Why Blurt?
Behind the Blurt
Tom White
Founder & Lead Instructor
Tom White brings over two decades of professional creative experience to his improv workshops, uniquely combining his extensive background as a performer, educator, and coach. Tom honed his comedic skills performing weekly at New York City's acclaimed Upright Citizens Brigade Theater, widely recognized as one of the top improv venues in the country.
His versatile acting career includes appearances on popular television shows such as Succession, Blindspot, Mr. Robot, Madam Secretary, and The Blacklist, along with roles in major films like Sharper and Passing. Tom earned Best Actor honors at the NYC Short Comedy Film Festival for his original short film, Again Sometime.
In theater, Tom has taken the stage Off-Broadway and at prominent regional venues like Portland Stage, The Alliance Theater, and The Cleveland Playhouse. His comedic work has been featured in The New York Times, NY Post, and The Today Show.
Beyond performing, Tom has deep roots in education and coaching. He has worked extensively at Exploration, the nation's leading academic summer enrichment program at Wellesley College, creating transformative learning experiences. Known for his nurturing, collaborative approach, Tom has coached numerous artists and students, many of whom have gone on to thriving careers in entertainment and beyond. His workshops emphasize creativity, collaboration, and turning playful ideas into powerful life skills.
But in his heart, he's still just a kid with a Mickey Mouse sweater and a chain.