The Oracle Weekend
The Absurdist’s Advantage
Turning Mistakes into Masterpieces
What if the thing that “went wrong” is actually the most interesting thing in the scene? Inspired by absurdist theatre & surrealism, The Absurdist’s Advantage invites improvisers into a creative space where mistakes, contradictions, non-sequiturs, and unexpected impulses become the raw material for original theatrical work.
About this workshop
Rather than correcting accidents or forcing scenes to make sense, participants will learn to trust the unexpected and follow discoveries wherever they lead.
Through playful exercises and ensemble exploration, we’ll create dreamlike worlds governed by emotional logic, uncover surprising patterns, and transform confusion into inspiration.
This workshop is for improvisers who want to expand beyond conventional storytelling, embrace uncertainty, and discover the freedom, creativity, and theatrical possibility that emerge when every mistake is treated as a masterpiece in progress.
📅 Saturday 31st October
⏰ 10am - 1pm
📍 Studio Beyond, 63 Wood St, Liverpool L1 4AL
🎟️ £45
Meet your teacher
Diana Brown
Diana Brown is an improv artist, known for her grounded, emotionally rich approach. Named one of The Improv Boost’s “Sudden Impact Teachers of 2025”. Globally recognised, Diana has showcased her work at Impro Amsterdam, Liverpool Improv Festival, Vancouver Improv Festival, SF Sketchfest, Improv Fest Ireland, NYC Improv Festival, among others.
Currently, in development on a new show, Dial up Diana. Conceived/Directed by Mark Smith. Performers: Diana Brown, Lindsey McGowen. Design: Kai Jones. Step into the studio for a completely participatory theatrical experience. No scripts. No safety nets. Just host Diana Brown, a glowing telephone console, and whatever secrets you decide to drop into the midnight airwaves.