The 2-hour workshop for new and new-ish improvisers is a fun way to explore improv comedy. We'll get to know each other and then go through some exercises and games in a fun, safe, supportive environment. See you there!

Instructor: Tony DeRosa

You Can’t Be Serious: An Exploration of Dramatic Improv is a four class series! This course is designed for Intermediate level improvisers. We will dive into the more serious side of improv, delving into emotional and grounded scene work. Acting techniques and narrative structure will be studied in order to deepen understanding of dramatic improv concepts. The class will result in a showcase performance where the improvisers can show off what was learned.

Class Dates: May 1, 8, 15, and 22 from 7-9:30 PM.

Instructor: Havah Roussel

Social Commentary + Theme is a 4-week advanced class where we'll dig deeper into two of the elements of the Deconstruction: commentary and theme. In particular, we'll analyze the beliefs, wants, and behaviors of characters and then explore what they may have to say about society at large.

As players recognize themes in their work, they can develop them over the course of a long form set. In the end, the goal is to create a performance that feels connected and has a particular point of view.

Class Dates: April 28, May 5, 12, and 19 from 1-3:30 pm.

Instructor: Tony DeRosa

Created by the legendary iOChicago improv team THE FAMILY under the direction of Del Close, The Improvised Movie long form structure is a fun, fast-paced stylized piece that will strengthen your understanding of story, plot, narrative structures & genre tropes through the creative use of applying cinematic language to the theatrical stage!

3 worlds. 12 characters. 21 scenes. This is The Ladder.

Improvisers must learn to be efficient with their use of character and relationship to tell a story. Whether in use as a class/rehearsal exercise, an improvised show format or structure for a scripted one act play, The Ladder is a wonderful tool to hone an improviser’s focus to a razor sharp edge on what are the most important parts of a staged theatrical piece: character, relationship & story.

No matter what form your team is doing, it is important that you learn the basics of being able to appear to be performing a piece on purpose.

Created by The Family, and under the direction of Del Close himself, The Deconstruction is the single most important long form ever created as it contains every single possible permutation of scene approach and thematic development.

An understanding of The Deconstruction is essential for the artistic, intellectual and technical development of an improviser. Quite simply, an improviser’s understanding of the “work” will never be the same after being exposed to “Decon”; whether you perform short form, improvised Shakespeare or are merely a writer looking to improve your understanding of character and structure, learning these skills will radically improve your understanding of improvisation and raise your level of play.

The 2-hour workshop for new and new-ish improvisers is a fun way to explore improv comedy. We'll get to know each other and then go through some exercises and games in a fun, safe, supportive environment. See you there!

Instructor: Tony DeRosa

The 2-hour workshop exercise will use emotion, music, and movement to force you to communicate without speaking. During a three-minute song, participants will be asked to covey the provided who, where, and what of a scene by using only physicality and object work. (Learn more below.)

Instructor: Chris Moody

Feels like developing great improv characters is a losing battle? Don’t retreat... ATTACK! Explore different tools and techniques that quickly and effectively build rich, sustainable improv characters. Get more confidence and practice when trying on bold personalities and attributes! Gain skills that help develop unique characters quickly for your next show! This four-week class taught by veteran teacher and performer Kristy Nolen is for advanced improvisers with performance experience.

Class Dates: April 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 7-9:30 PM. Class showcase on April 25.

Instructor: Kristy Nolen

This class will introduce you to improv comedy in a fun, supportive environment. We use a variety of games, techniques, and exercises to promote play and lay a solid foundation. If you've ever wondered if improv might be for you, this is your chance.

Class Dates: Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21 (show date)

This class will introduce you to improv comedy in a fun, supportive environment. We use a variety of games, techniques, and exercises to promote play and lay a solid foundation. If you've ever wondered if improv might be for you, this is your chance.

Class Dates: Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20 (show date)

This workshop is all about easing into scenes without the heavy-lifting of big exposition. As improvisers we can burden ourselves with too many big ideas, when great simple scenes can evolve naturally through listening to your partner. We will go over how to focus on your scene partner so you can stay present and grounded and get out of your head. This workshop will give you the tools to learn how to build a great scene brick-by-brick!

Instructor: Aaron Johnstone

Dust the Rust Off is an improv class for intermediate to advanced performers. It runs 4 consecutive Wednesdays starting on February 28 with a class show on March 21. Each class runs from 7-9:30 pm. The registration fee covers 4 sessions and the class show. (Learn more below.)

Dust the Rust Off is an improv class for intermediate to advanced performers. It runs 4 consecutive Tuesdays starting on February 27 with a class show on March 21. Each class runs from 7-9:30 pm. The registration fee covers 4 sessions and the class show. (Learn more below.)

Dust the Rust Off is an improv class for intermediate to advanced performers. It runs 4 consecutive Mondays starting on February 26 with a class show on March 21. Each class runs from 7-9:30 pm. The registration fee covers 4 sessions and the class show. (Learn more below.)