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LiF 2026 will run from May 7th to May 10th, 2026. We are excited to once again partner with the Unity Theatre and other venues to bring improvisation to the heart of Liverpool.
'LiF is a rip roaring success' North West End
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Thanks to everyone who has applied this year for LiF 2026. We have been wowed by the number and the standard of applications which has been extremely high.
Much as we would like, we unfortunately cannot make offers to everyone.
The launch of the festival will be in late January - teachers and shows. Liverpool: A City of Improv
The Liverpool Improvisation Festival (LiF) is now in its fourth year and brings the best of the world’s improvisation to Liverpool and the best of Liverpool to the world. Building on a legacy of improvisational excellence – from Ken Campbell, Improbable Theatre, Hoof! and School of Night – LiF brings the best local, national, and international talent to the heart of the city. Liverpool, recently crowned the 7th best city in the world by Timeout, will once again be the epicentre of improvised creativity. LiF fosters a spirit of innovation and risk-taking. It's a platform for performers, teachers, and creators of all levels to connect, learn, and grow. Supported by the Unity Theatre and Liverpool John Moores University, LiF 2026 promises to be an unforgettable experience. Support the festivalLiF is an independent improvisation festival. All financial support will be used to create seed funding opportunities for new improvised work.
You can make a one off donation or subscribe monthly via Patreon. Your support is gratefully received. |
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Visiting the festival
The Unity Theatre
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The Unity Theatre is located on:
1 Hope Place, Liverpool, L1 9BG Home - Unity Theatre (unitytheatreliverpool.co.uk) 0151 709 4988 Box Office Opening Hours Unity is open to the public 2 hours before show start time You are able to contact our box office at the following times: |
Via Phone: Mon – Fri, 10am – 5pm
In Venue: 2 hours before show start time You can book tickets for our shows 24/7 using the UNITY website. |
Travel, Accommodation, Food Outlets
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The Unity Theatre is a 15 minute walk from Lime street station (Mainline) and a ten minute walk from Central station (Merseyrail).
There are numerous small hotels within the area all of which are 5 minutes from the venue. There are numerous bars, coffee shops, cafes and restaurants near to the Unity theatre. There is on street pay & display parking around Hope Street. There are car parks on: – Renshaw Street (8 min walk) – Hanover Street (15 min walk) – Mount Pleasant (10 min walk) – Duke Street (10 min walk) – Lime Street Station (15 min walk) |
If you are staying overnight these are a good resource for affordable accommodation.
https://www.theatredigsbooker.com/towns/liverpool https://www.kayak.co.uk/hotels/Unity-Theatre,Liverpool,England,United-Kingdom-c17586-l26306/2024-04-18/2024-04-21/2adults?sort=distance_a |
LiF is supported by:
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