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I had heard about this show for a long time before I finally went to see it. It went far beyond what I expected of it, and my expectations were high after hearing so many people going on about it for years! It felt like just what we need in this world right now – high quality entertainment which makes you laugh so much everything hurts afterwards, in a good way. But the actors are not afraid to have tender moments too, and I have gone ‘Aww!’ and sighed and gasped along with the rest of the audience. It is so incredible the way they keep the story flowing, they really are on the top of their game and I am really proud to live in the city where a show like this could happen. Anarchic. Hilarious. Flipping amazing.
Bianca Williams, audience
I was able to see Closer Each Day: The Improvised Soap Opera when I was visiting Bristol, and it blew me away. I live in the USA and so am really pleased they are now on Patreon and I can watch them online from all the way over here. It feels like a part of me can still be in Bristol, laughing my socks off, surrounded by people having a good time. And that is a very nice feeling.
Nola Bobsin, Patreon supporter
It has been a joy to be a part of Closer Each Day. It is fast moving, unpredictable and the best fun. The insanely talented cast welcomed me into the fictional world that is Newtown and have encouraged me to play. With fortnightly workshops to practice and develop our skill base, to hone our creative craft ready to present to our audiences, audiences who whoop with delight at the audacity of the storylines and plot twists. Each show is a surprise and a treat.
Leah Fletcher, new cast member
Unique and the cast appear to be enjoying themselves as much as the audience!
Audience Survey, June 2026
Unique and the cast appear to be enjoying themselves as much as the audience!
Audience Survey, June 2026
Everything about the show is novel, fun, and engaging. I love all the characters and the madcap situations that arise. I dream of being in a show like this! My favourite bit is noticing when the actors are trying not to laugh out loud at the unexpected and
hilarious things happening.
Audience Survey, June 2026
Love seeing how familiar characters behave and interact on encountering bizarre news or situations. Love the improv ‘anything could happen’ unpredictability. Actors are all great. It’s funny!
Audience Survey, June 2026
Watching a group of hugely talented performers who know each other inside out is an absolute joy!
Audience Survey, June 2026
The acting, the humour, the improv! I love how the characters bounce off each other and use snippets gleaned from others scenes to add to their delivery and plot development. Clever and hilarious! It’s so brilliant and I’m really invested in the characters!
Audience Survey, June 2026
Fresh and exciting. A sense of a real creative experience unfolding with a cast that responds to the live audience
Audience Survey, June 2026
I came away with positive feelings, it was funny, chaotic, unique and I felt part of a unique experience. I felt close to the action as it was unfolding and I’d definitely see the show again when next in Bristol.
Audience Survey, June 2026
The cast are incredibly talented and the interaction between characters is amazing
Audience Survey, June 2026
Absolutely love the show – a great tonic and uplifting start to the week
Audience Survey, June 2026
These actors’ improv skills are the best I’ve ever seen!
Audience Survey, June 2026
I only found you at the end of Season 30, but I’m so glad I did! Thank you for making the world a happier place.
Audience Survey, June 2026
It’s an incredibly rare thing in the theatre world to get to really live and breathe a character – to find out who they are and what makes them tick for more than just a couple of hours. Guesting and then joining the super talented and wonderfully warm cast of Closer Each Day has been the biggest performing highlight for me to date. The show is equal parts genius, joyous, bonkers and heartfelt: everything you could want from a soap and so much more. Mondays have since become my favourite day of the week.
Tara Judah, new cast member