AUDITIONS

When?

Our auditions for 2025/26 will be held this Autumn!

You don't need to prepare anything, and you don't need any experience! Even if you've never done improv before, we want to see you!

There's no need to book a slot – just turn up at one of the times below and bring yourself, some water and bags of enthusiasm.

Dates: Wednesday 15th October & Thursday 16th October 2025

Times: 6.30-8pm or at 8.30-10pm (on both days)

Location: Wesley Memorial Church, New Inn Hall Street, Oxford, OX1 2DH

Keep the evening of Friday 17th October free in case you are invited for callbacks.

Please arrive 15 mins before your chosen timeslot to fill out your contact details and chat to a few of our Imps!

Get more details of the auditions from our social media channels or join our mailing list using the link above to receive updates.

STAGE IMPS
Performers on stage

We hold open auditions once a year for stage performers. Absolutely anyone can audition - anyone!  Students, locals, whatever age, whatever experience.

WHAT ARE THE AUDITIONS LIKE?

We hold group auditions in which we play a few fun games with all of you and encourage you to feel as relaxed and as comfortable as possible. We are proud of how unintimidating our auditions are. 

We look for performers who support others on stage, who are committed to what happens on stage, and who want to have fun.  It is surprising how much further qualities like this will go in the auditions, as opposed to wittiness or an ability for gags. We think good improv comes from a good team, and we look for team members in our auditions.

OFF-STAGE IMPS
Musicians, Tech and Production 

Just as the comedy is improvised, so too is the tech and piano.  We welcome anyone to audition who feels confident they can improvise music and tech for live performances.

WHAT ARE THE AUDITIONS LIKE?  

For musicians, the audition involves improvised piano playing while some stage Imps perform.  The stage Imps' work is to provide the action, your music can be expected to underscore, support and enhance the scene.

For tech Imps, the audition is an informal meeting to discuss your previous experience (if any– experience is not expected!).

We’re one of the best-run theatre companies in Oxford, and that takes a lot of help. Front-of-house and production positions can be available year-round. If you’re looking for front-of-house opportunities, email us.

Tech, music, and front-of-house, production Imps are all vital to the company and we are always on the lookout to increase our Fam-IMP-ly!