Introduction to Shortform Improv Course (102) - Fall Term

Overview

Ever since the explosion of TV show "Who's Line is it Anyway?", the short-form style of improv (consisting of short scenes combining audience suggestions, improviser talents and pre-selected rules) has become synonymous with improv comedy. Though by no means the only style of improv, it is one that TBC Improv specialises in and this course will teach you the techniques behind it.

Each class in the 8-week course will explore a particular genre of game: what games fall into the category, what skills they use and techniques for performing scenes within them. Become familiar with new games and reacquainted with old favourites!

This course is ideally aimed at: those with some basic improv training and wishing to expand further; those who wish to specialise in short-form improv; performers with long-form background/experience wishing to become more relaxed and familiar with short-form improv.

Class Topics

• General improv basics (refresher)
• Naive Games
• Character & Scene Games
• Restricted Games
• Mime & Physical Games
• Musical & Rhyming Games
• Audience Participation Games
• The Games List (or "How To Choose What To Play")

Pre-requisite:

• Introduction to Improv (101) (or proof of equivalent)

Dates and Times:

Thursday evenings, 7:30-10:00pm
Sep 4, 11, 18, 25
Oct 9, 16, 23, 30
(Note: No class Oct 2)

Our TBC Course Structure Explained:
Our courses and classes have 2 defining numbers. The first number defines the level.
100 series - Introductory
200 series - Intermediate
300 series - Advanced
etc.
Then the 01, 02, 03 etc. defines the type of class.
101 Intro to Improv (building blocks) |102 Intro to Shortform |103 Intro to Longform

What have our students said about our classes?

" A part of me didn't want it to finish. It was such great experience and it really helped me to explore the different area of my brain."

" Thanks for the 101 it was so muchlies fun."

" Really so grateful that I hopped in - the learning has been great and this has been some much needed joy, silliness and connection with new pals."

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Logistics:

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early - we will start on time.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes as we will stand and be active.

Ages 16+. All are welcome, no previous improv experience required.

Bring your own water bottle, there is no water available at the premises.

Come ready to learn and hone your craft!