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Maidstone Improv Festival

Event Overview

Maidstone Improv Festival

19th - 21st September

Maidstone, Kent

Mission Statement: Join us at the Maidstone Improv Festival to celebrate creativity, spontaneity, and community. Our mission is to bring people together through the art of improvisation, fostering laughter and connection. Dive into a week of unscripted fun, learn from talented performers, and experience the joy of live, unplanned comedy. Let's create unforgettable moments together!


Festival Highlights

Performances: Multiple improv troupes putting on shows in locations across the town, including the Exchange Studio, Maidstone Museum, and Craft Brewed.


Workshops: Workshops for kids and adults at the Exchange Studio on Saturday 20th September

Schedule

All shows and workshops are scheduled here:


Schedule

Our Performers

Organisers

Christopher Riley - Creative Director

The Maidstone Improv Festival is being organised by Christopher Riley. Christopher runs County Town Improv, Maidstone's only comedy class and regular improv comedy show. He trained with Seamus Allen at What's The Game?, and Alexander McWilliam at Mad Monkey Improv in Reading, before starting County Town Improv in 2023 following a move back to Kent. 


Christopher is being supported by the County Town Improv team, who will be performing in several shows across the week, as well as facilitating workshops and being just general all-round brilliant people.


He can be contacted at hello@maidstoneimprovfestival.com

Funding

UK Shared Prosperity Fund

 This project is funded by the UK Government through the  UK Shared Prosperity Fund.


 The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the  UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for  local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and  increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place,  supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit  UK Shared Prosperity Fund: prospectus - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Press Accreditation

Maidstone Improv Festival Set to Bring Laughter and Creativity to the County Town This September

 

 

Accreditation Details

Press Passes: Application Information

Eligibility Criteria

Press passes are available to:

Journalists affiliated with recognized media outlets

Photographers who can provide a portfolio of live events


Application Process

To apply for a press pass, please email hello@maidstoneimprovfestival.com. Include the following information:

A valid ID

Proof of media affiliation (for journalists)

A portfolio of live event photography (for photographers)


Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 30th August 2025. Late applications will not be considered.


Approval Process

Applicants will be notified of their application status by 7th September 2024. Approval is based on relevance, reach, and alignment with the festival's goals.


Press Pass Benefits

Press pass holders will enjoy:

Access to all festival events

Priority seating at performances

Opportunities to interview performers and organizers


Terms and Conditions

Press pass holders must adhere to the festival's code of conduct. Photography and video recording are permitted only in designated areas. Coverage of the festival is expected to be published within two weeks of the event.


Contact Information

For any questions or assistance with the application process, please contact our Media Relations team at hello@maidstoneimprovfestival.com.

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