Comedy improvisation

About this course

Participants explore essential improvisation techniques through theatre sports games and exercises focused on comedy situations. The course includes practice in responding to instructions and feedback, communicating during discussion and drama activities, and performing in improvised scenarios. Teaching combines group, pair and individual work, with activities designed to develop spontaneity and responsiveness in performance. The course is intended for people new to improvisation, while also offering experienced participants a chance to practise playfulness and working in the moment.

What you'll learn

• Apply essential improvisation skills through theatre sports games.
• Develop comedy situations in improvised scenarios.
• Perform in a range of improvised scenarios.
• Respond to instructions and feedback during drama practice.

Is this course right for you?

The course welcomes learners who are new to improvisation and can also serve as practice for more experienced participants. Participation involves cooperating with others and working individually, in pairs and in groups. Some activities may be physically rigorous.

• Suitable for learners new to improvisation as well as more experienced participants.
• Requires participation in collaborative drama activities.
• May include periods of rigorous physical activity.

Before you go

• Wear comfortable clothing that allows freedom of movement and soft shoes.
• The tutor may record learners' images for initial and ongoing assessment; participation in recording is optional.