Old Fire Station, OX1 2AQ
Thursday 29 Jan – Sunday 1 Feb 2026
Programme
View the full festival programme at a glance (PDF). All shows and workshops in one place.
Across four vibrant days, performers from Oxford and beyond will take to the stage with a dazzling mix of comedy, drama, storytelling, and joyful unpredictability — all made up in the moment.
From fast-paced games to rich character-driven narratives, every performance is completely unique, crafted live from audience suggestions. Join us.
Workshops
Whether you’re completely new to improv, returning after a break, or looking to deepen your craft, this year’s line-up offers something for everyone.
Led by experienced teachers and performers from Oxford and beyond, these sessions invite you to explore new skills, meet fellow improvisers, and dive into the joy of spontaneous creativity.
Great value pricing for all
Tickets for individual Shows (featuring two acts) are £10 (standard), £15 (pay more), £5 (pay less) but there are plenty of offers if you want to see more.
Bringing community together
In bringing the fast-growing improv community together, the aim is to introduce more people to the delights of watching and making spontaneous art and comedy.
Get in touch
We’re a friendly community, so please bring anything you want to the attention of the organisers.
Book your shows & workshops
Here’s everything you need to know about ticket types and prices for the festival.
Tickets are now available
Individual Show
Standard £10, Pay more £15, Pay less £5
Entry to one show slot, featuring two performing groups.
Double Bill
Standard £15, Pay more £20, Pay less £10
Entry to two show slots on the same day, featuring four groups in total.
Workshops
Standard £10, Pay more £15, Pay less £5
Maximum 16 participants per workshop
(Telepathy for Improvisers is limited to 12 participants)
All workshops take place in The Studio and are 90 minutes long.
Please arrive five minutes before your workshop so we can start promptly.
Multi-Event Discount
Get 10 percent off when you book three or more events.
The discount is applied automatically at checkout.
See individual tickets for pricing
More information
The second Oxford Improv Festival
Following the success of the first Oxford Improv Festival, we’re pleased to announce a second Oxford Improv Festival. This will be four days of shows and workshops from Thursday 29 Jan – Sunday 1 Feb 2026.
In bringing the fast-growing improv community together, the aim is to introduce more people to the delights of watching and making spontaneous art and comedy.
Each group takes a turn to curate an evening of innovative shows, while the daytime workshops will build the improv skills of anyone from complete beginners to experienced performers.
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