Intermediate Shortform Improv Course (202) w/ TBC Improv UK - Spring '26

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) (or proof of equivalent)AND
• Introduction to Longform Improv (102) (or proof of equivalent of the above)
• Suggested also Intermediate Improv (201)
• Ages 16+

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 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:

Wednesday evenings 6:30pm-9:00pm

• May 13, 20, 27
• Jun 3, 10, 17, 24
• Jul 1, 8 (class showcase)

Prices:

£175 early bird (up to 22 April) /£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 16+. 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!