My First Improv Book is available to purchase!
The Pundamentals
Exciting news—my very first book, The Pundamentals, is out now! It's all about the art of crafting puns, diving into the clever, quirky world of wordplay. Whether you're a seasoned punster or a newcomer, this book will help you master the fine art of the perfect pun. Available exclusively on Amazon.
WHAT IS IMPROV?
So, exactly what is improvisation? Improvisation is one of the core techniques used by actors. It stretches the imagination, sparks spontaneity and can lead to unforgettable performances. To the dismay of script writers everywhere, it has also been responsible for some of the best moments in cinema history! Jack Nicholson’s line, “Heeeeeere's Johnny,” in 'The Shining'? Improvised! Improv comes in many forms and these mainly fit into two categories 'Short Form' and Long Form'. Improv can be comedic, dramatic, narrative and so much more. Many people use improv to improve their confidence, to develop their public speaking skills, to work on character development and the list of how to apply improv techniques is most probably endless. For me it is the best way to express yourself as well as being a place I can lean into my humour and generally just have a lot of fun.
MY IMPROV JOURNEY
I am an experienced teacher and improv facilitator with nearly 20 years of experience guiding and shaping the minds of performers from age 6 to 60+. After discovering a passion for improv as a 6-year-old in my local drama class, I have been developing as an improviser ever since. After 20 years of writing, producing, and directing youth stage productions using improv techniques to help performers develop their characters, I stumbled upon a local adult improv class run by Emma Bird of Liverpool Comedy Improv, and it totally changed my life! It unleashed the performer in me again and helped me transition from the full-time teacher mindset back into performer mode.
This journey led me to join forces with some of the most wonderful people I’ve ever met to create the improv troupe The Oickers, who I perform with regularly. I also founded Flintshire Funnybone Improv, a local improv community in North Wales where I facilitate free bi-weekly short-form improv drop-in sessions. Additionally, I facilitate bi-weekly online improv drop-in sessions for Glossop Improv. My wife, Sekki, and I also work as promoters, running improv shows at a couple of different venues. Improv is truly a massive part of my life—it’s how I met my wonderful fiancée.
In addition to my improv performing/facillitating, I’m the author of The Pundamentals, a book all about the art of pun-making. I’m passionate about language and wordplay, and this book is a fun exploration of the craft of puns for anyone eager to master this clever art. I also started the Liverpool Comedy ImprovCast podcast in 2021, which is still going strong, with new episodes dropping every other Monday.
BOOK ME FOR IN PERSON OR ONLINE IMPROV WORKSHOPS
Improv can do so much for you and I offer many bespoke packages that can be tailored to your specific needs. Be it in person or online I can facillitate sessions for groups as small as 4 to over 20 to help you build confidence, develop your teamwork, develop specific acting elements such as character or narrative and even develop your comedy routine. I love running improv sessions and I look forward to discussing how I can best serve you.
Upcoming Workshops
Due to Illness I had to cancel this workshop. I hope to reschedule it for later this year, so watch this space and follow me on socials so you don't miss out.