Classes

Storylabor Summer Sessions (all levels mixed!)

Every Tuesday in July and August in Quartierzentrum Bäckeranlage

Our fun improv drop-in sessions for all levels mixed are returning this summer 2025!

Come and play improv every Tuesday in July and August, 19-21h, whether you are totally new or experienced. In a group of friendly people we play games, scenes, and learn new skills!

We often start with a warmup in the park and end with a drink in the park's outdoor bar. 
The main part of the session takes place in the Aktionsraum of the QZ Bäckeranlage.

These are drop-in sessions so you can freely choose when and how often to attend - just buy the pass that is right for you!
The sessions are led by Storylabor coaches Bernie, JC, Dan, Adri, Mary, and Zora. 

Meeting point is at 7pm sharp in the Aktionsraum, 1st floor (upstairs via external stairs!), QZ Bäckeranlage, in the park.

These are the dates: (Tuesdays, 7 - 9pm):

1.7.
8.7.
15.7.
22.7.
29.7.
5.8.
12.8.
19.8.
26.8.

Next Taster Session Improv

During the summer: book a single summer session (see above)

A fun and playful taster session for newbies in a supportive & playful atmosphere. After some group warmups we will play improv games.
Perfect as an intro to the Level 1 course, which starts one week later!

Level 1 - Basics of Improv (Improv Elementary)

7x Tuesdays, 19.00 - 21.15h
13th May - 24th June

Location: Pavillon Building of the GZ Buchegg, Bucheggplatz, Zurich
Teacher: JC & Bernie

No previous experience required.
This class covers the basics of improv and is all about playful discovery and supporting each other.
Perfect if you want to give improv a go and have fun, develop self-confidence, teamwork and creativity.
Get to know a group of like-minded friendly beginners.

You will learn and practise:

• creativity & playfulness

• confidence on stage

• emotional intelligence in a scenic relationship

• build solid beginnings to good improv scenes

• successfully develop an idea with a partner

• simple short form improv games, as seen in Theatersports shows

Upon completion of this class you can continue with Level 2.

Course fee: 380 CHF
Students/Kulturlegi: 250 CHF (please provide student ID/Legi on first course day)

Level 2 - The Impro Scene (Improv Intermediate)

7x Thursdays, 19.00 - 21.15 h
8th May - 26th June (no class 29th May)

Location: GZ Buchegg, Pavillon
Teacher: Bernie et al.
Showcase: 5th July

For people with some previous improv theatre experience.
Here we specifically work on the dynamics of the improv scene.
We review and practise the building blocks of a successful scene and how to support each other.

Students can participate in a public show at the end - take the fun to a new level!

• Playing with status

• Inspiring your partner

• Emotional dynamics (being affected)

• Tilts and reversals

• Backline support

• Theatre games (“short form games”)

Course fee: 380 CHF
Students/Kulturlegi: 250 CHF

Long Form Improv (Improv High)

7x Mondays, 19.00 - 21.00 h
5th May - 23rd June

Location: QR Bullinger, Bullingerstr. 8, Zurich
Teacher: Bernie & Dan
Showcase: 5th July

This class is for people who have been playing improv for some time (at least 5-6 months of regular practice).
We explore premise-based long form improvised storytelling, ie. comedic ideas pulled from an input.

Course fee: 360 CHF
Students/Kulturlegi: 240 CHF

About our classes / Terms & Conditions

Our students are mostly non-native English speakers.
You don’t need to be “funny” (but you may discover that you actually are…). Improv is a team activity where all kinds of personal qualities complement each other.
Average class size is 8-14 people. Regular attendance is encouraged to improve learning and group cohesion.
You can skip single sessions, but as a rule of thumb, you should be able to attend at least 75% of a course.
No discounts for partial attendance.
If a class does not reach the minimum participant number, it will be cancelled and you will be refunded.
Refunds due to illness require a medical certificate.