New Orleans
Do Scenes, Get Notes!
Saturday, July 25th from 4:30 to 6:30pm at Big Couch
Think of this as a step up from a jam. You don't just get more time to play, but you'll also get quality feedback to help you grow as a performer. Sharpen your skills without a long-term commitment or add something to your current class schedule. Plus, everyone who attends a Do Scenes, Get Notes session gets free admission to that evening's Big Big Show. If you are not a Big Couch students, alumni, and regular performer, please email carrie@bigcouchnola.com to inquire about whether or not this opportunity is right for you!
Improv for Actors
Saturdays, August 1, 8, 15 & 22 from 2:30 to 5:30pm at Big Couch
Improv for Actors is a four-part workshop series designed to help actors at every level unlock new skills by exploring the fundamentals of improv comedy and applying them directly to scripted work. Whether you’re preparing for an audition, deepening your stage or screen practice, or just looking to shake loose and play, this series will give you tools you’ll use for the rest of your career. Choose the sessions that work for you, OR save when you register for one or more! 1 session = $40 | 2 sessions = $75 | 3 sessions = $100 | All 4 sessions = $115
Session 1: Fundamentals
Saturday, August 1st from 2:30 to 5:30pm at Big Couch
In the first of a four-part workshop series, we will explore the fundamental principle of improv, Yes, And…, and how this principle can build skills in active listening and confident communication that actors can apply directly to work on stage, on screen, and in auditions.
Session 2: Characters
Saturday, August 8th from 2:30 to 5:30pm at Big Couch
In the second of a four-part workshop series, we will explore the elements of improv character development, including how to create a believable character quickly and confidently, and how to apply that structure and confidence to the deeper development of character in acting work.
Session 3: Emotions
Saturday, August 15th from 2:30 to 5:30pm at Big Couch
In the third of a four-part workshop series, we will explore the importance of emotional connection in improv and making emotional choices in the moment. This work will help actors live presently in their characters and trust their instincts in scenes.
Session 4: Putting it All Together
Saturday, August 22nd from 2:30 to 5:30pm at Big Couch
In the final section of our workshop series, we will tie all of our previous work together to perform improv scenes with attention and support using clear characters and strong emotional choices. This will leave participants with a new confidence in their ability to communicate scripted work naturally and confidently.
Oxford, MS
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Improvised creativity comes so naturally to us as children, but we often lose sight of its value as adults. Improv comedy training can help us begin to once again work out those creative "muscles", leading to more confident social interactions, stronger professional and personal relationships, and a regular outlet for joy in our lives.
Drawing from eleven years and thousands of hours of teaching and coaching experience, our four-level long-form comedic improv curriculum is designed to inspire compelling, character driven scene work. Each level is eight weeks long, culminating in a showcase show in front of a live audience.
I had such an awesome time in Improv level 1 class with Dave Hamilton! Everyone in class is so much fun! And its awesome to just be in a space with a group of HAPPINESS!!!! Improv has definitely boosted my confidence!
Curriculum Overview:
Improv Level 1
In the first of four levels in our long-form improv curriculum, we will use the Formula of Improv to teach compelling, character driven, long-form improv scene work. We introduce the fundamental concepts of "Yes, and...", "If this, then what", structure/filter, and more!
Improv Level 2
Level 2 will take the fundamental lessons from Level 1 and expand on them to take your scenes from good to great. We look at scene dynamics, joyful discovery, specificity, and multiple person scenes.
Improv Level 3
Level 3 will focus on pattern, game, and introduce the use of devices. Students will learn how to support their teammates with Tag Outs and Walk Ons.
