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INTRO TO IMPROV FREE WORKSHOP

Sunday 10/1
2-4 p.m.

Discover the laughs and joy improv comedy brings to the soul in a super-fun, 2 hour free workshop. Learn how to think on your feet, increase confidence, and build characters on stage. It’s a great way to test the waters. Open only to those that have never taken a Held2gether class before.

IMPROV REBOOT! WORKSHOP

Thursday 10/12
7-9:30
$30

A night of reps working out scenework, foundations and character techniques. Classic and new innovative exercises to keep you fresh and ready for the next level! With Darren Held

SHORT FORM PERFORMANCE CLASS

Wednesdays
10/18 – 11/15
Friday 11/17
7-10 p.m.
Show Saturday 11/18 8 p.m.
$225

This killer class culminates in a show at the end. Learn a variety of games, play with multiple players, learn new scenework and character strategies. Then perform them for the public, family and friends! Directed by Darren Held

Prerequisite: Level 2 Improv & Instructor Permission

NARRATIVE IMPROV WORKSHOP

Tuesday 11/2
7-10 p.m.
$35

Learn the art of improvised storytelling, creating a narrative and working as an ensemble! With Darren Held

Prerequisite: Level 2 Improv

SKETCH WRITING

Mondays
11/6 – 12/11
7-10 p.m.
$225

Have you ever wanted to write for the likes of Saturday Night Live or Key & Peele? Learn how to write a variety of sketches for stage and film with this introductory class. Discover writing a point of view for multiple characters, writing solo, monologues and collaborative writing. You’ll write rough drafts of multiple sketches to share with your peers. Outside work required Instructed.

All Levels Welcome

IMPROV LEVEL 1 FOUNDATIONS

Tuesdays
11/7 – 12/12
7-10 p.m.
$225

In this 6-week introductory class, we’ll explore the foundations of successful improvisation: agreement, collaboration and commitment. These skills enhance listening and play, while creating a strong foundation for improv comedy scenes.

STAND-UP COMEDY DROP-IN

Thursday 11/9
7-9 p.m.
$30

One night only! Join comedian Garry Haley to discover your voice, develop jokes, and get comfortable onstage. Class size is limited.

REIMPROVISATION: SCENE INTO SKETCH

Thursday 11/16
7-10 p.m.
$30

Finally! Your chance to actually do your improv scenes over again. In Reimprovisation, we’ll create improv scenes, analyze the funny and re-improvise them, hitting the beats that would create a fantastic comedy sketch. Limited space.

Prerequisite: Level 2 Scenework

HOLIDAY SONG DROP-IN

Thursday 12/7
7-9 p.m.
$25

Join H2g Musical Director Scott Saegesser for the ultimate – a day of creating our own holiday songs! No singing expertise necessary, just a joyful spirit and previous improv experience. This will the first and last time these new classics are ever heard.

Prerequisite: Improv Foundations Level 1

LONG FORM CLAP-IN WORKSHOP

Thursday 12/28
7-10 p.m.
$35

Learn the long form clap-in technique originated by Groundlings Holly Mandel. Create multiple characters, go forward and backward in time and learn the essence of heightening and exploration.

Prerequisite: Foundations Level 1

IMPROV LEVEL 2 SCENEWORK

Mondays
1/8 – 2/26
7-9:15 p.m.
$225

Level 2 builds on the foundation learned in the Intro course, and propels you into the heart of improv – the scene. Through a variety of games and formats, you’ll focus on relationships, developing characters, and building your performance skills as you develop the playful improviser within. With Darren Held

Prerequisite: Level 1 Foundations and Instructor Permission