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An Intensive Introduction to Improvisation
DATE Saturday 19th April 2025
TIME 10am-5:30pm (Including lunch and 2 coffee breaks)
LEVEL All levels
COST £99 / £79 concessions (Students, unemployed or on low income – bring evidence of concessionary status)
AGES 18+
GROUP SIZE Maximum 16
LOCATION Theatre/White Room
TITLE: “An intensive Introduction to Improvisation”
Tutor
Dave Bourn –Improvisation & devising tutor at the Court Theatre
Dave has been improvising for over 25 years. He has directed and performed in multiple improv show formats and directed shows by comedians Chris McCausland, Stephen K Amos, Felix Dexter and Phil Nichol. The last of which was also nominated for the Perrier award. He has written for many comedians and sketch shows.
DETAILS:
Become more creative, spontaneous, and confident on this fun one-day introduction to the basics of improvisation
This session aims to develop creativity, spontaneity, and the ability to think on one’s feet.
Learn to listen and respond in the moment, build skills in active listening, teamwork, and increase trust in your own ability to deal with the unexpected.
You’ll learn plenty of improv games, the beginning of scene building, and how to deal with failure and your internal critic.
The day is designed to be 100% practical with most of the work in pairs or small groups.
WHO IS THIS COURSE SUITABLE FOR?
- This session is suitable for complete beginners or performers who would like to refresh all the basic skills
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Participants must be over 18
- Participants should have a confident use of the English language.
WILL THERE BE ANYTHING I NEED TO PREPARE BEFORE THE COURSE STARTS?
- Wear comfortable clothing.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?
- The fee covers the cost of your tuition for the times advertised above and any materials essential to the course
I HAVE A DISABILITY OR ACCESS REQUIREMENT – CAN I JOIN THE CLASS?
- We try to make reasonable adjustments to our training where possible. However, most of our courses are highly practical, and many involve movement including work on the floor. You may also be asked to read from various texts. If you have access requirements and/or require more information on access, facilities and whether this course is appropriate for you please email us info@courttheatre.org.uk