IMPROV UTRECHT COURSES

NEW COURSES IMPROV THEATRE!

Drop in Improv Lessons Every Friday evening

Join our weekly drop in improv lessons every Friday evening, except during the summer and Christmas holidays. These sessions are open to everyone, whether you are completely new to improv or already have experience.

Each evening is playful, social, and welcoming. You will play fun improv games, learn core principles of improvisation, and connect with a friendly, open minded group of people. Many participants come alone, so it is an easy and relaxed way to meet others.

After the lesson, people usually head together to De Hondekop pub nearby for a drink and a chat.

Location Buurtcentrum De De Speler, Thorbeckelaan 18. You can enter together with the group between 19:50 and 20:00.
Time 20:00 to 22:00.
Pay what you can €10, €15, €20, or €1, depending on your finances.

Theatrical Scene Craft
(Interm/Adv)
by Sjoerd Provoost
Mon 28 Sep - 30 Nov

Using physicality, space and stage picture to create memorable Improv. We go beyond the talking heads and we explore other theatrical, visual engaging skills, like stage use, theatrical tension, edits and transitions, big and bold moves.

For intermediate and advanced participants. 9 lessons including a show.

Teacher: Sjoerd Provoost
Location: Buurtcentrum Rosa 2
Time: Mondays 19:30-21:30
Price: €235

Stories & Scenes
Intermediate 1
by Burgert Kirsten
Wed 23 Sept - 16 Dec

Co-Creating Stories That Connect
This course is improvisers who have completed 2 improv courses and are ready to deepen their skills. Together, we'll explore the building blocks of compelling stories and discover how to create narratives that truly connect with an audience. We'll also dive into the essential ingredients of great improv scenes—learning how to build authentic relationships, create engaging characters, and find the moments that surprise, delight, and spark laughter

Teacher: Burgert Kirsten
Location: ZIMIHC Wittevrouwen
Time: Wednesdays 18:45-20:30
Price: €300

Embodied Philosophy Interdisciplinary Improvisation Thu 22 Oct

Movement, Theater, Voice, Music, Writing, and more.

Practice Body-Mind integration. Play with Objects, Space, Timing, Our voices, Our sense of Humor, Create Poignant, Funny, Sad, Impactful Scenes, Roll, Jump, Practice neuroplasticity, Learn to listen better, Stand still, Move as a group, Find your place in a group composition.

This course is organised by the teacher Suzanne Lemont herself. 8 Thursdays. Tickets via Hipsy

Beginner Short course
by Burgert Kirsten
Wed 4 Nov - 16 Dec

Curious about improv and ready to try something new? This beginner course is the perfect place to start. You will learn the fundamentals of improvisation in a supportive and playful environment, using simple games and exercises that focus on collaboration rather than performance.

No theatre or performance experience is needed. This course is designed specifically for complete beginners.

Teacher: Burgert Kirsten
Location: ZIMIHC Wittevrouwen
Time: Wednesdays 20:35-22:20
Price €160

Take the Floor
Intermediate/Advanced
by Matthijs Meulblok
Canceled

Insprired by the Dutch tv show De Vloer Op - truth on stage. We will play realistic dilemma's, regarding on social tensions, intimate relationships and moral conflicts. No games but raw, human theatre. We focus on character depth, realism, and narrative authenticity. For intermediate and advanced participants. 9 lessons including a show.

Teacher: Matthijs Meulblok
Location: Buurtcentrum Rosa 3
Time: Mondays 20:00-22:00
Price: €235

Improv for Life Weekend Workshop 1
31 Oct-1 Nov 2026

Improv for Life focuses on personal development through improvisation. This popular programme by Burgert Kirsten is normally taught over seven weeks and is now offered as an intensive weekend format.

The workshop explores play, presence, and relationships, using improv principles to increase self awareness, connection, and flexibility in everyday life. The weekends can be followed in any order.

Weekend dates Saturday & Sunday 31 Oct- 1 Nov, 10:00 to 17:00
Price: €279 per weekend, early bird €209, both weekends €379
location ZIMIHC Wittevrouwen

Improv for Life Weekend Workshop 2
28-29 Nov 2026

This second Improv for Life weekend focuses on polarities, stories, and meaning. Using improvisation as a tool, you will explore how we create narratives about ourselves and others, and how to hold opposites with more ease and curiosity.

The weekend stands on its own and does not require attending the first weekend. But it does require knwing the basics of improv.

Weekend dates Saturday & Sunday 28-29 Nov 2026 10:00 to 17:00
Price: €279 per weekend, early bird €209, both weekends €379
Location 't Pakhuis

WHY IS IMPROVISATION A 21st CENTURY SKILL?

Be ready to change
Yes And: think in possibilities
Improve your Listening & Communication skills
Be a team player: make your partner look good
Feel confident in speaking in front of an audience
Use failure to your advantage
Have fun while learning!

COURSES INFO

Trouble choosing a course? Other course requests? Do you need help with the payments? Do you want to be on a waiting list? Contact Marieke!

HOW TO SIGN UP FOR A COURSE OR WORKSHOP/COURSE?

Buy a ticket directly at https://improv-utrecht.weticket.io You can pay at once, or in 2 terms.
If you want an invoice with BTW: send an e-mail to marieke@improvutrecht.nl with your name, e-mail address, telephone number, name of the course .
Let us know if you have issues with finances, we have discount tickets for people with less income.
The course will start with a minimum of 8 participants. If a course is canceled you will be notified in time and offered an alternative course or date, or you will receive your money back.
We have Terms & Conditions about cancelling your sign up, at the bottom of the website