Kickstart the New Year - Get Creative and Confident!

Sat Jan 03 2026 at 01:30 pm to 03:00 pm UTC+00:00

The Umbrella Rooms | London

Sprout Ideas
Publisher/HostSprout Ideas
Kickstart the New Year - Get Creative and Confident!
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Begin the year by meeting new people in a relaxed, experiential session exploring creativity through games, exercises, and conversation.
About this Event

Kickstart the New Year - Get Creative and Confident!


Start the year with 90 minutes of fun, developing your creativity and meeting new people!

Kickstart the New Year is an in-person session designed to help you feel more confident, think more creatively, and connect with others — without pressure or performance.

Through simple, playful storytelling and improvisation exercises in pairs and small groups, you’ll explore new ways of communicating, sharing ideas, and responding in the moment. Everything is gently guided, low-stakes, and designed to be inclusive.

Expect a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of laughter, and practical takeaways.

If you’re curious, open-minded, and up for trying something different, you’ll fit right in.

No experience needed. Just bring yourself.

VENUE: The Umbrella Rooms, 241 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8EH

This session will be led by Dave Bourn founder of Sprout Ideas, who teaches improvisation, devising, and creativity at University. Dave got a degree in Computer Science before changing careers and has been teaching improv since 2002.


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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Age

Suitable for adults (18+).


Timing & Arrival

The session lasts 90 minutes and may occasionally run 5–10 minutes over.

Please aim to arrive on time, as late arrivals can be disruptive to the group and may not be able to join once the session has started.


Food & Drink

No food is provided during the session.

You are welcome to bring a bottle of water.

Nearby cafés, pubs, and food outlets are available before and after the event.


Parking & Transport

Public transport is recommended where possible.


Venue & Facilities

Toilets are available on site.


Dress Code & Health Considerations

Please wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement.

The session is low-contact and non-strenuous.

Participants are encouraged to look after their own comfort and step out if needed.

Please do not attend if you are feeling unwell.


Accessibility

If you have any access needs or concerns, please contact the organiser in advance and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Umbrella Rooms, Shaftesbury Avenue, London, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 11.55

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