What is it?

An online course following the 12-week structure of The Improviser's Way workbook, led by the author, Katy Schutte. As well as warm-ups, scenework and practising forms we will also be taking the time to discuss recent shows (including jam nights) and any triumphs or problems arising from our work. It is a flexible course and study group that will address individual blocks and habits involved in the journey through improv. We will be feeling out the ratio of improv to sit-down-discussion time as we go. We will be looking at our development as longform improvisers.

Topics include: Improv basics, trust, character, creative editing, openings, theatre, personal superpowers, style, form, show feedback, community, group dynamics, goal-setting and support.

Class size is limited to fourteen students. The class will run 7-9pm (London-time) weekly on Thursdays from 15th September to 15th December 2022 (there are no classes on 13th & 20th October as Katy is teaching at festivals on those dates).

Who is it for?

Curious improvisers who want to analyse their work more carefully and/or move into a new area of longform improvisation. The group may be a mix of experienced as well as newer longform improvisers who are interested in working together to develop the art form at their own level. There is no one style or school of improvisation favoured here; just the desire to stretch and learn from one-another in a group setting. Teachers and longform veterans are more than welcome. 

The minimum requirement for attendees is that you have performed longform improvisation on stage regularly for at least a year and received training to an intermediate level at any improv school.

We suggest that you purchase your own copy of The Improviser's Way: A Longform Workbook by Katy Schutte, but weekly chapters can be provided at no cost if you do not have (or do not wish to buy) the book.

If you are not sure if this is the right class for you, please get in touch here: katy@katyschutte.co.uk.

About your teacher

Katy Schutte is an award-winning improviser, theatre-maker and writer. She trained in Drama at the University of Hull before finding her true passion at iO Chicago, Second City Chicago and with teachers from Annoyance, UCB and other world class improv training schools. Katy was a member of the award-winning Maydays 2004-2022 and was one of the first to bring US-style long form improvisation to the UK. She has performed in two person shows for over a decade with Rachel Blackman and in science fiction duo Project2 with Chris Mead. Katy lives in London where she plays with Track 96, Hell Yeah! and Yes Queens. She plays in lots of different styles and genres, teaching and performing all over the world.