Have fun learning the art of comedy!

MONDAYS 6:30PM – 9:30PM

Have you ever wanted to try writing sketch comedy but weren’t sure how to start? Whether you’re a beginning writer, a seasoned writer looking to learn a new form, or just want to refocus your writing in an encouraging, collaborative atmosphere, this class is for you. SKETCH 101 focuses on the fundamentals of sketch writing, including idea generation, brainstorming, comic premises and sketch structure. In the final two weeks of class, students will work with a cast of actors to create a performance of staged readings of their best sketches for their class show! We recommend you bring a notebook or laptop for in-class exercises and writing assignments.

Teacher: Asher O’Briant
8 weeks
First class: March 10th
Class show: April 28th
Prerequisites: none

$300 $275 Early Bird Price | 18+

Whether you are a seasoned performer looking to get back to basics, a beginner looking to explore improv comedy for the first time, or someone just looking to get out of their own head, this class is for you. Learning new skills through improvisational comedy games & exercises, you’ll focus on agreement and extension (“Yes, And”), group mind, give and take, and basic environment and object work in a supportive, playful environment. IMPROV 101 culminated with a class show performance for friends and family!

Teacher: Cynthia Dallas
8 weeks
First class: March 12th
Class show: April 29th
Prerequisites: none

$300 $275 Early Bird Price | 18+

WEDNESDAYS 6:30PM – 9:30PM

Have you ever wanted to try stand-up comedy but weren’t sure how to start? This class is for you! You’ll learn exercises, tools, and techniques for generating ideas, writing jokes, preparing your act, and analyzing and improving your performance. We’ll cover on-stage mechanics and “comedy etiquette.” This class explores the wide variety of styles of stand-up, extracting lessons that can be incorporated into your act, in a supportive and fun environment. Through this 8 week course that culminates with a class show, you’ll discover and develop your personal comedy voice, while building a foundation for continued growth.

Teacher: Zivan Vasquez
8 weeks
First class: March 12th
Class show: April 30th
Prerequisites: none

$300 | 18+

MONDAYS 6:30PM – 9:30PM

This 8 week class focuses on one of the most critical elements of great improv: scenework.  Building on the foundations and skills of IMPROV 101, here we focus on starting scenes with decisive initiations and confident stage presence. Agreement and group mind will be taken to the next level as well as working on character development and emotional investment. Trusting yourself as well as your scene partner is the first step towards great scene work. IMPROV 102 concludes with a class performance showcasing the skills of building a strong comedic scene.

Teacher: Tyler Ray Kendrick
8 weeks
First class: March 10th
Class show: April 28th
Prerequisites: 101

$300 $275 Early Bird Price | 18+

THURSDAYS 6:30PM – 9:30PM

This 8 week class focuses on one of the most critical elements of great improv: scenework.  Building on the foundations and skills of IMPROV 101, here we focus on starting scenes with decisive initiations and confident stage presence. Agreement and group mind will be taken to the next level as well as working on character development and emotional investment. Trusting yourself as well as your scene partner is the first step towards great scene work. IMPROV 102 concludes with a class performance showcasing the skills of building a strong comedic scene.

Teacher: Missy Moreno
8 weeks
First class: March 13th
Class show: May 1st
Prerequisites: 101

$300 $275 Early Bird Price | 18+

This class addresses one of the most common hurdles for improv students: how do I find and play the game of the scene? The concert of “game” can feel intangible, but by focusing on identifying (“naming”) games and patterns within your scenework for eight weeks, this class will give you the tools you need to kick up any short form game or long form set you perform. You’ll leave this class with tried-and-true formulas to guarantee laughs and push your improv comedy to the next level.

Teacher: Sara Kantner
8 weeks
First class: March 13th
Class show: April 30th
Prerequisites: 101, 102

$300 $275 Early Bird Price | 18+

TUESDAYS 6:30PM – 9:30PM

Over the course of 8 weeks, you will receive 4 weeks of short form improv training, followed by 4 weeks of LIVE SHOWS so you can hone your skills in front of a live audience! Get the irreplaceable feedback of the laughter of a crowd alongside notes from the instructor after each live show. In addition to sharpening your comedy skills, you’ll learn the ins-and-outs of putting on a great short form improv show from creating setlists and hosting games to working with live audiences.

Teacher: Beth Geatches
8 weeks
First class: March 11th
Performance Labs: Tuesday April 8th, 15th, and 22nd
Class show: April 29th
Prerequisites: 101, 102

$300 $275 Early Bird Price | 18+