BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Big Couch New Orleans - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20261105T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T030824Z CREATED:20261005T030357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T030824Z UID:10001559-1793908800-1793912400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers\n November 5\, 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 Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars \n\n\n \n Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/showcase-unscripted-comedy-by-newly-trained-improvisers-10/ 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:20261106T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T203000 DTSTAMP:20261001T210453Z CREATED:20261001T210240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T210453Z UID:10001541-1793993400-1793997000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy\n November 6\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nImprov made better with hot sauce – Whose Line meets Hot Ones \nImprov 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 sauce. As the show goes on\, the games get harder\, and the sauces get hotter. Imagine “Whose Line Is it Anyway?” meets “Hot Ones.” \nThis show is created by Ellery Abel and produced by Big Couch\, and features some of the funniest improvisers in New Orleans. \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 Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/spicy-bits-hot-sauce-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/2025/08/Spicy-Bits.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261106T220000 DTSTAMP:20261001T211159Z CREATED:20261001T210841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T211159Z UID:10001544-1793998800-1794002400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Discourse: A Live Comedy Debate Show DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Discourse: A Live Comedy Debate Show\n November 6\, 2026\n |\n9:00 pm\n –\n10:00 pm\n \nSee a live comedy debate like no other! Contestants tackle quirky questions with wit and charm\, vying to become the Emperor of Debate. \nAre we okay? Does a straw have one hole or two? Santa\, cool or chill? Are you asking the important questions like these? Then Discourse is your jam.Welcome to Discourse: the live comedy debate where wit is the weapon and laughter is the prize. Our participants learn about their topics as they hit the stage and rely on wit\, charm\, and sheer nerve to win over the judges and the audience. The winner of our foursome will challenge the standing Emperor of Debate for their laurels. \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 Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy \n\n\n \n Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/discourse-a-live-comedy-debate-show-2/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Discourse-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261109T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T030908Z CREATED:20261005T030443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T030908Z UID:10001560-1794254400-1794258000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers\n November 9\, 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 Discourse: A Live Comedy Debate Show \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-11/ 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:20261112T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T210000 DTSTAMP:20261014T191640Z CREATED:20261014T190833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T191640Z UID:10001573-1794510000-1794517200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:The Nostalgia Quartet: Four New Short Plays as part of New Orleans Fringe Festival DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n The Nostalgia Quartet: Four New Short Plays as part of New Orleans Fringe Festival\n November 12\, 2026\n |\n7:00 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nAliens\, kidnapped pop stars\, sad blue alligators\, and a toilet paper roll’s darkest hour as part of New Orleans Fringe Festival \nFour brand-new short plays\, one wonderfully weird night. THE NOSTALGIA QUARTET lands at Big Couch as part of the New Orleans Fringe Festival’s “bring your own venue” lineup\, and it’s bringing a little bit of everything: interplanetary friendship\, pop-star conspiracies\, swamp-creature sorrow\, and one very brave toilet paper roll. \nOn the bill: \nGlorba: My Alien Pen PalAn alien comes to Earth to research humanity\, and a friendship gets put to the test. \nStan! (co-written with Sydni Meyers)A famous pop star is kidnapped by people hoping to uncover a conspiracy. \nBlue AlligatorSomething is making the alligators so sad that they’re turning blue. \nToilet Paper RollAn evil cult ravages the village of a humble toilet paper roll. Consider it your sneak peek at The Nostalgia of Able Gabe! \nThis production is presented as part of New Orleans Fringe Festival “bring your own venue” program. You can learn more at their website: https://www.nolafringe.org/ \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 Dr. Amore or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wearing A Mask URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-nostalgia-quartet-four-new-short-plays-as-part-of-new-orleans-fringe-festival/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/The-Nostalgia-Quartet.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T210000 DTSTAMP:20261014T191259Z CREATED:20261014T191127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T191259Z UID:10001574-1794598200-1794603600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Dr. Amore or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wearing A Mask DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Dr. Amore or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wearing A Mask\n November 13\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n9:00 pm\n \nA true pandemic romantic comedy about finding love when the world is shutting down – part of New Orleans Fringe Festival \nCan you navigate a new romance while calculating risk assessments on every date? From creator and performer Jesse Bradley-Amore comes a hilarious and heartfelt solo show about falling head-over-heels for a doctor just as the COVID-19 pandemic begins. Armed with the baggage of two divorces and a world full of uncertainty\, Dr. Amore explores vulnerability\, resilience\, and what it truly takes to start over when everything is on the line. \nThis production is presented as part of New Orleans Fringe Festival “bring your own venue” program. You can learn more at their website: https://www.nolafringe.org/ \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 Nostalgia Quartet: Four New Short Plays as part of New Orleans Fringe Festival \n\n\n \n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/dr-amore-or-how-i-learned-to-stop-worrying-and-love-wearing-a-mask/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Dr.-Amore.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T160000 DTSTAMP:20261014T191444Z CREATED:20261014T191259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T191444Z UID:10001575-1794666600-1794672000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Dr. Amore or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wearing A Mask DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Dr. Amore or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wearing A Mask\n November 14\, 2026\n |\n2:30 pm\n –\n4:00 pm\n \nA true pandemic romantic comedy about finding love when the world is shutting down – part of New Orleans Fringe Festival \nCan you navigate a new romance while calculating risk assessments on every date? From creator and performer Jesse Bradley-Amore comes a hilarious and heartfelt solo show about falling head-over-heels for a doctor just as the COVID-19 pandemic begins. Armed with the baggage of two divorces and a world full of uncertainty\, Dr. Amore explores vulnerability\, resilience\, and what it truly takes to start over when everything is on the line. \nThis production is presented as part of New Orleans Fringe Festival “bring your own venue” program. You can learn more at their website: https://www.nolafringe.org/ \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 Dr. Amore or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Wearing A Mask \n\n\n \n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/dr-amore-or-how-i-learned-to-stop-worrying-and-love-wearing-a-mask-2/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Dr.-Amore.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261114T203000 DTSTAMP:20261001T212543Z CREATED:20261001T211902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T212543Z UID:10001549-1794684600-1794688200@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 November 14\, 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 with a true tales from a local guests — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by that 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 and one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \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 Catalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-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/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T210000 DTSTAMP:20261014T194503Z CREATED:20260810T192430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T194503Z UID:10001514-1795032000-1795035600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Double Duos: Improv Comedy in Pairs DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nDouble Duos: Improv Comedy in Pairs\nSeptember 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. \nAnd\, this week is a very special double duos. We’re supporting one of our own\, David Hamilton\, in his fundraising effort for NOLA to Angola\, which supports the Cornerstone Builders Bus Project\, an organization that provides a free monthly bus service for New Orleanians who have loved ones in four Louisiana detention facilities. They organize a yearly ride from New Orleans to Angola\, and David has been accepted to participate in the one-day\, 35 mile ride this year! He was able to do the asynchronous ride during COVID\, but this will be his first year doing the ride in-person. NOLA to Angola asks each 1-day rider to raise at least $300 to support the program. Every little bit helps this amazing organization! \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\nCatalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark 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:20261119T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T210000 DTSTAMP:20260810T193421Z CREATED:20260810T193135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T193421Z UID:10001517-1795118400-1795122000@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 November 19\, 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 Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/catalyst-fast-paced-improv-comedy-from-a-spark-9/ 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:20261120T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T203000 DTSTAMP:20261014T194317Z CREATED:20260327T000706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T194317Z UID:10001398-1795203000-1795206600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Whose Friday Night Is It Anyway?!? Sketch & Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Whose Friday Night Is It Anyway?!? Sketch & Improv Comedy\n November 20\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nLIVE FROM NEW ORLEANS IT’S WHOSE FRIDAY NIGHT IS IT ANYWAY!!!!! \nThe WFNIIA ensemble is back for round two combing sketch comedy with improv games! \nIf you love classic\, well-known comedy television\, this is the event for you. Come laugh with us! \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 Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/whose-friday-night-is-it-anyway-sketch-improv-comedy/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Untitled-design-31.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T220000 DTSTAMP:20260810T201430Z CREATED:20260810T194950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T201430Z UID:10001523-1795208400-1795212000@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 November 20\, 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 Catalyst: Fast-Paced Improv Comedy from a Spark \n\n\n \n Sorry We're Singing: Musical Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/up-next-a-night-of-rising-improv-stars-9/ 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:20261121T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T203000 DTSTAMP:20261001T212649Z CREATED:20261001T211943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T212649Z UID:10001550-1795289400-1795293000@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 November 21\, 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 with a true tales from a local guests — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by that 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 and one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \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 Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars \n\n\n \n Sorry We're Singing: Musical Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-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/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T210000 DTSTAMP:20260810T194002Z CREATED:20260810T193748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T194002Z UID:10001519-1795636800-1795640400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Sorry We're Singing: Musical Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Sorry We’re Singing: Musical Improv Comedy\n November 25\, 2026\n |\n8:00 pm\n –\n9:00 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 URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/sorry-were-singing-musical-improv-comedy-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/Sorry-Were-Singing.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T032145Z CREATED:20261005T031711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T032145Z UID:10001565-1795636800-1795640400@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Open Door Policy: Improv Comedy by Us with You DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nOpen Door Policy: Improv Comedy by Us with You\nNovember 25\, 2026\n|\n8:00 pm\n–\n9:00 pm \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. \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\nShowcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/open-door-policy-improv-comedy-by-us-with-you-6/ 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:20261202T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T034152Z CREATED:20260810T195035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T034152Z UID:10001524-1796241600-1796245200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nUp Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars\nNovember 2\, 2026\n|\n8:00 pm\n–\n9:00 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. \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\nUp Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars \n\nUp Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/up-next-a-night-of-rising-improv-stars-10/ 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:20261203T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T030950Z CREATED:20261005T030519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T030950Z UID:10001561-1796328000-1796331600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers\n December 3\, 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 Sorry We're Singing: Musical Improv Comedy \n\n\n \n Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/showcase-unscripted-comedy-by-newly-trained-improvisers-12/ 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:20261204T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T203000 DTSTAMP:20261001T210541Z CREATED:20261001T210321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T210541Z UID:10001542-1796412600-1796416200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy\n December 4\, 2026\n |\n7:30 pm\n –\n8:30 pm\n \nImprov made better with hot sauce – Whose Line meets Hot Ones \nImprov 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 sauce. As the show goes on\, the games get harder\, and the sauces get hotter. Imagine “Whose Line Is it Anyway?” meets “Hot Ones.” \nThis show is created by Ellery Abel and produced by Big Couch\, and features some of the funniest improvisers in New Orleans. \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 Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/spicy-bits-hot-sauce-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/2025/08/Spicy-Bits.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T220000 DTSTAMP:20261001T211255Z CREATED:20261001T210919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T211255Z UID:10001545-1796418000-1796421600@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Discourse: A Live Comedy Debate Show DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Discourse: A Live Comedy Debate Show\n December 4\, 2026\n |\n9:00 pm\n –\n10:00 pm\n \nSee a live comedy debate like no other! Contestants tackle quirky questions with wit and charm\, vying to become the Emperor of Debate. \nAre we okay? Does a straw have one hole or two? Santa\, cool or chill? Are you asking the important questions like these? Then Discourse is your jam.Welcome to Discourse: the live comedy debate where wit is the weapon and laughter is the prize. Our participants learn about their topics as they hit the stage and rely on wit\, charm\, and sheer nerve to win over the judges and the audience. The winner of our foursome will challenge the standing Emperor of Debate for their laurels. \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 Spicy Bits: Hot Sauce + Improv Comedy \n\n\n \n Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/discourse-a-live-comedy-debate-show-3/ LOCATION:Big Couch\, 1045 Desire Street\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70117\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigcouchnola.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Discourse-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T213000 DTSTAMP:20261001T212831Z CREATED:20261001T212024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T212831Z UID:10001551-1796502600-1796506200@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 December 5\, 2026\n |\n8:30 pm\n –\n9:30 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 with a true tales from a local guests — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by that 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 and one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \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 Discourse: A Live Comedy Debate Show \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-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/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T032028Z CREATED:20261005T031843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T032028Z UID:10001566-1796846400-1796850000@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 December 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 The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling \n\n\n \n The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/open-door-policy-improv-comedy-by-us-with-you-7/ 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:20261211T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261211T203000 DTSTAMP:20261005T034407Z CREATED:20260610T152946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T034407Z UID:10001464-1797017400-1797021000@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Interstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans DESCRIPTION:« All Events \nInterstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans\nNovember 13\, 2026\n|\n7:30 pm\n–\n8:30 pm\n \nmeets 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. \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\nInterstate Improv Comedy from Baton Rouge to New Orleans URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/interstate-improv-comedy-from-baton-rouge-to-new-orleans-6/ 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:20261212T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261212T203000 DTSTAMP:20261001T212921Z CREATED:20261001T212109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T212921Z UID:10001552-1797103800-1797107400@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 December 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 with a true tales from a local guests — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by that 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 and one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \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 Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-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/The-Big-Big-Show.png ORGANIZER;CN="Big Couch":MAILTO:carrie@bigcouchnola.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T032643Z CREATED:20261005T032548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T032643Z UID:10001569-1797537600-1797541200@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 December 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 The Big Big Show: Improv Comedy Inspired by Storytelling \n\n\n \n Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/catalyst-fast-paced-improv-comedy-from-a-spark-11/ 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:20261218T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261218T220000 DTSTAMP:20260810T201649Z CREATED:20260810T195133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T201649Z UID:10001525-1797627600-1797631200@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 December 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 URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/up-next-a-night-of-rising-improv-stars-11/ 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:20261219T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T203000 DTSTAMP:20261001T213012Z CREATED:20261001T212208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T213012Z UID:10001553-1797708600-1797712200@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 December 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 with a true tales from a local guests — an artist\, bartender\, musician\, teacher\, business owner\, your eccentric neighbor. Inspired by that 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 and one scene at a time. \nCheck our social media for this week’s guest! \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 Up Next: A Night of Rising Improv Stars URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/the-big-big-show-improv-comedy-inspired-by-storytelling-28/ 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:20261222T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261222T210000 DTSTAMP:20261005T031032Z CREATED:20261005T030555Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T031032Z UID:10001562-1797969600-1797973200@bigcouchnola.com SUMMARY:Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers DESCRIPTION:« All Events\n \n\n Showcase: Unscripted Comedy by Newly Trained Improvisers\n December 22\, 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 URL:https://bigcouchnola.com/event/showcase-unscripted-comedy-by-newly-trained-improvisers-13/ 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 END:VCALENDAR