Home›Acting Classes›Improvisation classes›Improvisation Level 1 Classes Improvisation Level 1 Classes BOOK NOW DETAILS BOOKING & TIMETABLE VENUES TUTORS Unleash your creativity by exploring the core skills of improvisation in our fun and energetic Improvisation Classes - Level 1. Perfect for those new to improv, these sessions introduce you to beginner techniques through engaging games, exercises, and short-form scene work. You’ll work closely with your classmates to create a supportive and playful improv team, learning how to follow your instincts and stop saying 'no'. Along the way, you’ll discover new storytelling skills, quieten your inner critic, and welcome spontaneity. Whether you want to boost your public speaking, add tools to your performance skill set, overcome stage fright, or simply laugh and connect with new people, improv will give you the skills and confidence to embrace uncertainty and respond in the moment. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS COURSE Listen, respond and express yourself - unscripted. Think on your feet and respond with creativity and clarity Learn the fundamental techniques needed to improvise with confidence Reduce self-consciousness and embrace performance risk-taking in a safe, supportive environment Meet like-minded people and form strong creative connections Discover joy in play while learning techniques that can be applied to performance and beyond Classes Starting Soon Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 11 Sep 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 Fri 18:10-19:40 8 weeks Rita Suszek City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 15 Sep 2026 - 03 Nov 2026 Tue 19:55-21:25 8 weeks Rita Suszek WAC Arts £144.00 20% OFF Book Now 19 Sep 2026 - 24 Oct 2026 Sat 13:15-15:15 6 weeks Warren Rusher City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 06 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026 Tue 19:45-21:15 8 weeks Warren Rusher City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 12 Oct 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 Mon 18:30-19:45 8 weeks Stephen Davidson Sadler’s Wells, EC1 £150.00 Book Now 11 Sep 11 Sep 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 £180.00 Day:Fri Time:18:10-19:40 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Rita Suszek Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 15 Sep 15 Sep 2026 - 03 Nov 2026 £144.00 Day:Tue Time:19:55-21:25 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Rita Suszek Venue: WAC Arts Offer:20% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 19 Sep 19 Sep 2026 - 24 Oct 2026 £180.00 Day:Sat Time:13:15-15:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Warren Rusher Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 06 Oct 06 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026 £180.00 Day:Tue Time:19:45-21:15 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Warren Rusher Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Oct 12 Oct 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 £150.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-19:45 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Stephen Davidson Venue: Sadler’s Wells, EC1 BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE View All Classes × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close Improvisation Tools Apply the fundamental tools of improvisation with confidence, creativity and play. Ensemble Trust Build trust, teamwork and connection while working as part of an ensemble cast. Quick Thinking Develop spontaneity and quick-thinking skills through short-form games and scene work. Communication Skills Improve active listening, clear responses and confident communication in the moment. Physical Awareness Use your body expressively and build greater awareness of movement, gesture and presence. Comic Voice Find your unique voice and begin developing your own comedic style. Useful information Do I need any previous performance experience? No, this course is designed for complete beginners, and you’ll be guided step-by-step in a relaxed, supportive environment where everyone is starting from the same place. All you need to bring is an open mind and a willingness to have fun. Will I have to perform in front of an audience? You’ll work in a small, supportive group. Any performance exercises are within the class, with no public audience for this course. What should I wear? Please wear comfortable clothing you can move in easily. No special equipment is needed. How big is the class? Class sizes are kept small to ensure you get individual attention and plenty of practice time. What comes next after Level 1? After completing Improvisation Level 1, you have a few great options to keep building your skills and confidence: Improvisation Level 2 with Showcase Consolidate your Level 1 skills with a focus on performance. This course develops scene work and culminates in a showcase for invited guests. Improvisation Level 3 with Showcase For Level 2 graduates and experienced improvisers. Hone performance techniques with advanced games and both short and long-form scenes, leading to a public, ticketed showcase. What is Improvisation? Improvisation is one of the core techniques used by actors. It stretches the imagination, sparks spontaneity and can lead to unforgettable performances. To the dismay of script writers everywhere, it has also been responsible for some of the best moments in cinema history! Jack Nicholson’s line, “Heeeeeere’s Johnny,” in the Shining? Improvised. FIND OUT MORE Want to learn more? After you have completed your course, we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses: Improvisation Level 2 With Showcase Improvisation Level 3 With Showcase Improvisation Performance Company Browse Courses You can filter Courses by month and tutor Month All Months Tutor All Tutors Rita SuszekWarren RusherStephen DavidsonDrew McCreadie Date Day Time (BST) Duration Tutor Venue Price Booking 11 Sep 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 Fri 18:10-19:40 8 weeks Rita Suszek City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 15 Sep 2026 - 03 Nov 2026 Tue 19:55-21:25 8 weeks Rita Suszek WAC Arts £144.00 20% OFF Book Now 19 Sep 2026 - 24 Oct 2026 Sat 13:15-15:15 6 weeks Warren Rusher City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 06 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026 Tue 19:45-21:15 8 weeks Warren Rusher City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 12 Oct 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 Mon 18:30-19:45 8 weeks Stephen Davidson Sadler’s Wells, EC1 £150.00 Book Now 17 Oct 2026 - 21 Nov 2026 Sat 10:15-12:15 6 weeks Drew McCreadie City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 02 Nov 2026 - 07 Dec 2026 Mon 18:30-20:30 6 weeks Rita Suszek Union Theatre £180.00 Book Now 13 Nov 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 Fri 18:15-20:15 6 weeks Rita Suszek City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 17 Nov 2026 - 19 Jan 2027 Tue 19:55-21:25 8 weeks (no class 22 Dec & 29 Dec) Stephen Davidson WAC Arts £180.00 Book Now 08 Dec 2026 - 09 Feb 2027 Tue 18:05-19:35 8 weeks (no class 22 Dec & 29 Dec) Warren Rusher City Academy, Farringdon £180.00 Book Now 11 Sep 11 Sep 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 £180.00 Day:Fri Time:18:10-19:40 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Rita Suszek Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 15 Sep 15 Sep 2026 - 03 Nov 2026 £144.00 Day:Tue Time:19:55-21:25 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Rita Suszek Venue: WAC Arts Offer:20% OFF BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 19 Sep 19 Sep 2026 - 24 Oct 2026 £180.00 Day:Sat Time:13:15-15:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Warren Rusher Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 06 Oct 06 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026 £180.00 Day:Tue Time:19:45-21:15 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Warren Rusher Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 12 Oct 12 Oct 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 £150.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-19:45 Duration:8 weeks Tutor: Stephen Davidson Venue: Sadler’s Wells, EC1 BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 17 Oct 17 Oct 2026 - 21 Nov 2026 £180.00 Day:Sat Time:10:15-12:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Drew McCreadie Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 02 Nov 02 Nov 2026 - 07 Dec 2026 £180.00 Day:Mon Time:18:30-20:30 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Rita Suszek Venue: Union Theatre BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 13 Nov 13 Nov 2026 - 18 Dec 2026 £180.00 Day:Fri Time:18:15-20:15 Duration:6 weeks Tutor: Rita Suszek Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 17 Nov 17 Nov 2026 - 19 Jan 2027 £180.00 Day:Tue Time:19:55-21:25 Duration:8 weeks (no class 22 Dec & 29 Dec) Tutor: Stephen Davidson Venue: WAC Arts BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE 08 Dec 08 Dec 2026 - 09 Feb 2027 £180.00 Day:Tue Time:18:05-19:35 Duration:8 weeks (no class 22 Dec & 29 Dec) Tutor: Warren Rusher Venue: City Academy, Farringdon BOOK NOW GIFT THIS COURSE × Select your Entry Level: -Select- Leader Follower Book Now Close ADD ME TO THE WAITING LIST If you'd like to be added to the waiting list for 'Improvisation Level 1 Classes' fill in the form below and we will contact you if a space becomes available. 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