Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv

Our popular introductory course, appropriate for all newcomers to The Improv Conspiracy Theatre – by the end of 8 sessions you'll be ready to perform our signature blend of improv for your friends and family

This level is designed to introduce you to The Improv Conspiracy's approach to long form improvised comedy. No prior acting or improv experience is required.

Each class session starts with some fun warm-up exercises designed to help you to get a bit silly and to bond with your classmates.

After the warm-up you'll move onto some enjoyable exercises designed to help you learn some of the basic skills we use when doing improvised scenes on stage.

After the exercises there will be time for you to perform open-ended scenes. This is where the real magic happens! You'll be asked to call on that day's lesson, plus anything you've worked on during the prior weeks.

By the end of the 8 weeks you'll be capable of creating and sustaining interesting and entertaining 3-minute scenes that are completely improvised. Your class will then put on a 30-minute long improvised show for your friends and family, featuring a blend of truthful storytelling and improv scenes inspired by the stories!

Specific Skills and Topics Covered:

- An introduction to the core tenets of improvisation: agreement, listening, commitment & support

- Truth in comedy: how to use truthful storytelling as a way to generate interesting ideas for comedic scenes

- You are enough: the power of playing characters similar to yourself in a comedic scene. What would you say in real life? It's probably the right thing to say here!

- How to create and play an intelligent character with a stong point of view (POV)

- How to flesh out your characters with rich history and philosophy

And more!

Recent feedback from Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv students:

"I really enjoyed the Level 1 class and loved the instructor for her expertise and knowledge of improv. It was very fun and life-changing class." Varun S.
"I came to level 1 hoping to put myself on a weird learning curve, get some creativity back into my life, challenge myself and spend more time with creative people. Nailed it! I dunno if our group just happened to be super legendary, but I feel like I've made some great friends over the last couple of months. Improv nights have been a real bright spot in my week." Loz B.
"I recommend the Level 1 workshop to anyone and everyone - whether the outcome is a new hobby of improv or skills to take away for daily life, it is so worth every second and every penny of your time and money! I'm in love with improv now, and the community here at The Improv Conspiracy Theatre. I also feel so lucky to have had my class with the best people in Melbourne that I would not have found without improv." Madeleine T.

Upcoming Workshops Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv


 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1a 2024 - Monday

Monday, January 8
6:30–9:30pm
TBA
Theory Bar (Ground Floor) – Front Room

Info & Bookings  
Hurry, only 6 spaces remaining!

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1a 2024 - Wednesday

Wednesday, January 10
6:30–9:30pm
TBA
The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio

Info & Bookings  
Hurry, only 4 spaces remaining!

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1a 2024 - Saturday

Saturday, January 13
3–6pm
TBA
The Improv Conspiracy Theatre - Lobby

Info & Bookings  
Hurry, only 3 spaces remaining!

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1b 2024 - Monday

Monday, February 5
6:30–9:30pm
TBA
The Improv Conspiracy Theatre - Lobby

Info & Bookings  

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1b 2024 - Tuesday

Tuesday, February 6
6:30–9:30pm
TBA
Theory Bar (Ground Floor) – Front Room

Info & Bookings  

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1b 2024 - Saturday

Saturday, February 10
11:30am–2:30pm
TBA
The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio

Info & Bookings  

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 2a 2024 - Tuesday

Tuesday, March 5
6:30–9:30pm
TBA
The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio

Info & Bookings  

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 2a 2024 - Wednesday

Wednesday, March 6
6:30–9:30pm
TBA
The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio

Info & Bookings  

 Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 2a 2024 - Saturday

Saturday, March 9
11:30am–2:30pm
TBA
Theory Bar (Ground Floor) – Front Room

Info & Bookings  

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  Upcoming Workshops Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv


Name   Start Date & Time   Instructor(s)   Location
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1a 2024 - Monday Monday, January 8
6:30–9:30pm
TBA Theory Bar (Ground Floor) – Front Room Info & Bookings  
Hurry, only 6 spaces remaining!
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1a 2024 - Wednesday Wednesday, January 10
6:30–9:30pm
TBA The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio Info & Bookings  
Hurry, only 4 spaces remaining!
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1a 2024 - Saturday Saturday, January 13
3–6pm
TBA The Improv Conspiracy Theatre - Lobby Info & Bookings  
Hurry, only 3 spaces remaining!
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1b 2024 - Monday Monday, February 5
6:30–9:30pm
TBA The Improv Conspiracy Theatre - Lobby Info & Bookings  
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1b 2024 - Tuesday Tuesday, February 6
6:30–9:30pm
TBA Theory Bar (Ground Floor) – Front Room Info & Bookings  
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 1b 2024 - Saturday Saturday, February 10
11:30am–2:30pm
TBA The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio Info & Bookings  
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 2a 2024 - Tuesday Tuesday, March 5
6:30–9:30pm
TBA The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio Info & Bookings  
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 2a 2024 - Wednesday Wednesday, March 6
6:30–9:30pm
TBA The Improv Conspiracy Training Annex - Studio Info & Bookings  
Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv - Term 2a 2024 - Saturday Saturday, March 9
11:30am–2:30pm
TBA Theory Bar (Ground Floor) – Front Room Info & Bookings  

None of these options work for you?


Tell us a bit about your schedule and we'll email you when relevant new Starter 101: Introduction to Long Form Improv workshops are listed (and when there's a discount offer available!)