Improv Classes
Improv 101 In The Park
Coach:
Cost:
Participants:
Location:
Chris McIlveen
FREE (for a limited time; regular price $175)
6-10 per class
Centennial Park (Barrie) & Keogh Park (Tottenham)
Learn the tremendous power of “Yes, And!” in this six-part course. Designed with the complete beginner in mind, you do not need any acting or improv experience to participate. All you need is a sense of adventure and a willingness to be silly.
All skills are taught through a combination of warmups, exercises, drills, discussions, and focused games or scene formats. Three or four new games will be explored each session.
After the six sessions, show off your new skills and knowledge to a select audience of friends and family in an exclusive ‘one night only’ improv showcase!
Yes, And!
Active Listening
Staying Present
Commitment
Setting The Stage
Characterization
Learn to work with your partners to turn audience suggestions into compelling drama.
Learn to pick up on all the clues and cues your partner is providing.
Master being in the moment and stop worrying about what happens next.
Practice turning ‘mistakes’ into scene-changing dramatic moments.
Learn how to create immersive environments for your scenes.
Create a variety of distinct characters with a simple four-step technique.
The curriculum for this Improv 101 course is a modified version of a longer course coach Chris McIlveen has been teaching for several years. This is the first time this modified course is being taught. Since this structure is still being workshopped, Third Space Theatre is offering the first run of the course for free. In addition, there is currently no set times or days yet for Improv 101 in the Park; scheduling will depend on participants’ availabilities.
To register for the course, or for more information, please send an email to info@thirdspacetheatre.ca.
When registering, please include your name and whether you want the Barrie or Tottenham course.