Improv and Acting Courses in Utrecht
Unleash your inner performer
Discover our wide range of theater courses designed to boost your skills and confidence. Whether you're a beginner or looking to advance, we have something for everyone. Explore our courses in Utrecht:
Acting and Improv Classes: Embrace the moment, step out of your comfort zone, and develop both speaking and listening skills in a fun, supportive environment. You'll learn the essentials of acting and improv, bring characters to life, and enhance your stage presence and vocal abilities in an engaging and creative way.
Take on a new challenge, pick one of our acting and improv courses 🚀
Or come with a friend, and get a discount!
Discover the Art of Acting
Get to Know Yourself Better: Acting is a captivating journey into the world of storytelling, where you bring characters to life in plays, films or real life. It involves memorizing lines, exploring physicality, and authentically conveying emotions and ideas.
Whether you're a seasoned performer or a beginner, acting offers a profound connection to diverse human experiences and a rewarding artistic adventure that can help you in all aspects of your life.
Unlock Your Creativity with Improv
Ready to step out of your comfort zone and unleash your creativity? Improv is a spontaneous, unscripted experience where participants create scenes on the spot, responding to prompts from the audience or fellow performers.
It's a fun and unpredictable journey that builds camaraderie and laughter.
Join us to connect authentically with others, boost your creativity, and tap into your inner spontaneity and playfulness.
Sign up now to start your improv adventure!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer Discounts?
Yes! We aim to provide affordable pricing so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of theater.
- Early Bird Discount: Automatically applied to price options for students who book a class pack in advance. The more classes you purchase upfront, the lower the cost per class.
- Returning Student Discount: Enjoy a discount of up to 30€, depending on the class pack you choose. This discount is available to students who enroll in two or more full courses within a year. The more classes you take, the greater the discount.
- Friends Discount: Available to students who enroll in a course together with a friend.
Please note that discounts cannot be combined and are subject to change each season.
More info in our Terms & Conditions.
Who can join acting & improv classes?
Do I need prior experience to join?
Beginners Courses
- No prior experience required, and no auditions.
- Perfect for absolute beginners exploring acting or improv for the first or second time.
- Welcoming those curious about acting or improv, whether new or returning after a long break.
- Suitable for those wanting to have fun, spark creativity, or polish previously learned skills.
Intermediate Courses
- Basic acting or improv experience (e.g., completed one or more beginner courses).
- Anyone who has taken acting or improv courses before and wants to refresh their skills and creativity.
- Anyone looking to practice acting and improv at a deeper level and participate in a mini-graduation show.
Do I need to be fluent in English to join?
All classes are conducted in English, so a basic understanding of the language is required. However, our native English-speaking teachers will support you in adapting, even if you aren't fluent.
What Benefits could I get from an Act Attack course?
Personal Growth:
- Confidence
- Expression and creativity
- Public speaking & communication skills
- Active listening & deeper connection with others
- English speaking skills (all our teachers are native or fluent English speakers)
- Happiness levels
Additional Benefits:
- Focused and fun curricula from experienced and motivating teachers
- Personal and group feedback
- Small classes (max 12 people)
- Option to progress to the next level with a mini graduation show
- Graduation certificates (upon request) and free photo/video materials from the course and shows
- Safe and multicultural environment
What are the differences between Acting and Improv?
Acting and Improv theater share similarities but have distinct differences:
Acting: Structured interpretation and portrayal of a character in scripted plays or films. Actors deliver the script authentically, memorizing lines and blocking, creating a consistent portrayal. This involves exploring physicality and character voices.
Improvisation (Improv): An unstructured process creating scenes without a script. Participants step out of comfort zones, think on their feet, and tap into spontaneity. Improv actors work with minimal preparation, creating characters, dialogue, and action on the spot, often in response to suggestions. It fosters fun, laughter, and camaraderie.
Purpose: Acting teaches honest, confident physical expression, fostering a deeper connection with character emotions. Improv enhances authentic empathy, creativity, quick thinking, and playfulness.
Benefits: Both Acting and Improv enhance communication skills, boost confidence, and deepen connections with oneself and others. While both develop acting skills, they require distinct approaches and skill sets.