The Play's The Thing & Impro Train

Double Bill

Presented by: Southend 48 Hour Improvathon

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0	WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA: Up The Road - Comedian's Cocktail Lounge
P	Tuesday 6th May, 2025
N	7:00pm

Event information

Two previews for the price of one!
Catch new improvised Shakespeare trio The Play's The Thing AND John Oakes' & Ali James' Impro Train before the head off on world tour this summer!

The Play’s The Thing

Enjoy an adventurous, improvised Shakespearean tale told by three impish seekers. With daring battles of wit, tear jerking soliloquy’s and very silly serious scenes, Chris, Ali & John will make you laugh, gasp and cry with their innovative mix of form and fun in The Play’s The Thing - the ultimate homage to the Bard.

John Oakes & Ali James’ Impro Train

Join comedian John Oakes and West End improviser Ali James (Showstopper! The Improvised Musical) for 50 minutes of improvised hilarity! Featuring entirely extemporised rap recitals, raucous un-rehearsed games and guest appearances from the best improvisers at the fringe! "The future of improv" - Mike McShane (Whose Line Is It Anyway?)