Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who loves improvisational comedy, I have a few creative and meaningful gift ideas that will surely bring a big smile to her face on her birthday.

1. Improv Comedy Class: Give your mom the gift of laughter and creativity by enrolling her in an improv comedy class. It would be a perfect opportunity for her to learn new skills, boost her confidence, and have fun while doing what she loves. Many cities offer introductory improv classes for beginners, and it could be a unique and exciting experience for your mom.

2. Comedy Club Experience: Treat your mom to a night out at a comedy club where she can enjoy live improv performances. Research local comedy clubs in her area and purchase tickets for a show featuring renowned improv comedians. She will love the spontaneous humor and the chance to be part of an interactive audience.

3. Improv Comedy Books: If your mom enjoys reading, consider gifting her some improv comedy books. These books can offer insights into performance techniques, inspire creativity, and provide endless laughs. Some popular recommendations include "Truth in Comedy: The Manual of Improvisation" by Charna Halpern, "Improvise: Scene from the Inside Out" by Mick Napier, and "Impro: Improvisation and the Theatre" by Keith Johnstone.

4. Comedy DVD Collection: Compile a collection of classic improv comedy shows or movies on DVD. Include iconic titles like "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" or works from renowned improvisers like "Tina Fey", "Amy Poehler", and "Mike Myers". Your mom can enjoy watching her favorite comedians in action whenever she wants and continue to draw inspiration from their performances.

5. Personalized Improv Journal: Gift your mom a personalized journal specifically designed for her to jot down her own improvisational ideas, experiences, and sketches. You can have her name or a motivational quote engraved on the cover to make it extra special. A journal can serve as a perfect tool for her to brainstorm, create characters, and develop her improv skills.

6. Customized Improv Merchandise: Search for online stores or local shops that offer customizable improv merchandise, such as t-shirts, mugs, or theater-related accessories. You can have a funny improv quote or her favorite comedian's catchphrase printed on the merchandise. It will be a thoughtful gift that allows her to proudly showcase her love for improvisational comedy.

Remember, the most important aspect of selecting a gift for your mom is to show that you truly understand her interests and passions. With any of these gift ideas, she will see how much you support her love for improvisational comedy, and she will appreciate the effort you put into finding something that resonates with her on a personal level.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”