London improv comedy shows made up on the spot
The League of Improv is Damian Arnold's monthly live comedy night at Phoenix Arts Club, where a sharp ensemble and guest comics turn audience suggestions into hilarious scenes, characters, and games. No scripts. No two shows the same. Just big laughs in the West End.
Don't worry, neither do we.
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What They're Saying
“A hilarious night out that will leave your belly aching from all that laughter.”
West End Best Friend
“This collaborative approach ensures that the show is more than just a performance — it’s an interactive, participatory experience, where the audience helps shape the comedy in real-time.”
This Week Culture
“Together, Damian, the improvisors, and guest comedians create a dynamic, high-energy performance that blends professional skill with audience participation.”
Beyond The Joke
How The Show Works
You bring the suggestions. Damian Arnold, the League ensemble, and the guest comic build the show live.
Audience Suggestions
Each night starts with prompts from the room: strange scenarios, character ideas, throwaway words, and whatever else people shout out.
Instant Collaboration
The cast turns those suggestions into fast, unscripted scenes, games, and characters in real time, keeping the show loose, sharp, and unpredictable.
New Guests Every Time
Rotating guest comedians drop their own energy into the mix, so every show lands differently even if you come back month after month.
Where & When — Soho's Phoenix Arts Club
The League of Improv is performed at Phoenix Arts Club, a historic Soho venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and Central London location. Just minutes from Leicester Square and Tottenham Court Road, it's the perfect setting for a night of drinks, laughter, and live unscripted comedy.
Rotating Guest Comedians — Each Show Is Unique
One of the highlights of The League of Improv is its rotating guest comedians, who join Damian and the improvisors for each performance. These performers bring their own style, wit, and crowd engagement skills, ensuring that no two shows are ever the same.
London Improv Show FAQs
Where is the show?
The League of Improv is at Phoenix Arts Club, 1 Phoenix St, London WC2H 8BU, a few minutes from Tottenham Court Road.
What kind of show is it?
It is a live improv comedy night built from audience suggestions, fast games, guest hosts, and scenes created in the moment.
How long does it last?
The show runs for around 90 minutes with a short break, making it an easy central London night out.