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 nine 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!
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Improv Level 2
Tuesdays from 6-8p beginning March 19th at The Lafayette County Arena Classrooms
This eight-week course, offered in partnership with the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council , is the second of four levels in our long-form improv curriculum. 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. Previous improv experience is preferred.
$235 for YAC members / $250 for non-members
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Improv Level 4
Wednesdays from 6-8p beginning March 20th at The Lafayette County Arena Classrooms
This eight-week course, offered in partnership with the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council, is the final level of our long-form improv curriculum. Level 4 will work on the ensemble and how to get the most from every performance. We look at individual strengths and weaknesses, mindfulness, and callbacks through extensive scene notes and discussion.
$235 for YAC members / $250 for non-members
Registration is by invitation only. For more information, please email us.
Improv Level 0: Free Intro Workshop
Sunday, May 19th from 4-5.30p at The Powerhouse
This free workshop, offered in partnership with the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council, will introduce you to the basic fundamentals of improv and our style of teaching.
Registration is required as space is limited.
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Improv Level 1
Wednesdays from 6-8p beginning May 29th at The Powerhouse
This eight-week course, offered in partnership with the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council, is the first of four levels in our long-form improv curriculum.
In Level 1, students will use The Formula of Improv to learn the fundamentals of improv, including "Yes, and...", and "If this, then what".
No experience necessary, all are welcome!
$235 for YAC members / $250 for non-members
Limited scholarships available, download the form here.
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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, Walk Ons, and Cut Tos.
