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Improv Labs

improv classes for experienced improvisers. take your improv to the next level.

TAKE YOUR IMPROV TO THE NEXT LEVEL

 

The Dingbats Improv Labs are similar to our our Workshops, but we'll putting our improv skill under a powerful microscope and poking it with a spatula. What that means is that it's for experienced improvisers.


As well as doing exercises to further develop our teamwork and listening skills, the Labs will focus on learning advanced  techniques, long-form structures, narrative and Game of the Scene.

Each week is something completely different and exciting! One week we might be diving deep into character and the next week we could be practicing new long-form structures. regardless of the topic, they are guaranteed fun and great way to develop your skills further.

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WHO can join?

 

The labs are open to experienced improvisers.

 

Technically there are no pre-requisite courses or classes and anyone could book a place. However, we will expect knowledge and experience of all the basic improv skills.

 

You don't have to have trained with Dingbats before, you could have trained elsewhere. We recommend that you have over 6 months of experience improvising.

All our drop-in classes are open to people over the age of 17. We can run bespoke workshops for younger groups. Enquire here.

If you are new to improv, you will love our drop-in Improv Workshops.

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Experienced Teacher

The Labs are taught by Ed Pithie, founder of Dingbats Improv, who has been teaching improv for over eight years.

 

Occasionally we get a special guest improv teacher to impart their wisdom.

Ed Pithie Improv Coach

WHEN? WHERE? AND HOW MUCH?

 

The Labs will take place on occasional Wednesdays and Tuesdays 8pm - 10pm GMT. Keep an eye on the ticketing site for upcoming Labs.

They will mostly be taught at The Archway Theatre in Horley, but may sometimes take place at The Hawth in Crawley.

These are drop-in workshops so you don't have to book for a whole term. You can book as many or as few as you like. A place at a Lab is £9 + booking fee.

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

"Ed created a fun atmosphere and made sure nobody felt under pressure.."

— Craig | Google Reviews

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New to improv? Join our drop-in workshops open to everyone.

Upcoming LABS

Has the class you want to attend sold out? Add yourself to the waiting list and we'll email you if any spaces become available.
  • Improv Lab - Advanced Class
    Improv Lab - Advanced Class
    Tue, 19 Nov
    Three Bridges Community Centre
    19 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley, RH10 1QG
    19 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley, RH10 1QG
    Take your improv skills to the next level 🚀
  • Improv Lab - Advanced Class
    Improv Lab - Advanced Class
    Thu, 12 Dec
    The Archway Theatre Studio
    12 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre Studio, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    12 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre Studio, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    Take your improv skills to the next level 🚀

ALL OTHER CLASSES

  • The Viola Spolin Method Improv Course with George Butcher (7 Weeks)
    The Viola Spolin Method Improv Course with George Butcher (7 Weeks)
    Sold Out
    Mon, 04 Nov
    The Hawth
    04 Nov 2024, 19:00
    The Hawth, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ, UK
    04 Nov 2024, 19:00
    The Hawth, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ, UK
    Study the Spolin Method in a fun and supportive series of workshops!
  • Online Improv Comedy Workshop
    Online Improv Comedy Workshop
    Mon, 04 Nov
    Zoom Workshop
    04 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 21:45
    Zoom Workshop
    04 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 21:45
    Zoom Workshop
    Learn the art of creating improvised scenes, stories and characters as a group in our fun drop-in workshops hosted over Zoom.
  • Musical Improv Drop-In Workshop
    Musical Improv Drop-In Workshop
    Tue, 05 Nov
    Three Bridges Community Centre
    05 Nov 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley RH10 1QG, UK
    05 Nov 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley RH10 1QG, UK
    Practice the basics of making up improv songs together and have a laugh.
  • Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Hawth
    Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Hawth
    Wed, 06 Nov
    The Hawth Theatre
    06 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Hawth Theatre, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ, UK
    06 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Hawth Theatre, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ, UK
    Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh.
  • Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Wed, 13 Nov
    The Archway Theatre
    13 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    13 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh.
  • Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Hawth
    Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Hawth
    Wed, 20 Nov
    The Hawth Theatre
    20 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Hawth Theatre, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ, UK
    20 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Hawth Theatre, Hawth Ave, Crawley RH10 6YZ, UK
    Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh.
  • Musical Improv Lab - Advanced Class
    Musical Improv Lab - Advanced Class
    Sold Out
    Tue, 26 Nov
    Three Bridges Community Centre
    26 Nov 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley RH10 1QG, UK
    26 Nov 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley RH10 1QG, UK
    Take your Musical Improv skills to the next level 🚀
  • Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Wed, 27 Nov
    The Archway Theatre
    27 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    27 Nov 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh.
  • Online Improv Comedy Workshop
    Online Improv Comedy Workshop
    Mon, 02 Dec
    Zoom Workshop
    02 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 21:45
    Zoom Workshop
    02 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 21:45
    Zoom Workshop
    Learn the art of creating improvised scenes, stories and characters as a group in our fun drop-in workshops hosted over Zoom.
  • Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Wed, 04 Dec
    The Archway Theatre
    04 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    04 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh.
  • Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ The Archway
    Wed, 11 Dec
    The Archway Theatre
    11 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    11 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    The Archway Theatre, The Drive, Horley RH6 7NQ, UK
    Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh.
  • Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ Three Bridges Community Centre
    Improv Scene Skills Workshop @ Three Bridges Community Centre
    Wed, 18 Dec
    Three Bridges Community Centre
    18 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley, RH10 1QG
    18 Dec 2024, 20:00 – 22:00
    Three Bridges Community Centre, 25 Gales Pl, Three Bridges, Crawley, RH10 1QG
    Learn to improvise, gain confidence in performance, and have a laugh.
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