The Greatest Band That Never Was…
Jack Left Town is an entirely improvised comedy show about a made-up washed-up rock band.
The cast tell the story of the band’s meteoric rise and fall, based on nothing more than the title of their debut album suggested by the audience.
‘I had a blast… It’s a great night out!’
– David Shore (Monkey Toast)
‘Jack Left Town are incredibly funny – really smart stuff!’
– Gary Tro (The Just Us League)
‘One of the funniest and most polished nights of improv in London’
– Gemma Arrowsmith
This event is part of Measured Festival. All profits made by Forward Thought Theatre will go to charities Rethink Mental Illness and Beat. The festival comprises a roster of electric late-night preview and work-in-progress shows, presented after each performance of Emma O’Brien’s witty and moving new play Measured. Award-winning comedy, improv, spoken word and performance art celebrate mental health awareness and foster a lively and enthusiastic environment in which frank discussions about the difficulties of living with a mental health illness can be had.
Rethink Mental Illness improve the lives of people severely affected by mental illness through their network of local groups and services, expert information and successful campaigning. Their goal is to make sure everyone severely affected by mental illness has a good quality of life.
For advice and information: https://www.rethink.org
Beat are the UK’s eating disorder charity, their mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders, for both those suffering and those living alongside them.
Latecomers may not be admitted. Please arrive in good time for the start time of 9pm.
Under 18s are not permitted into the theatre for this performance.
No re-admittance once the performance has commenced. Refunds and exchanges are not available.