Longform Toolbox 1, advanced 

In Longform Toolbox 1, we take the tools you may already know and start applying them with more intention, clarity, and awareness. Instead of focusing on isolated scenes, we explore how scenes can breathe, connect, and evolve over time.

You will work with tools like editing techniques, story in 3 acts, the role of the narrator or director, strong starts, characters with aspirations, finding the game, themes and callbacks, and exploring characters and their relationships.

But more than just learning the tools, this course is about understanding when and why to use them.

How do you make a strong start that gives direction without locking anything in?When is the right moment to edit—and when is it better to stay?How do you recognize the game of a scene and build on it together?And how can themes and callbacks emerge naturally, instead of being forced?

We’ll explore these questions through play, repetition, and reflection. You’ll learn to trust your instincts while also developing a sharper eye for structure, pacing, and group dynamics.

For whom: This course is intended for almost advanced improvisers who want to see if longform is something for them, or who want to gain more insights in narrative choices. You should have done at least four improv courses or similar. 

Course details:

Tuesdays 19:30-21:30 Location  Buurtcentrum Rosa,  Actviteitenzaal 1, Malakkastraat 6 Utrecht. 9 lessons including 1 show.   19, 26 May 2026,2, 9 , 16, 23, 30 June,7 July. Last lesson 14 July or a show.  

Trainer Rutger Pull

The trainer Rutger Pull is specialised in short form games, in Dutch Theatresport. His expertise is to have a clear view on what a scene needs, ans he will teach you this skill as well. Rutger has a friendly and intelligent way of giving positive feedback, to get the best out of each player.Rutger used to play in Enschede at Pro Deo, and now already for years at Iets Anders in Utrecht. 

Price €248 inc 21% VAT. Improv Utrecht offers 1 or 2 funded courses with 20% discount for people with less finances. Send a message to Marieke van Laar. We have terms & conditions about cancelling your signup - the green button on the bottom of the website

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