Improv

Our improv program offers a dynamic and engaging experience for young people looking to enhance their creativity, communication skills, and ability to think on their feet. Led by experienced instructors, our classes provide a supportive and collaborative environment where participants can explore the principles and techniques of improvisation. Through a series of fun exercises and games, students learn to embrace spontaneity, trust their instincts, and effectively collaborate with others. Improv classes not only foster quick thinking and adaptability, but they also encourage active listening, empathy, and effective teamwork. Participants develop a heightened sense of confidence as they gain the ability to confidently navigate unexpected situations and find creative solutions. Whether you’re an aspiring performer or simply looking to broaden your horizons, our improv classes offer a valuable opportunity for personal growth, self-expression, and a whole lot of laughter. Join us and discover the joy of improvisation!

Creatures of Impulse

Creatures of Impulse is an award-winning teen improv troupe founded right here in the City of Pleasanton, entering it’s 17th season! We specialize in long-form improv, telling full length stories in play or musical forms! We also offer Whose Line Is It Anyway style improv in our annual Face-Off show, facing off against other local improv teams.

In-Person Performances

Improv Face-Off

Watch as local Bay Area improv teams “compete” against Creatures of Impulse in this pro wrestling themed run of shows. Four performances, four different bouts, four reasons to see all four shows with an interactive format that gives the audience a chance to win prizes!

February 20-22, 2025

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Improv Classes

Interested in improv? Learn more about improv the Creatures of Impulse way! We offer courses for Middle Schoolers and High Schoolers that start with a foundation of “Yes, And…” working your way up to musical improv!

Improv Phase Classes

All experience levels welcome!

Phase II

In this phase of Middle School Improv classes, we will be putting more focus into scene work, building towards a story structure. We will also be playing games that focus on long term story-telling and yes-anding offers given to you! There will be a culminating performance during the final class! All experience levels are welcome!

F 1/10-2/14

4:00p-6:00p

Middle School

Phase III

In this phase of Middle School Improv classes, we will be putting more focus into long form improv, telling full-length stories by using the story structure. We will be playing games that focus on long term story-telling and “yes, and”-ing offers given to you! There will be a culminating performance during the final class!

M 3/3/25-4/14/25

4:00p-6:00p

Middle School