SHORT FORM GAMES

Rooted in the lineage of Viola Spolin, Keith Johnstone, and the many teachers who shaped modern improv, short-form games began as warm-ups and theatre exercises. Today, they’re both performance staples and powerful training tools that strengthen every style of improv from Harolds to long-form narratives.

In this Outside In Theatre Elective, you’ll explore those very games: learning best practices, uncovering their deeper intentions, and discovering how to push them further. Along the way, you’ll sharpen your quick thinking, stage presence, and ensemble skills all in a supportive, good-natured environment.

If you are looking to enrich your craft, this class offers both practical tools for performance (including Outside In shows like Virtuoso and The National Improv League) and a joyful reminder of what is at the heart of all improv: Play!