Spontaneity | Winter 2020 | Sundays

This class is great for beginners and those improvisers looking to get out of their heads.  The class will help you to pull new ideas from thin air and teach you the power of being in the moment and listening.  A strong focus on accepting ideas and adding on to them will provide you with the tools to be a great improviser and an awesome human being.  This class is guaranteed to help you get those creative juices flowing and lead you down the path of spontaneous creation.

This class will cover concepts like:

• Yes And…
• Storytelling
• C.R.O.W. – the baselines of a scene
• Thinking quickly
• Accepting failure
• Strong Listening
• Being in the Moment

Dates: Sundays, January 12^th – March 1st
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Chris Jones
Location: The Upfront Theatre

Note: Must be 18 years or older to attend this class.

Advanced Spontaneity | Winter 2020 | Tuesdays

This class takes a more focused look at expanding the student’s ability to instantly come up with new and imaginative ideas that partner with the information at hand; this involves listening to new input and directly expanding on that information.  The class will give students the confidence to put themselves out there and make anything work and is for both improvisers looking to be bolder in their craft and for use at work and home to raise confidence in the ability to engage with new customers, business partners, coworkers, and people in your daily life.

This class will cover concepts like:

• Yes And…
• Storytelling – A Hero’s Journey
• A stronger understanding of C.R.O.W.
• Thinking quickly
• Scene work
• Mime Work
• Strong Listening
• Character Work
• Being comfortable presenting in front of others

Dates: Tuesdays, January 21st – March 10th 
Time: 6:15 — 8:15pm
Instructor: Dartanion London
Location: The Upfront Studio

Prerequisites: Spontaneity Class, minimal level of improv training, or permission of Education Director.

Note: Must be 18 years old or older to attend this class.

Intro to Musical Improv | Winter 2020 | Wednesdays

This class will provide students with the basic tools to begin incorporating music into their improv. Students will practice rhyming, learn a variety of musical genres, dabble in vocal percussion (beatboxing), and work towards creating completely improvised songs together. Those who take this class will gain new skills and confidence in their musical improv skills, regardless of singing ability.

Dates: Wednesdays, January 22nd – March 11th (Classes are once a week for 8 weeks)
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Sammy Jolly & Jake Barrow
Location: The Upfront Theatre

Prerequisites: Spontaneity Class, minimal level of improv training, or permission of Education Director. Must be at least 18 years old.

Recommended Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced Spontaneity.

Theatrical Improv | Winter 2020 | Thursdays

This class will focus on improv performance through the scope of theatre arts training.  Students will use improv in tandem with scripted material to make a beautiful blending of the two.  It will dive deep into character development, the history of a scene, monologues, and creating great theatrical stage presence.

Kris Erickson brings a breadth of knowledge to this class, from a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre to 20 years of improvising in and leading improv troupes.

This class will cover:

• Characters
• Monologues
• Stage Presence
• Objectives
• Story Arcs
• Creating History

Dates: Thursdays, January 23rd – March 12th (Classes are once a week for 8 weeks)
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Instructor: Kris Erickson
Location: The Upfront Studio Space

Prerequisites: Completion of Advanced Spontaneity, Spontaneity Class, higher level of improv training, or permission of Education Director. Must be at least 18 years old.

Recommended Prerequisite: Environment, Characters & Relationships, Storytelling, & Two Person Scenework

Youth Improv | Winter 2020 | Tuesdays
Ages 9-13 years old. This course will excite and inspire students, introducing them to the wonderful world of improvisation! Through games and physical exercises, students will engage their imagination and creativity. They will practice teamwork and positive communication skills, building their confidence and discovering their own potential in a fun and safe group environment.

Dates: Tuesdays, January 21st – March 10th (Showcase Monday March 16th @ 6pm)
Time: 4:30 – 6:00pm
Instructor:  Linnaea Groh
Location: The Upfront Theatre

NOTE: When completing your purchase please leave the name and age of the child you are registering in the comments section of your order.

Teen Improv | Winter 2020 | Thursdays
Ages 14-17 years old. This course will excite and inspire students, introducing them to the wonderful world of improvisation! Through games and physical exercises, students will engage their imagination and creativity. They will practice teamwork and positive communication skills, building their confidence and discovering their own potential in a fun and safe group environment.

Dates: Thursdays, January 22nd – March 12th (Showcase Monday March 16th @ 6pm)
Time: 4:30 – 6:00pm
Instructor:  Jake Barrow
Location: The Upfront Theatre

NOTE: When completing your purchase please leave the name and age of the child you are registering in the comments section of your order.