Diversity and Inclusion

Leamprov is for everyone!

No matter who you are, Leamprov is here for YOU. We believe that improv is at its best when everyone has a seat at the table, and our community thrives when it's made up of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences.

Different backgrounds, different stories, different people all coming together to create something unique—that’s what makes improv exciting, dynamic, and full of joy. The magic happens when we all come together, sharing laughter, and growing alongside each other.

So, whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whatever your ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or age, Leamprov wants you to be a part of the team! Whether you're a seasoned performer or just curious to give it a go, there’s a place for you. 

Let’s build something amazing together, because the more diverse and inclusive our community is, the more fun, bold, and creative our improv becomes! Your voice, your story, and your energy matter—join us in making improv a space for everyone.

Community Standards for Members

Members must be 18+ to join the group

Members should support members, both on stage and off stage.

Look after and respect the venue and possessions when you are performing or learning.

Respect physical boundaries and don’t do anything physically dangerous to yourself or your scene partner(s). Everyone has the option to not participate in, or stop, a scene, game, or workshop at any time. All teachers of workshops will be aware of this.

Respect sexual boundaries, on and off stage.

We are an inclusive group and will not tolerate discrimination of any kind on the basis of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression and basis of disability.

Help us to create an environment free from harassment of any kind.

Risky subject matter in scenes, characters with unpleasant viewpoints, and human/society/political issues can be tackled on stage if that is the artistic choice of the group, as long as the scene is to be treated with full emotional intelligence and the themes and moral implications of those viewpoints fully explored in the ongoing story in an intelligent manner.

Please no drug use or excessive drinking before performances or workshops.

We do not tolerate physical abuse, verbal abuse, emotional abuse, bullying, sexual harassment or abuse or harassment of any kind. Anyone who is abusive, bullying or harassing may be asked to leave our venue and may be barred from returning and performing again.

Whatsapp Group 

The group has a WhatsApp group to communicate about events. Nobody will be added to the WhatsApp group without their consent. Being in the WhatsApp group does not mean you have consent to message individuals privately, please speak to them beforehand (You will be invited to the WhatsApp group if you attend the workshops).

Please keep posts relevant to Leamprov updates and improvised comedy in general except for the social aspect of where am I? Game.

Ideas or suggestions of future social events are asked to be shared with the social director so they can decide how best to post about it and when, but impromptu socials can be posted by anybody. (impromptu meaning no significant planning is required and the event is happening within the next week or so in this case) 

Debate on topics is ok but we ask that everyone is sensitive to other people's views and opinions. Please consider before replying if it is more appropriate to have the conversations in person or 1:1 rather than posting to the group chat. If you have any concerns about what is being posted bring it to the Welbeing Director.

Membership Fees

We want all to be able to access our group and aim to break down financial barriers. If a member would like to join or continue to be part of the group but is unable to because of their financial situation, the group will support them with free entry to workshops and jams.

To continue to make the group accessible the directors and members will decide whether to put prices up for workshops and jams. This will only be done if the group is running at a loss.The price is currently £3 per meeting, with the first session being free to encourage new members to try improv for the first time. There is also a membership option with a £10 monthly fee for all workshops which also allows you to vote on company matters. 

Festival principles

The festival director will prepare the Leamprov Festivals Calendar for the year which will be discussed and approved at January’s committee meeting.

Each festival Leamprov attends will have a designated lead responsible for overseeing the booking process. Once the festivals for the year are confirmed, roles, responsibilities, and booking procedures will be clearly outlined. The Festivals Director and the director team will provide support as needed.

Cast principles

Members can register their interest in performing or hosting open casted shows by writing their name on the sign-up sheet.

The cast for stayover shows will be agreed 3 months in advanced, with local festival shows being agreed four weeks in advance.

The show host will create the games list. This is consistent with the process for a temperance show. Performers and hosts of shows must commit to attending the specified rehearsal date(s). Performers are expected to promote shows individually through their social media or network.

For festivals the cast should arrive a minimum of 1 hour before the show unless agreed otherwise and be prepared to flyer.

The cast should be prepared to stay 15 minutes after the show to help with an venue tidy.

Photo & Video Policy

We will not publicly post photos or videos where members are identifiable without their express consent. We ask all members and regular attendees to complete the photo consent form to give or not give their consent. We will not put photos into an AI system.

Cast members must be aware that while performing, members of the audience may take photos or videos and that this is not in our control.