/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Cards-of-Destiny.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T140000 DTSTAMP:20260718T075258Z CREATED:20260718T074316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T075258Z UID:10001490-1789218000-1789221600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers\n September 12\, 2026\n |\n1:00 pm\n –\n2:00 pm\n \nJoin other comedic improvisers of all levels for a fun set of scenes. \nJust 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 watch scenes. You can have an awesome time while developing your ability and observing others use theirs. \nImprov Jams consist of one-hour sessions on Saturdays from 1 pm to 2 pm at Big Couch – 1045 Desire St. \nAll jams are free\, and registration is recommended. \nWe strongly encourage participation; however\, those curious about improv that just want to observe are welcome to do so! \n free registration\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans \n\n\n \n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/free-comedy-jam-for-improvisers-26/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Classes-2026-Website-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T203000 DTSTAMP:20260718T072813Z CREATED:20260718T071936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T072813Z UID:10001479-1789241400-1789245000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling\n September 12\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nTrue Stories. Top Talent. Totally Improvised. The Big Big Show turns New Orleans tales into unpredictable\, unforgettable comedy. \nEvery Saturday night at Big Couch\, The Big Big Show brings together real stories and top-tier improv comedy. Each show incorporates true tales from a local guest — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by each story’s heart\, humor\, and chaos\, our cast of fearlessly funny improvisers turns truth into hilarity\, crafting scenes that are unpredictable and unforgettable. \nYes\, this is a weekly show. But\, every show features a new storyteller\, a new cast\, and\, therefore\, totally new reasons to laugh! \nRooted in improv and infused with the rhythm and personality of New Orleans\, this is a show that celebrates the city’s collective voice. One story\, one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \nBig Couch is a BYOB venue\, so free to stop at your favorite neighborhood bar or store for your drinks. We have concessions with soft drinks and snacks and plenty of room to lounge and chat. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans \n\n\n \n Cards of Destiny: Unscripted Comedy Competition URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-22/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T220000 DTSTAMP:20260808T124429Z CREATED:20260718T083233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T124429Z UID:10001498-1789246800-1789250400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:The Living Room - Where Stories Inspire Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nThe Living Room – Where Stories Inspire Improv Comedy\nAugust 8\, 2026\n|\n7:30 pm\n–\n8:30 pm\n \nLaugh with improvisers being inspired by their own conversation to create comedic characters and absurd scenes in the moment. \nSometimes you hang out with your friends\, hear one of their stories\, and think “I’d like to have seen that banana” or maybe you think “what if the dollar bill was a banana?” or maybe it reminds you of “the silly baby who mispronounces banana.” \nWelcome to The Living Room! \nBig Couch is elated to present longform improvised comedy inspired by the experience of sitting around and talking about life\, stuff\, and bananas.* \nLaugh with premier-level improvisers using their own stories and conversation to create comedic characters and absurd scenes in the moment. \n*No guarantee of bananas. We just think they are funny\, and we’re hungry and need potassium. \nget tickets online or at the door\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live\n\n\nBig Couch \n1045 Desire Street \nNew Orleans\,\nLA\n70117\nUnited States\n+ Google Map \n  \n\n \n\n\n\nDo Scenes\, Get Notes: Improv Comedy Coaching \n\nInterstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-living-room-where-stories-inspire-improv-comedy-2/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/The-Living-Room-Presentation.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T210000 DTSTAMP:20260810T192532Z CREATED:20260810T192430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T192532Z UID:10001514-1789588800-1789592400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Double Duos: Improv Comedy in Pairs DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Double Duos: Improv Comedy in Pairs\n September 16\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nTwo improv pairs perform unscripted comedy separately and then mash-up as a double duo \nBig 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. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n The Living Room – Where Stories Inspire Improv Comedy \n\n\n \n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/double-duos-improv-comedy-in-pairs/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Double-Duos.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T210000 DTSTAMP:20260810T193247Z CREATED:20260810T193109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T193247Z UID:10001515-1789675200-1789678800@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Catalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Catalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark\n September 17\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nCatalyst is fast\, tangential improv where one spark ignites the next. Scenes shift quickly\, following the fun\, not the rules. \nEvery idea ignites something new. That’s the focus for Catalyst\, a high-octane improv comedy show where one moment sparks the next. It’s got no rules\, no limits\, and exists through pure momentum. Using fast\, tangential device work\, our cast of sharp improvisers create scenes that morph and expand with explosive energy. Blink\, and we’re somewhere new. \nIt’s a chain reaction of comedy where fun leads the way. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Double Duos: Improv Comedy in Pairs \n\n\n \n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/catalyst-fast-paced-improv-comedy-from-a-spark/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Catalyst.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T203000 DTSTAMP:20260810T193839Z CREATED:20260810T193742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T193839Z UID:10001518-1789759800-1789763400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Sorry We're Singing: Musical Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Sorry We’re Singing: Musical Improv Comedy\n September 18\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nUnwritten Songs. Unscripted Comedy. Unexpected Fun. \nSorry We’re Singing is a talented group of singers and improvisers who create an entire musical in the moment\, with unique characters\, compelling plot\, and brand new songs. It’s like Andrew Lloyd Webber and Wayne Brady adopted the Partridge Family\, but cooler (maybe?). \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Catalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark \n\n\n \n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/sorry-were-singing-musical-improv-comedy/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Sorry-Were-Singing.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T220000 DTSTAMP:20260810T195527Z CREATED:20260810T194708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T195527Z UID:10001520-1789765200-1789768800@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars\n September 18\, 2026\n |\n9:00 pm\n –\n10:00 pm\n \nCatch the next generation of improv comedy! Up Next showcases rising stars turning spontaneous ideas into laugh-out-loud scenes. \nCatch the next big names in improv at Up Next\, a showcase featuring emerging troupes ready to light up the stage. Each group brings their own unique style\, fearless creativity\, and spontaneous humor to every scene. They turn ideas into moments that will have you laughing out loud. \nWith wild characters and imaginative scenes\, Up Next is your front-row seat to the future of improv. Come cheer them on as they test boundaries\, explore new voices\, and bring the house down one scene at a time. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Sorry We're Singing: Musical Improv Comedy \n\n\n \n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/up-next-a-night-of-rising-improv-stars/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Up-Next-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000 DTSTAMP:20260718T075348Z CREATED:20260718T074336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T075348Z UID:10001491-1789822800-1789822800@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Free Comedy Jam for Improvisers\n September 19\, 2026\n |\n1:00 pm\n \nJoin other comedic improvisers of all levels for a fun set of scenes. \nJust 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 watch scenes. You can have an awesome time while developing your ability and observing others use theirs. \nImprov Jams consist of one-hour sessions on Saturdays from 1 pm to 2 pm at Big Couch – 1045 Desire St. \nAll jams are free\, and registration is recommended. \nWe strongly encourage participation; however\, those curious about improv that just want to observe are welcome to do so! \n free registration\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Cards of Destiny: Unscripted Comedy Competition \n\n\n \n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/free-comedy-jam-for-improvisers-27/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Classes-2026-Website-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T203000 DTSTAMP:20260718T072859Z CREATED:20260718T072000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260718T072859Z UID:10001480-1789846200-1789849800@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling\n September 19\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nTrue Stories. Top Talent. Totally Improvised. The Big Big Show turns New Orleans tales into unpredictable\, unforgettable comedy. \nEvery Saturday night at Big Couch\, The Big Big Show brings together real stories and top-tier improv comedy. Each show incorporates true tales from a local guest — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by each story’s heart\, humor\, and chaos\, our cast of fearlessly funny improvisers turns truth into hilarity\, crafting scenes that are unpredictable and unforgettable. \nYes\, this is a weekly show. But\, every show features a new storyteller\, a new cast\, and\, therefore\, totally new reasons to laugh! \nRooted in improv and infused with the rhythm and personality of New Orleans\, this is a show that celebrates the city’s collective voice. One story\, one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \nBig Couch is a BYOB venue\, so free to stop at your favorite neighborhood bar or store for your drinks. We have concessions with soft drinks and snacks and plenty of room to lounge and chat. \n get tickets online or at the door\n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n \n\n\n Google Calendar\n\n\n iCalendar\n\n\n Outlook 365\n\n\n Outlook Live\n\n\n\n \n Big Couch \n \n\n1045 Desire Street\n \n New Orleans\,\n LA\n 70117\n United States\n\n\n + Google Map \n\n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n Cards of Destiny: Unscripted Comedy Competition \n\n\n \n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-23/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR