Grimm

Step into a darker, stranger kind of storytelling. This 8-week online improv course is designed for advanced performers who want to explore bold, imaginative scenes inspired by the world of Grimm fairy tales.

Together, we’ll play with familiar elements—forests, magic, transformation, danger but focus on creating scenes that feel alive, surprising and emotionally real. Expect strong characters, high stakes and stories that don’t always end the way you expect.

Over the course, you’ll:

• Explore classic fairy tale archetypes
• Build clear, engaging stories with strong emotional connections
• Use transformation and consequence to drive scenes forward
• Play with scene painting to create vivid locations that inspire our scenes

Will you dare to venture into the woods?

Dates:

W1 - Wednesday 1st July 2026
W2 - Wednesday 8th July 2026
W3 - Wednesday 15th July 2026
W4 - Wednesday 22nd July 2026
W5 - Wednesday 29th July 2026
Week off 
W6 - Wednesday 12th August 2026
W7 - Wednesday 19th August 2026
W8 - Wednesday 26th August 2026
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7:30pm - 9:30pm BST

USA times
11:30am - 1:30pm PDT
12:30pm - 2:30pm MDT
1:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
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£190/£145/£100

Class size limited to 8

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Love Improv Concession tickets:

The Love Improv Concession tickets are open to anyone who needs it ❤️

There will be no need to explain why you need the concession rate just select the Love Improv ticket when you’re booking.

Life can be hard and improv can be a real life line. I want you in my class, I want to improvise with you and I want you to have fun.

So whenever you need it the Love Improv Ticket is there ❤️❤️❤️

There are 2 types of Love Improv ticket - Love Improv 50 which offers tickets that cost 50% of the standard rate and Love Improv 75 which offers tickets that cost 75% of the standard rate. Please pick which one best reflects your needs.

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About Katy:

Katy Bateson is an experienced improvisation teacher with 20 years in the field. She has a passion for teaching online courses that specialise in Narrative Improv, focusing on creating deep connections between performers and their audience.

As a dedicated improviser, she founded We Are Improv in Lancaster, UK in 2011, a company that went on to perform at renowned festivals including Improv Fest Ireland, ImproFest UK, and the Bristol Improv Festival. ​ After having her 2 children Katy switched her focus from performing to teaching, creating a supportive and encouraging online community. ​

Katy has trained extensively with leading figures in the improv community, including Pgraph (The Hideout Theatre, Austin, Texas), Jason Chin (iO, Chicago), Rich and Rebecca Sohn (Annoyance Theatre, Chicago), The Maydays (Brighton, London), David Razowsky and Keith Johnstone.

Her expertise lies in narrative long form, with a particular focus on creating improvised plays. ​ Katy’s past shows include The Nearly Famous Five, a playful homage to Enid Blyton’s works, and Four Walls, a 50-minute monoscene where three actors remain onstage until the precise moment the clock strikes zero.

Her creative approach and dedication to narrative storytelling make her a prominent figure in the improv community.

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Student feedback:

"Katy is such a great teacher. I find her motivating, supportive, nurturing and pushes in such a gentle way that you don't even notice."

"Katy creates such a wonderful atmosphere for learning and having fun."

"Love her classes. Very supportive. I've learned a lot and had tremendous fun. Other participants are creative and generous. Would highly recommend."

"Katy's innovative teaching style creates a special atmosphere in class that nurtures and supports."