Classes
The Improv Space is not only a theater; it is also a learning center. Sign up for any of our levels or guest classes using the PayPal link to the right.
The Improv Space Classes – $180
Level 1 - The Space Basics – Check for Sign-ups in the fall.
Level 2 – Advanced Scenework – Check for Sign-ups in the fall.
Level 3 – Long Form – Check for Sign-ups in the fall.
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The Improv Space Classes
Level 1 – The Space Basics
End Goal: Learning The Improv Space philosophy and vocabulary. Students will be able to do a three minute scene using bold and confident choices to support the story and their partner.
CLASS 1. Getting used to talking in front of people/comfortable on stage
CLASS 2. Listening and agreeing 1 (both in mouth and body)
CLASS 3. Listening and agreeing 2 (space and time)
CLASS 4. Choices 1: Status – making sure to touch on shifts in status
CLASS 5. Choices 2: Emotion
CLASS 6. Choices 3: Character/Relationship
CLASS 7. Review & prepare for show
CLASS 8. Review & prepare for show
End Goal: Learning the technical aspects of completing a full story arc.
CLASS 1. Review and Advanced Relationship/Reveal/React
CLASS 2. Editing (technical elements of long-form: support, wipes, taps)
CLASS 3. Monologues (drawing information from monologues; hosting and presentation)
CLASS 4. The Third Person (third person relating to story & starting scenes with 3 people)
CLASS 5. Story Arc 1 (What’s your deal, character?)
CLASS 6. Story Arc 2 (What’s the deal, scene?)
CLASS 7. Review & Prepare for show
CLASS 8. Review & Prepare for show, Show
End Goal: Learning the structures that will students to perform long-form scenes. Students will have the confidence and knowledge to go out and do improv in the world.
Week 1: Review
Week 2: Montage workshop
Week 3: Movie format
Week 4: “The Game”
Week 5: The Harold
Week 6: The Harold
Week 7: review/rehearse for show
Week 8: Show