Improv Theatre: 6 week course for beginners

Back by popular demand! Join Dig Deep Improv for our 6-week Fundamentals of Improv course that is designed for beginners and culminates with an exhilarating class showcase for family and friends on October 23rd

Early bird discount: €15 off with "fundamental15" valid until September 1st

Improv is a dynamic and energising way to spark creativity, build confidence, and strengthen communication skills that can help with public speaking, acting, or simply navigating everyday interactions with more ease and presence. This course offers a practical and enjoyable introduction to the fundamentals of improvisation in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Each weekly session focuses on a different improv skill, enabling us to delve into specific areas and reflect on our instinctive approaches. These skills extend far beyond improv, with many past students reporting improved confidence in social, professional, and day-to-day interactions. After a busy day, we will come together to be spontaneous, creative, and laugh our way through learning – no prior experience necessary! Plus, you'll form connections with fellow classmates and make new friends along the way.

By the end of the course, you’ll feel more confident in:

• Initiating scenes
• Developing characters
• Utilising the power of your speaking voice 
• Exploring emotional depth
• Using physical space in creative ways

You’ll also sharpen your foundations in improv skills such as:

• Active listening
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Being present in the moment
• Embracing and learning from mistakes

Course Highlights:

• Class Showcase: On Thursday October 23rd at Rocas Bar, you’ll have the option to perform for a supportive audience of family and friends. Don't worry, performing is 100% optional and you can decide closer to the date if you'd like to participate.
• Social Opportunity: Improv is a team activity, and this course is a great way to meet new people. Enjoy a drink before or after class each week!

Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot early. We can’t wait to improvise with you!

Course dates: Sep 16, 23, 30, Oct 7, 14, 21 from 7-9pm. Showcase Thursday October 23rd

Your teacher: Melissa Dalton is an improviser, actor, voiceover artist, event host and radio presenter originally from Ireland and now based in Luxembourg. Melissa holds a BA in Drama and Theatre Studies from Trinity College Dublin and an MA in Acting from Guildford School of Acting (GSA). Additionally, she completed further Improv training with Hoopla and UCB with acclaimed teachers such as Lee Simpson, Katy Schutte and Chris Mead. She now performs with Luxembourg’s improv troupe The Garage Gang, of which she is a founding member. She teaches regular improv courses, teambuilding workshops and 1-1 training through her organisation Dig Deep Improv with companies such as the Deloitte, PwC, EIB, University of Luxembourg, Amazon, and ArcelorMittal. Melissa has performed widely in Ireland and the UK in film, commercials and theatres including The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Finborough Theatre, The National Concert Hall and The Vaults. TV, Commercial and Voiceover work includes Aldi, Cinch, Royal London, Salesforce and RTE. Recent feature film credits include 'The Winter of the Crow', 'The Wolf, the Fox and the Leopard' and 'In from the Side'. She is the host and producer of The Melissa Dalton Show on Today Radio by RTL.

FAQs

1. Do I need any performance, acting or improv experience? No
2. What is improv? Improv is a type of live theatre which is often comedic in form where everything that is performed is unplanned, unscripted and created spontaneously.
3. Do I have to attend every week? If you can attend each week that would be ideal. Of course life gets in the way though so if you do have to miss a class this is understandable
4. Do I have to pay for the course in full all at once or can I pay in instalments? If you would prefer to pay in instalments please just contact me and we can work something out
5. Can I join this course if I’m not a native English speaker? Absolutely! Most of my students are not native speakers so as long as you are comfortable understanding and speaking English and have a good level you should be fine
6. Can I attend a Dig Deep event before the course? Yes! Check out out upcoming workshops and Jams where you can get a better sense of Improv and Dig Deep and meet some of the community

Want more info? www.melissa-dalton.com/digdeepimprov and follow Dig Deep on Instagram and Facebook!