The FA's Improvised Comedy Course Level 1 - Intensive

At The FA, you will discover the joy of creating engaging, dynamic and hilarious work – completely on the spot! Our long-form improv training will also teach you to be funnier, bolder and more confident – all while having the most fun you may ever have in a class.

Improvising, or 'improv', is fast becoming the most sought after skill for any actor or comedian. In the US, it has been seen as an essential part of an actor's toolkit for well over a decade, while famous improv aficionados – Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Bill Murray – continue to dominate American comedy films and TV shows such as SNL, 30 Rock and Arrested Development.

The FA is a TimeOut-recommended improv theatre company home to the some of the most exciting improv talents in London. Our unique school aims to instruct students in the basic principles of improv and, through our course system, encourage students to create their own vibrant, spontaneous work.

The skills you will develop – listening, teamwork, confidence, creativity – should be seen as vital to any performer, but more importantly, you will experience the sheer joy of playing with other people and the pleasure that comes with performing in the moment.

LEVEL 1 –

An introduction to the basic skills of long-form improvisation – actively listening and co-operating with team mates, “yes-and", the freedom to play and be spontaneous, and an introduction to improvised scene work.

This payment is for the Level 1 intensive course, starting MONDAY 30th May - THURS 2ND JUNE Classes will be everyday from 10:30am – 5:30pm and will be taught by The Free Association.

There is no pre-requisite for this course; anyone can join regardless of previous experience. If you have done a little improv before but not much long-form, it is recommended to start here.