drop-ins
A flexible improv workout for improvisers. You can come along whenever it suits you, be that every week or just once in a while, whenever you're free and want to do some improv.
We create a fun, friendly and supportive environment where improvisers are free to play and be themselves.
Each session will start with some fun warm ups and exercises on core skills like Listening, Yes And & Spontaneity before focusing on the week’s main theme. In the second half there will be a playful mix of games, scenes, stories and show formats.
You’ll be improvising in a fun and carefree way, getting lots of practice in, and having a laugh with improv.
This workshop is suitable for people who want to keep practicing improv on a regular basis in a flexible way. If you want to do a more thorough improv course take a look at our longer improv courses.
If you haven’t done any improv or acting before it’s best to start with one of the Back To Basics workshops below, or one of our beginners improv classes or beginners improv courses first.
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This introduction to improvisation will teach the skills you'll need to master scenes, stories and sketches in a relaxed environment.
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Hoopla's workshops are supportive and collaborative.
Hoopla’s teachers are warm and welcoming and playing in workshops is one of the most joyful, creative things a person can do.
The supportive atmosphere ensures that even complete beginners will have the confidence to grow their skills.
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The workshop really helps you internalise some of the skills we all know are important, like really listening, not dismissing others’ ideas out of hand and allowing yourself to speak up.
My stage fright transformed into excitement, and I became dynamic, more spontaneous. Happier.
Great to instantly connect with people, drop barriers and have fun for a few hours. I felt like I was developing personally in a supportive, fun environment and that felt great. What a blast!
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all the info
Days: Various days each season, please see listings below for details.
Time: Mix of weekday evenings and weekend daytimes available, please see listings below for exact details.
Venue: Various venues across Central London, please check listings below for details.
Price: £28 + booking fee.
Ages: 18+
Please note these workshops are pre-bookable only now, there will be no spaces available on the day so please book in advance below.
What does each level mean?
Beginners: No previous experience of impro or acting needed. Also good for people wanting to get back to basics.
Intermediate: Have done at least one of our taster days before and would like to learn about different themes. Understands the improv concepts of Agreement, Yes And, Making Each Other Look Good. Also good for regular improvisers wanting to have some fun and practice lots.
Advanced: Confident with improvising longer scenes and wanting a challenge.
All Levels: A joyful mix of everyone playing together.
Tuesday 7th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Intro to Sketch Writing with Devon Henderson from Second City. Learn to turn your improv ideas into written sketches!
Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Thursday 9th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Tuesday 14th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: The Slacker with Devon Henderson from Second City. Learn this exciting and livley format!
Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Wednesday 15th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Listen Up! Practice listening deeply to all the intentional and unintentional offers from your scene partner.
Level: Intermediate & Advanced.
Teacher: Phoebe Kozinets.
Venue: Umbrella Rooms, 239 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC1A 1BL. Room 4.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road or Holborn.
Thursday 16th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Thursday 16th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Short-Form Mastery. Discover insider tips, comedic strategies, and scene techniques to elevate your play.
Level: Intermediate & Advanced.
Teacher: Drew McCreadie. International guest teacher who has taught and performed all around the world!
Venue: Umbrella Rooms, 239 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC1A 1BL. Room 4.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road or Holborn.
Tuesday 21st July 2026, 7:15pm – 9:15pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: St. Hugh’s Hall, corner of Crosby Row and Porlock Street, London Bridge, SE1 3PT.
Tube: London Bridge.
Tuesday 21st July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: The First 15 with Devon Henderson from Second City. Learn how to make the first 15 minutes of your set AMAZING to set you up for success!
Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Thursday 23rd July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Long-Form.
Level: Advanced.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Monday 27th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Character with Devon Henderson from Second City!
Level: Intermediate.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond St, London NW1 3FG.
Tube: Warren Street/Euston/Great Portland Street.
Tuesday 28th July 2026, 7:15pm – 9:15pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: St. Hugh’s Hall, corner of Crosby Row and Porlock Street, London Bridge, SE1 3PT.
Tube: London Bridge.
Wednesday 29th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. SOLD OUT
Theme: Phoebe’s Summer Scenes Party! Have fun doing millions of games and scenes and scenic formats in an ultra silly and supportive party-like workshop!
Level: Intermediate & Advanced.
Teacher: Phoebe Kozinets.
Venue: Umbrella Rooms, 239 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC1A 1BL. Room 4.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road or Holborn.
Thursday 30th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Thursday 30th July 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Hosting Skill. The Audience Is Not Your Enemy. Learn to command the room, sustain momentum, and transform spectators into collaborators.
Level: Intermediate & Advanced.
Teacher: Drew McCreadie. International guest teacher who has taught and performed all around the world!
Venue: Umbrella Rooms, 239 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC1A 1BL. Room 4.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road or Holborn.
Monday 3rd August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Group Scenes with Devon Henderson from Second City!
Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond St, London NW1 3FG.
Tube: Warren Street/Euston/Great Portland Street.
Tuesday 4th August 2026, 7:15pm – 9:15pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: St. Hugh’s Hall, corner of Crosby Row and Porlock Street, London Bridge, SE1 3PT.
Tube: London Bridge.
Thursday 6th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. SOLD OUT
Theme: Phoebe’s Summer Short-Form Party! Have fun doing millions of short-form games in an ultra silly and supportive party-like workshop! Great vibes only!
Level: All levels welcome!
Teacher: Phoebe Kozinets.
Venue: Umbrella Rooms, 239 Shaftesbury Ave, London WC1A 1BL. Room 4.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road or Holborn.
Thursday 6th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Character.
Level: Intermediate.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Monday 10th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond St, London NW1 3FG.
Tube: Warren Street/Euston/Great Portland Street.
Wednesday 12th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Holborn House Community Centre, 35 Emerald St, London, WC1N 3QW.
Tube: Holborn.
Thursday 13th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Scenes.
Level: Intermediate.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Monday 17th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: The Slacker with Devon Henderson from Second City. Learn this exciting and livley format!
Level: Intermediate/Advanced.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond St, London NW1 3FG.
Tube: Warren Street/Euston/Great Portland Street.
Wednesday 19th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Holborn House Community Centre, 35 Emerald St, London, WC1N 3QW.
Tube: Holborn.
Thursday 20th August 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Lift Islington, 45 White Lion Street, London, N1 9PW.
Tube: Angel.
Tuesday 8th September 2026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Tuesday 15th September 2026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Tuesday 22nd September 2026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Scenes.
Level: Intermediate.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Tuesday 29th September 2026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Tuesday 29th September 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Cromer Studios, Cromer Street, London, WC1H 8JU.
Tube: King’s Cross or St. Pancras.
Tuesday 6th October 2026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Short-Form Games.
Level: All Levels.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Thursday 8th October 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: The Umbrella Rooms, 241 Shaftesbury Ave, London, WC2H 8EH.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road.
Tuesday 13th October 2026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Thursday 15th October 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: The Umbrella Rooms, 241 Shaftesbury Ave, London, WC2H 8EH.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road.
Tuesday 20th October 2026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Character.
Level: Intermediate.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Thursday 22nd October 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: The Umbrella Rooms, 241 Shaftesbury Ave, London, WC2H 8EH.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road.
Tuesday 27th October 026, 6pm – 8pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regent’s Place, 201 Drummond Street, London, NW1 3FE.
Tube: Warren Street or Euston.
Thursday 29th October 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Long-Form.
Level: Advanced.
Venue: The Umbrella Rooms, 241 Shaftesbury Ave, London, WC2H 8EH.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road.
Thursday 5th November 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: The Umbrella Rooms, 241 Shaftesbury Ave, London, WC2H 8EH.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road.
Thursday 12th November 2026, 7pm – 9pm. BOOK
Theme: Taster Day / Back to Basics.
Level: Beginners.
Venue: The Umbrella Rooms, 241 Shaftesbury Ave, London, WC2H 8EH.
Tube: Tottenham Court Road.