An 8-class intermediate course to level up your shortform improv—strengthen game mechanics, hosting & play to the top of your intelligence.

Overview

202: Intermediate Shortform is an 8-class course that sharpens your instincts, expands your game vocabulary, and teaches you how to play shortform with precision, creativity, and confidence. You’ll explore more advanced games, deepen your understanding of structure and strategy, and learn how to make fast-paced scenes both smart and surprising.

This course is all about playing to your full potential—honing timing, strengthening choices, and developing the stagecraft to thrive under pressure.

Note: This class has an optional graduation performance. See dates listed below.

Key course topics:

Hosting & Game Setup

Status & Power Dynamics in Games

Justification & Logic Under Pressure

Guessing Games & Clever Communication

High-Energy & Physical Games

Story & Narrative Games

Wordplay, Rhyming & Language Games

Building a Show: Variety, Flow & Audience Focus

Pre-requisites:

Introduction to Improv (101)

Introduction to Longform Improv (102)

Intermediate Improv (201)

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 - Advancedetc.

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

This class series is in our intermediate 200 series, and will be taking you through some more complex concepts and formats of shortform.

Your teacher:

Gregor (he/him) is a professional classically trained actor who has studied, taught and worked all over the UK. His performance range spans everything from Shakespeare's protagonists to "that background tree". He brings an inclusive and kind nature to teaching and you will leave every class with an a-ha moment!

Class Dates and Times:

Monday evenings 6:30pm-9:00pm

May 10, 17, 24

Jun 7, 14, 21, 28

Jul 5

Jul 9 Friday night class showcase

(Note: no class 31st May)

Prices:

£175 early bird (up to 1 month prior to course start) /£195

Enrolment requires proof of prerequisite training. If you studied elsewhere, contact us with your experience — we’ll confirm your eligibility.

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."

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 18+. All are welcome, no previous improv experience required.

Bring your own water bottle to refill on premesis.

Come ready to learn and hone your craft!

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