Season 2021-2022
Improvised Theatre Classes & ShowsLearn improvised theatre with us: Laura and Gael, and watch shows with some of the best local and international improvisers!
All classes will take place in Amsterdam Noord and Hilversum, and we have English-speaking classes, Dutch-speaking classes, and a lot more.
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Tournus – Main, support and tech in improvised genre work
Tournus – Main, support and tech in improvised genre work
Work on different genres and how to improvise them, how to tell exciting and compelling stories, and how to take care of all the aspects of these scenes: from characters to supporting your partners, and how to manage the lights, be a good improv musician/DJ, and how to use set and decors in improv.
Silent Improv – Advanced Object Work
Silent Improv – Advanced Object Work
Go deeper into how space object works: for ourselves, for our partners and for the audience. We will explore miming techniques, how they apply to improvised theatre and what is unique in our field, and how can we continue both working on this craft and own it to develop a personal visual identity.
Ghost of Love – The acting part
Ghost of Love – The acting part
What is told, without being said? What story is read between the lines? How do we create layers in scenes by adding humour, story and gut punching emotion? Learn how acting, body awareness, voice and object work can create actual unforgettable scenes.
Improv for beginners
Improv for beginners
Learn some of the basic principles of improvisational theatre: spontaneity, a ‘yes and’ attitude, and inspire your partner! (To name just a few.)
Kennismaking met improvisatie
Kennismaking met improvisatie
Zou je improvisatie of theatersport wel eens willen uitproberen? Lijkt het je leuk om veel te lachen, veel te doen en ‘uit je hoofd’ te raken? Je zal verbaasd staan wat er ‘uit het niets’ voor prachtigs kan ontstaan. Je hoeft niet grappig te zijn, of een snelle denker, of lenig. Je hoeft alleen maar binnen te lopen.
Lees alles over
Onze lessen – Hilversum
Improvisatie – Verhalen
Improvisatie – Verhalen
We gaan aan de slag met verhalen: pakkend vertellen, verhaallijnen bouwen, verrassende wendingen, en storytelling technieken.
Improvisatie – Personages
Improvisatie – Personages
We gaan aan de slag met personages: dicht bij jezelf, meer uitgesproken karakters, in tekst, in stem en in je lijf.
And what about
Future Covid restrictions?
Let’s start with: hurray, we can start our courses again! And we are optimistic that theaters can open again, when we have our shows.Â
As Flock Theatre, we are adapting to the best of what is possible given the current measures. We are using the following Covid policy:
- For our courses and shows, we have to ask for a corona-toegangsbewijs. That means a QR code that shows that you are vaccinated or received a negative PCR test. (We are not allowed anymore to accept self-tests.)
- We keep 1,5 meter distance where possible. In the hallways of the venues, we all wear masks. In class, you can take it off.Â
- If you booked a ticket for a show that is canceled, you will get a voucher for a future show.
- We will not switch an offline course to fully online. We might offer a few lessons online or mixed, if the course has already started, but will not simply switch online. We believe that online and offline theatre are two very different things.
We will always follow the governmental rules for “cultural expression” to offer a safe space for everyone.
Thank you for your understanding and for supporting live theatre. We love having you on board!Â
Laura & Gael
The teachers of Flock Theatre
Laura
Very experienced trainer and improviser. Travels the world. Relentless optimist.
Gael
Improviser and teacher with a track record. Imported from France. Directs unforgettable shows.Â
Anca
Geboren theatermaakster. Echte Hilversummer. Niet in 1 creatief hokje te vangen.Â
What we do
Flock Theatre is
Giving classes
In all of our classes we teach skills, knowledge and the art of improvised theatre. We do this in English, in Dutch and (at request) in French.
Playing shows
An entire season of improvised shows and plays is scheduled for 2021-2022. Based on famous genres and featuring improvisers from all over the Netherlands!
Auditions
For our productions we hold free, open auditions for anyone with theatre or improv experience. We love meeting new, diverse players.
Traveling the world
After a year-long improv tour around the world—the Perryweerd Honeymoon Tour—Laura and Gael continue to travel to teach abroad in festivals and improv companies.
What Drives Us
Our Mission Statement
We want to create a community of improv learners as well as professional improvisers.
We want to base this community on care, support, respect and diversity.
We want to produce our art with ambition and quality, professionalism and heart.
We want to bring improv to unknown territories.
We want to build a local community for all, and bring people together around the passion of improv.
Upcoming Events
Flock & Friends – The Fraltons are back!
Flock & Friends – The Fraltons are back!
Two shows in one ticket! An exclusive all-female show directed by Flock's founder Laura, followed by an international speechless show, the Fraltons.
I Will Survive – Improvised play in the 90s
I Will Survive – Improvised play in the 90s
The last creation and production of Flock Theatre for its main cast! An improvised theatre play set in the 90s, and exploring the life of that unique decade: the AIDS crisis and its impact on people's lives, on a background of boys bands, walkmans and colorful sweaters.
I Will Survive – Improvised play in the 90s
I Will Survive – Improvised play in the 90s
The last creation and production of Flock Theatre for its main cast! An improvised theatre play set in the 90s, and exploring the life of that unique decade: the AIDS crisis and its impact on people's lives, on a background of boys bands, walkmans and colorful sweaters.
Flock & Friends – The Brothers Lionheart
Flock & Friends – The Brothers Lionheart
An exceptional adventure improvised by an international cast from the Netherlands, France, Greece and the USA! Join us for a tale of friendship, imagination and fantasy.
Discover
The faces of Flock
Laura Doorneweerd-Perry
Co-director of Flock Theatre
Gael Doorneweerd-Perry
Co-director of Flock Theatre
Davide Dispenza
Improviser and traveller
Nardje Trepels
Improviser and hospital clown
Huib van der Gaag
Improviser and Noorder
Christianna Tsigkou
Improviser and film lover
Ashley Moore
Improviser and adventurer
Discover improv
Other events and links
The improv learning center
Flock Theatre’s Gael build a beautiful platform of online masterclasses about improv from 20+ international teachers. A wealth of knowledge and joy!
Teaching Improv With Confidence
Our very own Laura teaches twice a year her signature course for teachers. In 9 weeks you will learn what confident improv teaching looks like for you.Â