Improvisation Classes - Level 1


A beginner improvisation course using games, exercises and short-form scene work to introduce core techniques in a small group.
About this course
The course introduces foundational improvisation through games, structured exercises and short-form scenes. Participants practise responding in the moment, active listening, clear communication and expressive physical work while creating scenes with classmates.
What you'll learn
- Apply fundamental improvisation techniques in exercises and scenes
- Use active listening and clear responses when working with others
- Develop quick thinking through short-form games and scene work
- Use the body expressively and build physical awareness
- Work collaboratively as part of an improvisation ensemble
Is this course right for you?
The course is designed for complete beginners, with no previous performance experience required. Participants work in a small group, and performance exercises take place within the class rather than before a public audience.
- Suitable for learners with no previous performance experience
- Includes collaborative work with classmates
- Performance exercises remain within the class
Before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement.
- No special equipment is needed.
Class teachers



Alasdair Hankinson
Class teacher
Drew McCreadie
Class teacher
Gabriel Akamo
Class teacher
Richard Winsor
Class teacher
Vera Chok
Class teacher
Warren Rusher
Class teacher
Where this course runs
Belsize Park
View venue details ›Covent Garden
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Upcoming classes
20 classes
Selected date
Fri 13 Nov 2026
18:15 – 20:15 • 6 weeks
£180
City Academy, Farringdon
Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
13 Nov 2026 Fridays | 18:15 - 20:15 | Short course6 weeks | RitaSuszek | City AcademyFarringdon | £180.00 | Book now |
17 Nov 2026 Tuesdays | 19:55 - 21:25 | Short course8 weeks | DrewMcCreadie | WAC Arts | £180.00 | |
8 Dec 2026 Tuesdays | 18:05 - 19:35 | Short course8 weeks | WarrenRusher | City AcademyFarringdon | £180.00 | |
4 Jan 2027 Mondays | 19:45 - 21:15 | Short course8 weeks | AdamHypki | City AcademyFarringdon | £180.00 | |
7 Jan 2027 Thursdays | 18:10 - 19:40 | Short course8 weeks | WarrenRusher | City AcademyFarringdon | £180.00 | |
8 Jan 2027 Fridays | 19:45 - 21:15 | Short course8 weeks | DrewMcCreadie | City AcademyFarringdon | £180.00 | |
12 Jan 2027 Tuesdays | 19:45 - 21:15 | Short course8 weeks | WarrenRusher | City AcademyFarringdon | £180.00 | |
21 Jan 2027 Thursdays | 19:40 - 21:10 | Short course8 weeks | GabrielAkamo | Church of the NazareneClapham Junction | £180.00 | |
26 Jan 2027 Tuesdays | 19:55 - 21:25 | Short course8 weeks | RitaSuszek | WAC Arts | £180.00 | |
3 Feb 2027 Wednesdays | 19:45 - 21:15 | Short course8 weeks | GabrielAkamo | Umbrella Rooms | £180.00 |

Tue 17 Nov, 19:55 - 21:25
8 weeks8 weeksTue 19:55£180DrewMcCreadieWAC ArtsTue 8 Dec, 18:05 - 19:35
8 weeks8 weeksTue 18:05£180WarrenRusherCity AcademyMon 4 Jan, 19:45 - 21:15
8 weeks8 weeksMon 19:45£180
AdamHypkiCity Academy
Thu 7 Jan, 18:10 - 19:40
8 weeks8 weeksThu 18:10£180WarrenRusherCity AcademyFri 8 Jan, 19:45 - 21:15
8 weeks8 weeksFri 19:45£180DrewMcCreadieCity AcademyTue 12 Jan, 19:45 - 21:15
8 weeks8 weeksTue 19:45£180WarrenRusherCity AcademyThu 21 Jan, 19:40 - 21:10
8 weeks8 weeksThu 19:40£180GabrielAkamoChurch of the NazareneTue 26 Jan, 19:55 - 21:25
8 weeks8 weeksTue 19:55£180
RitaSuszekWAC Arts
Wed 3 Feb, 19:45 - 21:15
8 weeks8 weeksWed 19:45£180GabrielAkamoUmbrella Rooms

