Who?
Meet David
David began improvising in 2009 at Edinburgh Uni where he was part of long-standing troupe The Improverts. David subsequently taught improv in London at The Free Association and was a member of veteran FA House Team The Cartel.
In 2022 he created solo improv show David Elms Describes A Room, which has gone on to sell out runs at London’s Soho Theatre and the Edinburgh fringe.
In 2024, David founded leapday as a place to share his approach to long-form improv with students. The approach is characterised by playfulness, comfort, and a preference for behaviour over debate.
In 2025, leapday partnered with Seven Dials Playhouse and is now based in the heart of London's West End.
In 2026, leapday partnered with Clown Lab Ldn to begin providing opportunities for clowning, with sessions every single Wednesday.
Outside of improv, David has acted on TV, radio, and the West End stage. He is also an experienced, CIPD-qualified learning designer and facilitator, and has designed and run workshops for places like EY, Accenture, HSBC, Deloitte, The Bank of England, Johnson & Johnson, Morgan Stanley, Ocado, Clifford Chance, and Lego.
What?
leapday runs a variety of live in-person sessions
Workshops
Deep-dive workshops helping participants explore and practise specific elements of long-form improv.
Jams
Monthly improv jams with guidance from an improv veteran and time for a drink after! There is no audience other than the other improvisers.
Courses
Our 8-wk course aims to simplify long-form improv by focusing on comfort and ease.
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Clowning
Clown Lab Ldn runs Game Nights on a Wednesday. These are a chance to play games and practise clowning in a friendly and inclusive space.
Singalongs
Relaxed singalongs around a piano with help from a friendly choir leader and time for a drink after! ALL LEVELS WELCOME!
Shows
A monthly showcase of the best and most exciting improv comedy happening in London, in the heart of the West End. See established improvisers alongside up-and-comers in this lively and playful night.
