• Level 1 - Introduction to Long-Form Improvisation

    This course is designed for anyone interested in learning the craft of scene-based improvisation. Through scenic games and exercises, the class will embrace the fundamentals of listening, risk-taking, working as a group and agreement. The main goals are to overcome fear and be open to growth as a performer. We will not look to inject our scenes with "funny" ideas but rather find the patterns and relationships that will build to a comedic crescendo. This class will not only introduce students to acting and comedy, but help those interested in building confidence for any type of public speaking and/or presentation in front of an audience.

    Length: 8 Weeks - 2.5 hour weekly session
    Cost: $195 ($145 for full time college students)
    Early Registration Discount: $35 off ( $20 off for full time college students)
    Prerequisite: none

  • Level 2 - Scenework

    Students in Level 2 will begin to patiently develop longer two-person and multi-person scenes, paying careful attention to dialogue, character, environment, and other components necessary to navigate them smoothly and interestingly. Through identifying "the game of the scene", students will learn a powerful tool in their improv arsenal.

    Length: 8 Weeks - 2.5 hour weekly session
    Cost: $195 ($145 for full time college students)
    Prerequisite: Level 1, or permission of instructor

  • Level 3 - Harold

    At this point, students will begin to put their scenes into performance-based forms with special attention paid to the classic form, the Harold. Developing openings, playing group games and heightening to second and third beats of their scenes, students will further invest in making their own edits and experimenting with different techniques and choices.

    Length: 8 Weeks - 2.5 hour weekly session
    Cost: $195 ($145 for full time college students)
    Prerequisite: Level 2, or permission of instructor

  • Level 4 - Performance Forms Survey

    Expanding from their study of Harold, students in Level 4 will continue to explore different performance forms. These may include the Bat, La Ronde, Deconstruction, Tagout, and the Living Room among others. Students will be pushed to experiment, take big risks and take collective responsibility for the given piece.

    Length: 8 Weeks - 2.5 hour weekly sessions
    Cost: $195 ($145 for full time college students)
    Prerequisite: Level 3, or permission of instructor

  • Level 5 - Performance

    Students in Level 5 will get intensive individual feedback coupled with at least four opportunities to perform in evening showcases. The class, with direction from the instructor, will develop the format of the group’s show style. After their showcases, students will meet with the instructor to get notes and further develop the form.

    Length: 8 Weeks - 2 hour weekly sessions as well as four evening showcases.
    Cost: $195 ($145 for full time college students)
    Prerequisite: Level 4