Classes

Unlock your creativity and boost your communication & social skills with an improv class! Whether you want to enhance your interpersonal skills, build self-confidence, or strengthen teamwork and emotional intelligence, improv theater offers it all - in the most fun way possible!
Plus, you'll make new friends in a supportive, international community!

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About our classes:

Our students are mostly non-native English speakers, so don’t worry if you are no Shakespeare. You also don’t need previous stage experience or be “funny” (but you may discover that you actually are…). Improv is a team activity where all kinds of personal qualities complement each other.

You can skip single sessions, but we encourage regular attendance. Some classes have passes for a reduced number of sessions on offer. Outside of that, we do not offer discounts or prorated fees for partial attendance or late sign-ups
There are on average 8-14 people in our classes. The age range is quite varied, from 16 to 66+.
You get plenty of playing time, and we do a lot of group, pair and trio work.
We give discounts for full time students and people on low incomes (need a Kulturlegi) to make improv course accessible to everyone.

At the end of each course, there is an opportunity for students to perform in a public showcase if they wish.

Improv Taster - waiting list only

Next date: 21 October, 7.00 - 9.00 pm
Location: QR Bullinger, Room “Sous-Sol”, Bullingerstr. 9

A fun and playful taster session for newbies in a supportive & playful atmosphere.
After some group warmups we will do creative exercises and play improv games.

NB: This is the first night of the Level 1 class. You can just sign up below, show up on the night, and bring 20 CHF in cash.
If you do continue, you will be asked to pay the normal level 1 course fee in addition. If you know already that you will continue, please buy the Level 1 class instead.
There is currently a waiting list for the taster, but if you sign up for the entire course Level 1 (see below), you can still get a place.

Fee: 20 CHF

For all levels: Playing with Character (in Improv Theatre) - LATE ENTRY POSSIBLE

8x Wednesdays, 19.00 - 21.00 h

October 23rd - December 11th

Location: Rampe 70, Hermetschloostr. 70
Teacher: Adri
Showcase: 6th December

For people who want to experiment with playing different characters outside their "normal persona". No previous experience required!

An improv course focused on character development and stage presence! Dive deep into creating characters over eight weeks, allowing you to explore new dimensions and shift perspectives. Each week, we will focus on different techniques such as voice modulation, physicality, and emotional range to help you create dynamic characters and try out all the weird stuff you always wanted to.

Participants are offered the option of being part of the student show on December 6th if they wish.

Just try it out once?
If you are unsure whether you want to do the entire course, you can come on the first night and bring 20 CHF in cash.
In this case, you need to write to us
If you continue, you will be asked to pay the entire class price.

get your place

Level 1 (Improv Elementary) - The Basics - SOLD OUT

8x Mondays, 19.00 - 21.00h

October 21st - December 9th

Location: QR Bullinger, Sous-Sol, Bullingerstr. 9
Teacher: Bernie

No previous experience required.
This class covers the basics of improv and is all about playful discovery.
Perfect if you want to give improv a go and have fun, develop self-confidence, teamwork and creativity.
Get to know a group of like-minded friendly beginners.

You will learn and practise:

creativity & playfulness
confidence on stage
emotional intelligence in a scenic relationship
the ABCD of Improv
successfully develop an idea with a partner
simple short form improv games, as seen in Theatersports shows

Upon completion of this class you can continue with level 2 in January.

Course fee: 380 CHF (360 Early Bird)
Students/Kulturlegi: 250 CHF (please provide student ID/Legi on first course day)

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Level 2 (Improv Intermediate) - The Impro Scene

Tuesdays, 19.00 - 21.00 h

September 3rd - December 3rd (12 weeks, no class weeks 41 & 42)

Location: GZ Buchegg
Teacher: Bernie et al.
Showcase: 6th December

For Level 1 graduates or for people with some previous theatre experience.
Here we specifically work on the dynamics of the improv scene and learn different approaches.
We review and practise the building blocks of a successful scene.
We also look at how comedy works and how to play it in improvised theatre.

Students can participate in a public show at the end - take the fun to a new level!

Scenic structure
Collaboration
Play with status
Comedy technique
Outside-in vs. inside-out technique
Backline support
Theatre games (“short form games”)

Level 5 (Improv Uni) - Long Form Storytelling - SOLD OUT

Thursdays 19.00 - 21.00

September 5th - December 5th (12 weeks, no class weeks 41 & 42)

Location: GZ Buchegg
Teacher: Bernie et al.
Showcase: tba

This course is an exploration of long form improv formats.
We look at building entire stories as a group and we train sets of connected scenes.
We learn how and when and how to edit a scene, how to find comedic or dramatic premise.
There will be a showcase where students can perform.
Prerequisite is the successful completion of Storylabor Level 3 class, or similar experience.

The Speaking Body

Currently not offered. Sign up to our Newsletter or follow us on Instagram to hear when it will be.

A taster session in a different form of impro. Use the body instead of words. Come and experience Heinz’ unique approach to improvised theater.

All forms of his Japanese theater work are based on the construction of a “series of opposites”.
We start with a basic training for this topic and participants can work out their personal themes.
The basis is always the body, the body in an empty space, the field of tension between body to body.
Bring clothing that allows for movement.

Coach: Heinz

Cost: 20 CHF (Students & Kulturlegi: 10 CHF)

Level 1 Weekend Course (improv elementary)