Spotlights on side booms with red and blue colour gels illuminating the backstage Spotlights on side booms with red and blue colour gels illuminating the backstage

The London 50-Hour Improvathon returns for 50 hours of comedy chaos

Jessica Dellow, Content Writer UK, Thatsup Jessica Dellow, Content Writer UK, Thatsup
Jessica Dellow

The London 50-Hour Improvathon is back for its 15th year at The Pleasance Theatre in Islington, and this time, it's more chaotic than ever. This 50-hour, improvised comedy soap opera is directed by Adam Meggido and Ali James and takes place across 25 wild episodes –think Moulin Rouge meets The Greatest Showman but with more laugh-out-loud moments.

The show kicks off at 7pm on Friday, April 4, and runs non-stop until 9pm on Sunday, with a live band and refreshments to keep everyone going through the night. Each episode is standalone, so you can drop in for just one or binge-watch the whole ride. There's even a special Family Episode at 11am on Sunday, perfect for kids of all ages (tickets for under-12s are just £6).

As the performers push through tiredness, their comedic freedom reaches new heights, making for an unpredictable and hilarious performance. Expect stars from Olivier Award-winning 'Showstopper!' and Tony Award-winning 'Mischief', along with a lineup of comedians, performers, and international guests.

Book your tickets here for 4-6 April.

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