Advanced Improv Classes

Master the art of extended improvised storytelling.

The Longform Program is designed for experienced improvisers ready to take their craft to the next level.

Through focused training in game of the scene and the legendary Harold structure, you'll develop advanced skills used at The Second City, iO, and Upright Citizens Brigade.

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CURRENT CLASSES

Program Overview

Longform 1
Game of the Scene

Sharpen your instincts, heighten patterns, and lock in on what makes a scene hilarious and satisfying.

With clear tools and fast-paced reps, you’ll learn to spot the funny, heighten it, and build comedic momentum.

Prerequisites: Improv 301 or equivalent

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Longform 2
The Harold

The Harold is a signature improv longform technique from Chicago's venerable iO theatre (formerly Improv Olympic).

In this class you will learn openings, group games and advanced scenework that anchors the Harold, from someone who studied with the creators of the form.

Prerequisites: Longform 1 or equivalent

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Longform 3
Open Forms

Prerequisites: Longform 2 or equivalent

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Current Advanced Classes

Student Improv Night
Fri, Dec 05
Theatre SKAM
A special show featuring students from Garden City's latest Improv 201 class!
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Improv Against Humanity
Sat, Dec 06
The Coda
The show where YOU play Cards Against Humanity and we perform improv based on your horrible, hilarious card combinations!
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Sketch Night Live: Holiday Edition
Fri, Dec 12
Encore by Paparazzi
A night of laugh-out-loud holiday mayhem from some of Victoria’s sharpest comedic talent.
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Harold Night
Sat, Dec 13
Theatre SKAM
The Garden City cast performs the Harold - improv's high wire act!
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Garden City Improv: New Year's Eve!
Wed, Dec 31
Theatre SKAM
Ring in the new year with some of Victoria's best improvisers and Second City's Kevin Matviw!
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Improv 301 with Claire Pollock
Tue, Jan 06
Theatre SKAM
Improv 301 includes classic short-form games and introduces longform improv techniques.
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Improv 101: Improv Foundations with Claire Pollock
Thu, Jan 08
Ocean Room, TheatreSKAM Studios
Improv Foundations is the perfect class for the complete beginner, no experience necessary!
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Musical Improv with Kevin Matviw
Thu, Jan 08
Theatre SKAM
This high-energy class is your chance to explore the joy of making up songs on the spot, without needing to be pitch-perfect!
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Sketch Comedy 201: Show Creation
Sat, Jan 10
Forest Room, TheatreSKAM Studios
Learn how to build a full-length show from the ground up in this advanced sketch comedy writing class!
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Meet Your Instructors

Garden City Improv classes are taught by industry professionals who have performed at The Second City, Upright Citizens Brigade, Just For Laughs, and other premier comedy institutions.

Kevin Matviw, artistic director and lead improv instructor at Garden City Improv in Victoria BC

Dan Bakkedahl, longform improv instructor and actor teaching longform improv at Garden City Improv in Victoria BC

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Garden City Improv cast performing in Victoria BC

See the Harold in Action at Harold Night

See the longform techniques you'll be learning in this program. Garden City Improv performs the Harold every month, featuring the openings, beat work and storytelling techniques taught in advanced improv classes.

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