BOOTCAMP with Erica
12-week narrative long-form for seasoned improvisers
Available spots
Service Description
BOOTCAMP: NARRATIVE LONG FORM Embark on this twelve week (hero's) journey into narrative long form, where you'll get to tell full-length stories and embody characters that live, breathe and change. ❓ SHOULD YOU TAKE THE BOOTCAMP? YES, if... ▪︎ You’ve spent a year (3 terms) or more in the WORKOUT (or you’ve completed the FULL curriculum at another school) ▪︎ You loved the thrill of the stage and want to play in front of more than just your friends ▪︎ You’re curious about improv theory, discovering different formats, spotting the patterns underneath your favorite performances ▪︎ You’re hungry for notes ▪︎ You’re ready to listen, support, commit and take risks 💬 Not sure if it’s for you? Message us! We’re happy to help out. 📆 SCHEDULE This course takes place on Tuesday nights, 19:30-21:30. It runs from Tuesday 22 September 2026 to Tuesday 8 December 2026, with a showcase on Thursday 10 December. This class will take place at the Hofplein Theater, except for 20 october (herftvakantie). 💸 PRICE 350€ regular price. 380€ supporter price. 310€ solidarity price for low-income folks. 🦸🏻 YOUR TRAINER Erica Maity (she/her) has been improvising for eleven years, teaching for four. She was a staff teacher at Florida Studio Theater under Will Luera (primarily teaching Harold classes). In Eindhoven, Netherlands (where she is now based) she leads drop-ins, coaches, and teaches long form. She has extensive experience with both Chicago-style and theatrical improv, and loves having access to the tools from both. In addition to teaching and organizing, she has performed in Europe with the teams Seven with Wine, As Seen on TV and Na Ja. Most of her time these days is taken up with her job as Artistic Director and Head of Production for Impro Amsterdam.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
* Payment: Students are required to pay the full course fee. If a student decides to drop out of the course at any point, they will still be responsible for paying the full fee. This also applies to students with specific payment plans and sponsorship. * Refunds: If SPARK cancels a course for any reason, a full refund will be issued to students. If one class is cancelled, we will make sure to reschedule it. We will run this course with a minimum of 8 students. If the minimum number of participants isn't reached, we will postpone or cancel the class and refund it entirely. * Attendance: Students are expected to attend all classes unless they have an emergency or prior engagement. Students may be asked to repeat the course if they miss more than three classes. * Individual responsibility: SPARK is not responsible for any decision made by a student to drop out of a course. Students are responsible for their own learning and progress throughout the course. * Conduct & Safety: We strive to hold welcoming, inclusive & intentional spaces. Our classes & events are run according to our code of conduct. We expect our students, participants and audience to respect this code and SPARK's core values and act with kindness and genuine consideration towards one another.
Contact Details
Jeugdtheater Hofplein, Benthemplein, Rotterdam, Netherlands
contact@sparkrotterdam.nl