Beginner Improv Classes in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Learn Improv. No Experience Required.
Overcome stage fright, meet new people and learn to think on your feet in a supportive, laugh-out-loud environment.
This class runs over four Monday nights from 7th - 28th September at The Commons, Ormeau road.
Sign up now to say ‘Yes and…’ to a fun new skill.
What can you expect?
Each class will include fun, low-stakes games to help us learn the basics of improv.
You'll learn to trust your instincts, support your scene partners and silence your inner critic.
Who is this class for?
You don’t need to be witty, an actor, or a comedian. This Beginners Improv Class is designed for:
Absolute Beginners
People who have never stepped on a stage before.
Professionals
Anyone looking to improve public speaking, active listening and collaboration.
Creatively Curious
Anyone wanting to try a fun new hobby and shake up their routine.
Class Info
Duration: 4 Weeks (Every Monday night)
Dates:
Monday 7th September
Monday 14th September
Monday 21st September
Monday 28th September
Time: 7.00pm - 9.00pm
Location:The Commons, Ballynafeigh, Belfast
Class Size: Limited to 10 people.
What will I get out of this class?
Over four sessions, alongside meeting new people and having a lot of fun and laughter, you will:
Boost Your Confidence
Feel more comfortable public speaking, sharing ideas, and using your voice.
Quiet Your Inner Critic
Anyone looking to improve public speaking, active listening and collaboration.
Sharpen Your Communication
Anyone wanting to try a fun new hobby and shake up their routine.
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Absolutely not. In fact, we focus more on finding what’s funny through being honest, authentic and reacting naturally in the moment.
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Wear comfortable clothes you can move around in easily.
Bring a water bottle or there is also tap water in the venue.
You might want to bring a notebook to make notes as you learn.
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Each class begins with an explanation of what to expect in the session, and every exercise will have clear instructions before we begin.
We prioritise your comfort: We will always take a 10-minute break in the middle of each session. You are welcome to step out of the room at any point.
No pressure: There is no pressure to move fast or make physical contact. You can free to sit out of an exercise if you just want to watch.
Adaptive learning: If you have any specific learning or communication needs, please just let Janey know and she will adapt the exercises as best as possible.
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Each session flows from the last. You could miss one, however it’s best to wait for the next class if you have to miss more than one.
FAQs
Your Teacher
Janey Mac is an experienced improv performer, coach and teacher. She trained at the Free Association, Monkey Toast, and Hoopla in London, and at the world-renowned iO Theatre in Chicago.
As well as performing and hosting shows in London, she recently produced and toured her solo improvised show, ‘Janey Mac is Hot (Blame the Hormones)’, to sell-out audiences across the island of Ireland and was the guest artist for the Arts Council Northern Ireland’s Culture Night 2025 in Brussels.
Expect Janey’s classes to be full of warmth, care and playful energy!
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Book Your Place
This class is £60 or pay what you can (£20+) to help make this beginner’s class as accessible as possible.
To change the total amount, click ‘Get Ticket’ and adjust the amount at the top.
If you need to cancel, refunds are available up to 7 days before the class start date. If your plans change, just drop Janey an email to confirm your cancellation/refund.