The ColdTowne Conservatory offers a unique approach to improvisation study in Austin. Our extensive touring schedule has allowed us the opportunity to study with a variety of improv theaters all over the country. With our experience studying such a variety of styles and improv concepts, we've amassed an original perspective on the art form itself as well as the study of improv. In collaboration with veteran improvisers from The Frank Mills, ColdTowne Conservatory's distinctive philosophy is taught in a multi-level design that gives our students an innovative approach to improvisational theater.

The ColdTowne Conservatory’s sketch writing program is the only training program of its type in Austin. Our instructors have written, directed, produced, and performed with sketch groups all over the United States and in Europe, including The Second City and Boom Chicago. We have taken this experience and crafted a syllabus that will expose students to a variety of sketch comedy styles and approaches. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to assemble their sketches into a real sketch review at the ColdTowne Theater.

Classes are two hours once a week for eight weeks at the ColdTowne Theater. Classes are $200 per session. After completion of Level Two, we urge our students to form troupes to experiment with the most valuable teacher of all: stage time. All students of ColdTowne Conservatory see shows for free at the ColdTowne Theater. Ask about internships and discounts for classes.