ColdTowne Theater

Level 5: Advanced Forms

Prerequisite: Must have taken a Level 4 improv class at ColdTowne.

Students will build upon their knowledge of the Harold by exploring other improv show formats and structures. These structures include The Deconstruction, Close Quarters, Spokane, and other popular forms. Through practice of these structures, students will hone their abilities while also gaining an understanding of the various parts and workings of an improv form. Understanding how to produce the kind of show you want to put up by creating your own form will be essential for the final level. This class includes a student performance!

MATT ALSPAUGH is a seasoned improviser, director, and improv coach with a passion for developing dynamic teams through the creation of compelling scenes and authentic characters. Trained at renowned institutions such as UCB, The Magnet, The PIT, and Story Pirates in New York City, Matt brings his wealth of experience and expertise to his coaching here at ColdTowne Theater.

His directing portfolio includes productions like Gutenberg! The Musical! (Austin, ColdTowne Theater), .38 Special Character Showcase (Austin, ColdTowne Theater), Bored of Education (New York, The Producers Club), Stand Up Ditchberg (New York, The Arthur Seelen Theater at The Drama Book Shop), and Opening Night (New York, The Magnet). Matt has coached numerous house sketch teams for The Magnet (Dreadful Affair, Kinfolk, Just Karen) and The PIT’s Boogie Manja (Water House Party Time).  Additionally, he has performed with his various improv and sketch teams in numerous comedy festivals such as The Del Close Marathon, Montreal Sketch Fest, The New York Sketch Festival, The Philadelphia Sketch Festival, and The Boston Improv Festival.

As a performer, Matt wrote and starred in the one-man character showcase High/Low Character Show (New York, The Magnet). He continues to improvise for audiences every Sunday night with his Harold team, All Night, All Night, All Night (Austin, ColdTowne Theater). 

He is also a lover of cold brew,  New Haven pizza, and dogs that look at you when their head is tilted to the side (you know that look).