Improvisation Classes

As the home of The Court Jesters, the improvisational masterminds behind Scared Scriptless we love to share the techniques of improvisation. Our Youth Improv classes are taught by Jesters and are geared towards introducing participants to the skills and joys of improvisation.

Bookings are open for Term 1 of our Youth Improv Programme 2025. Select your preferred class from the options below. Email education@courttheatre.org.nz if you would like more information.

"We were so lucky that we had The Court Theatre as a base. The best way to learn your craft is to do it. It totally formed me. I moved on from improv to stand up but it made me unafraid of what could happen on stage.""

New Zealand Comedian Cal Wilson

JUNIOR YOUTH IMPROV

Ages: 12-15 years

An introduction to improvisation for younger students.

Improv theatre is a fun and spontaneous style of performance where participants learn games and skills that allow them to make up stories and scenes on the spot without a script working in collaboration with their fellow performers.

This programme is a great introduction to performance and learning the techniques and skills that allow you to create improvised scenes as a group.

Wednesdays 4:30pm - 6pm
$170 per Term
Term 1 2025
12th February - 9th April*
*No class Wednesday 19th March

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SENIOR YOUTH IMPROV

Ages: 15-18 years

Building on fundamental exercises and games to work towards creating improvised scene work and character, this class is a great way to complement our Theatresports in Schools programme for students wanting some extra coaching.

Explore the techniques of improv that create engaging storytelling and learn to develop the comedic nature of this theatre style. Fast and funny, this class will get you thinking on your feet whilst learning performance skills.

Wednesdays 6pm - 7:30pm
$170 Per Term
Term 1 2025
12th February - 9th April*
*No class Wednesday 19th March

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Improv Tutors

Jeff Clark

Teaching Artist

Hannah McDougall

Teaching Artist

Caitlin Penhey

Teaching Artist