Electronic art: Kai Jones
Nuts and Bolts of Producing
Putting on a show can be daunting, but the right approach makes the process both smooth and rewarding.
Join Mark Smith—seasoned producer and Co-Founder of LIF—as he shares essential strategies for success. Drawing on his experience touring work across the UK, Europe, and beyond, Mark provides practical tips on planning, organising, and promoting your work, whether you’re running your own night or performing on the festival circuit.
Developing and producing original work is a vital skill for any ambitious ensemble. This session equips you with a practical roadmap to the production process, replacing uncertainty with the confidence to launch your own projects.
You'll learn how to:
Each participant will receive a digital resource pack containing:
This insightful exploration offers valuable insights for both seasoned improvisers and aspiring artists alike who are looking to develop their own shows.
Join Mark Smith—seasoned producer and Co-Founder of LIF—as he shares essential strategies for success. Drawing on his experience touring work across the UK, Europe, and beyond, Mark provides practical tips on planning, organising, and promoting your work, whether you’re running your own night or performing on the festival circuit.
Developing and producing original work is a vital skill for any ambitious ensemble. This session equips you with a practical roadmap to the production process, replacing uncertainty with the confidence to launch your own projects.
You'll learn how to:
- Prioritise tasks: Identify key steps and allocate time effectively.
- Optimise your energy: Focus on the most impactful activities.
- Create a successful event: Implement a step-by-step checklist.
- Level Up Your Social Media Game: Develop a social media plan that aligns with your shows goals.
Each participant will receive a digital resource pack containing:
- A step-by-step guide to producing a show
- A budgeting template (Excel spreadsheet)
- Information on setting up a dedicated show bank account
- Links to additional resources and examples
- Share copywriting tips to effectively promote your work
- Show images to effectively promote your work
This insightful exploration offers valuable insights for both seasoned improvisers and aspiring artists alike who are looking to develop their own shows.
- Sunday, 26th of July| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (GMT)
- £5 + booking fee
- Online
- Limited to 12 participants
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Images by Chris Sparkes (Oxford Improv Festival 2026) & Diana Brown (Impro Amsterdam 2026)
Participant testimonials:
"I found Mark's course an incredible experience. He holds a wonderful balance between structure, information and play, which is seamless. As I was developing skills I was also developing confidence and facing performance fears gave me the ability to take risks outside of the sessions. If you're thinking about doing it but feel a bit unsure, just go for it!" (Su Jackson)
"I had so much fun with Wing It Impro. Even though everyone attending had different levels of experience with improvisation, it was a really great environment for learning and experimenting. Mark is very knowledgeable on all things impro and his passion for it is quite infectious. I would definitely recommend this course for anyone with an interest in improvisation and building their confidence through performance." (Kate Mulvihill)
"Mark is great at explaining things, he works you out and what makes you tick" (Sonia Sidje)
"I found Mark's course an incredible experience. He holds a wonderful balance between structure, information and play, which is seamless. As I was developing skills I was also developing confidence and facing performance fears gave me the ability to take risks outside of the sessions. If you're thinking about doing it but feel a bit unsure, just go for it!" (Su Jackson)
"I had so much fun with Wing It Impro. Even though everyone attending had different levels of experience with improvisation, it was a really great environment for learning and experimenting. Mark is very knowledgeable on all things impro and his passion for it is quite infectious. I would definitely recommend this course for anyone with an interest in improvisation and building their confidence through performance." (Kate Mulvihill)
"Mark is great at explaining things, he works you out and what makes you tick" (Sonia Sidje)