Workshops
Improv Deconstructed with Ithamar Enriquez
Feeling stuck in old improv patterns? Redefine what you've already learned in fun and guided chaos. Let’s bend traditional structures, break some rules, explore the possibilities of ensemble play and reimagine what improv can be. You will learn to trust your instincts, make unexpected choices, and embrace the weird. This is your space to play with form, get messy, and think way outside the box.
Point of View with Dave Razowsky
It’s the bedrock of every relationship. You state your point of view, and your partner says theirs. Sounds easy, right? But how often are scenes derailed because the actors don’t hold onto their points of view or mindlessly add unnecessary details that throw the scene off course? Recognizing, maintaining, and evolving a point of view creates confident and exciting scenes.
Little Scene on the Prairie with Michelle Giorlando
Let's explore initiations and characters for genre scenes! This workshop will give you practice on how to inject genre scenes into any set or game, not just a genre-specific one. We'll look at shortcuts to genre through initiations, scene building and characters to get a scene off the ground.
Intro to Musical Improv with Tara DeFrancisco and Rance Rizutto
Intro to Musical Improv with Tara DeFrancisco and Rance Rizutto
Improv to Sketch with Marc Warzecha
Ready to turn your improv scenes into polished, stage-worthy sketches? Join us in person for Improv to Sketch, a fast-paced, hands-on workshop led by Second City alum Marc Warzecha. With only 8 participant spots available, this hands on workshop guides you through the exact process the pros use - improvising, discovering, reworking, and writing - to develop killer sketch material. You'll get real-time feedback, and walk away with practical tools to continue to turn your improv into sketch!
ClownProv with 2-Man No-Show
ClownProv blends elements found within clown work (physical comedy, le jeu, finding "the game," and joyful play) with improv. Participants will learn to maximize joy during performance; repeat and build off their successes and access their "inner clown" within the context of improv scene work.
Callbacks and Second Beats with Adam Cawley
Did you just create an incredibly fun character? Did the audience love them? Now that the scene is over, that character is gone forever—or is it? This class is all about finding innovative and surprising ways to effectively bring back characters you or your scene partners have created, and keep the fun going.
SOLD OUT - Finding Character with Jaime Moyer
Finding Character with Jaime Moyer
Description to be announced
Intermediate Musical Improvisation - Scenes, Songs, and Syzygy with Tara DeFrancisco
Intermediate Musical Improv Work AND Intermediate-Advanced Scene work Practice
** PLEASE NOTE THAT EXPERIENCE IN MUSICAL IMPROV IS REQUIRED FOR THIS WORKSHOP**
In addition to Beginning Musical Improv's fundamental skills and practice, this workshop focuses primarily on "earning the song", musical improv theory, proper warmups, 2 person duets, group support from the sidelines, and mostly the integrity of a good scene that pays off musically - when there's just too much to feel that words no longer do it service. In this workshop we'll let go of tightly gripping structure and instead enjoy more of what magical musical moments can happen when we instead listen to the piece. Remember the joy of what made you want to start, now revel in the delight of leaning in further to let the musical ride expand!
Shut up and Move! - with Ithamar
Shut up and Move!
A physical comedy workshop by Ithamar Enriquez
Get out of your head and back into your body. Ithamar will supply tools, exercises, and games to build your physical comedy toolbox! Be much more in your comedic work than just a talking head. Surprise yourself by using physicality as a form of expression, and build stronger scene work.
Along with his film and TV work, Ithamar Enriquez has traveled the country performing his silent physical comedy solo show, Ithamar Has Nothing To Say, which was developed into a web series produced by Jordan Peele and Keegan Michael Key. Ithamar's theatrical and film/TV work as an actor and improviser includes: The Second City Chicago, WandaVision, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Miracle Workers, The Jim Henson Company's Puppet Up, Lady Bird, A Series of Unfortunate Events and Key and Peele.
Playing Improvised Genre: Characters and Style - with Nick Armstrong
Playing Improvised Genre: Characters and Style
Nick will have the improviser explore a different side of long-form improvisation. In this workshop, improvisers will find how to successfully play genre-style improv and learn how to create rich and unforgettable characters. Stage picture, characters and environment all come together to create what we want the audience to think is a scripted piece.
Dangerous Games: Intro to Modern Clown - Chad Damiani
Dangerous Games: Intro to Modern Clown
The key to improvising clown work is creating games. But how can we add a sense of danger to our work – while still creating a safe space for the audience? This workshop explores different games and offers that walk that fine line. Good for all levels.
A Master Class on Mischief with 2-MAN NO-SHOW
A Master Class on Mischief with 2-MAN NO-SHOW (Isaac Kessler and Ken Hall)
Canadian Comedy Clownprov kings, 2-MAN NO-SHOW, break the 4th wall AND the rules to follow the play at all costs! Learn to sidestep 'the rules' of improv to rediscover the joy of playing in partnership with each other and the audience. Create games, subvert the expected and physically engage in a 4D way like never before. Discover what is possible when mischievous play is your priority! Follow the fun, so sign up today!
Transforming Space: Mastering Environment in Improv - with Patrick Williams
Transforming Space: Mastering Environment in Improv
Participants will delve into the critical elements of creating and interacting with their surroundings, bringing scenes to life with authenticity and depth through space and object work. You’ll learn how to construct vivid, believable settings that anchor your scenes and provide a rich backdrop for your characters’ interactions. You’ll also discover techniques to infuse objects with personal significance, enhancing their presence and impact within your improvisation, and finally you’ll invest in your environment, experiencing firsthand how deeply committing to your surroundings can elevate your performance, making your actions more convincing.
This workshop will empower you to harness the full potential of your environment, transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary stages. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or new to the world of improv, join us to refine your skills and discover the powerful connection between performer and setting.
Musical Improv with Dan Iwrey
Musical Improv
Ready to take center stage and bring down the house? Join us for an introduction to song structure where we'll explore the key elements of creating powerful, memorable, and hilarious improvised songs. This class will be led by top notch local and visiting musicians who will help deepen your connection with your accompanist and fellow performers. Some musical improv experience is recommended but not required.