Scene Bootcamp with Jerry Ruoti [PRQ-I]

Class Time/Dates: 10:00am-5:00pm on Saturday // September 12

Schedule: 1 session

Class size: 12 students maximum

Prerequisite: Foundation 4 or equivalent experience. Email [email protected] for the access code or with any questions.

Tuition: $150

Some of my favorite improv to perform is open short scenework. Great scenes aren't made by talking about scenes. They're made by doing them.

This one-day intensive is devoted entirely to open short scenework, with a special focus on the two-person scene, the foundation of great improv. Through a full day of scene work, individualized coaching, and immediate opportunities to apply feedback, you'll strengthen the skills that make scenes engaging, dynamic, and fun to watch.

Together, we'll explore the choices that bring scenes to life, including relationship, emotional commitment, specificity, listening, pacing, and creating momentum without forcing it. We'll break down why scenes succeed, identify common pitfalls, and discover practical tools you can apply immediately in your own improv.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your fundamentals or elevate your scenework, Scene Bootcamp is a full day of focused practice, thoughtful feedback, and hands-on coaching designed to help you build stronger, more engaging scenes with confidence.

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.

Refunds / Transfers / Exchanges

All BATS Improv class registrations are final, and we’re not able to offer refunds or transfers once you’ve enrolled.

Canceled Classes

If we need to cancel a class due to low enrollment, illness, or other surprises, you’ll receive a class credit good through the end of the calendar year. Credits can be applied to any BATS Improv class for which you've satisfied the prerequisites, or gifted to a friend or family member.

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.