Outside vs. Inside: Idea-based vs. Reality-based improv with Dave Dennison

Fri Apr 10 2026 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm UTC-07:00

BATS Bayfront Theatre | San Francisco

BATS Improv School
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Outside vs. Inside: Idea-based vs. Reality-based improv with Dave Dennison
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Class starts April 10; 1 session
About this Event

Class Time/Dates: 7:00pm-10:00pm on Friday // April 10

Schedule: 1 session

Class length: 3 hours

Class size: 16 students maximum

Prerequisite: F3 or equivalent experience required.

Please email to confirm eligibility and get the access code, or if you have additional questions about requirements.

Tuition: $63


As improvisers, we can play on the outside of the reality that we are creating, tracking the offers and the narrative and thinking in terms of what comes next, OR we can be characters within the reality, whose choices come from what the character knows and experiences. If we are in the ideas of a scene, we tend to be less connected to the location, characters or fellow players. We’re looking for the next idea of the scene to move it along. We may feel pressure to come up with something good, clever, interesting or funny. If we’re inside the reality, the next thing comes naturally. And yet, I believe there are certain times when we need ideas to spark our imagination and enter the reality. In this class, we’ll experience playing both ways and explore the value of both.


We have community standards, a conflict process, and a COVID prevention policy in place. Agreement/acceptance of these policies is required to participate in BATS classes. Please use the links above to access and read these policies, and check the boxes during registration to indicate your agreement/confirmation.


BATS Improv Class Refund Policy

All class sales are final. In the event we cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, we’ll refund your tuition in full.


Accessibility at Fort Mason

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking: Fort Mason provides accessible parking spaces and entrances for visitors with disabilities.
  • Accessible restrooms: ADA-compliant restrooms are available throughout the facility.

If you need specific accommodations or have unique accessibility concerns, please email us at [email protected] and we'll be happy to assist.


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BATS Bayfront Theatre, 2 Marina Blvd, Bldg B, 3rd Floor, San Francisco, United States

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