Start Date: TO BE ANNOUNCED
A fun, interactive improv course that’s sure to get those creative juices flowing!
In this introductory course, students will learn the basics rules of improv and performance, from the comfort of their own home. From “yes, and” to listening skills to finding your voice and much more. This course is perfect for kids who want to develop their natural charisma, confidence, and timing. Over four weeks, the students will engage in classic theatre warmup activities designed to get their energy and focus up. A variety of fundamental improv games will help develop their ability to create dialogue on the fly. Later classes will provide written material to practice infusing blank scripts with character and storytelling. We’ll also use objects and inspiration from around the house.
These classic skills can be used beyond the classroom or the stage. Practice public speaking, language skills, social skills and so much more!
Class start time, dates and age group options
GROUP 1: Teens, 13+
Not available for this age group
GROUP 2: Ages 10, 11, 12
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 6:55 p.m.
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
MONDAYS
GROUP 3: Ages 8 & 9
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 6:55 p.m.
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
THURSDAYS
Class Schedule
Class 1
Introduction to Improv and Acting
Students will get to know each other and learn basic theatre games adapted for the online format. They will create simple monologue and/or dialogue scenes together.
Class 2
Character and Relationships
Students will create characters then interact with each other to create storylines.
Class 3
Emotional Expression
Students will learn how to convey a variety of emotions through vocal exercises and facial expressions. These will be used to build on their character and relationship work.
Class 4
Monologues and Neutral Scenes
Students will apply the skills they’ve learned to ‘neutral scenes’ and monologues. These are scripts that have no context and must be infused with ideas, character, and storytelling
Subjects
- Voice and Speech
- Storytelling
- Character Development
- Relationship building
- World building
- Visualization
- Physicality
- Emotional Expression
- So much more!
Required Equipment
- A computer, Zoom and an internet connection
- A printer or tablet would be useful to read scripts beyond the main computer screen, but it is not required