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ImprovWorks Classes
"The Noblest Art is That of Making Others Happy"
All of our improv comedy classes consist of weekly 2h30m classes for 8 weeks, followed by a class show for invited family and friends. Our courses usually take place at Haus Zwingli in Friedrichshain.
You'll also have a ton of fun and meet some amazing new friends!
We take a holistic approach to improv, where short- and long-form improv are treated as two sides of the same coin. We ground students in short-form game work as preparation for longer scene work, and in turn use scene work to improve our game work. In this way, graduates of our curriculum are well-prepared to perform both short- and long-form improv.
Because improv involves saying the first thing that comes to mind, it can surface our biases, however unconscious. At ImprovWorks, when problematic assumptions and stereotypes appear in our games or scenes, we take that as an opportunity to learn.
At the end of every class, we engage in a feedback round where our students examine any harmful stereotypes that appeared in our games or scenes and discuss how we can do better.
In this way, we hope to become not only better improvisers, but better people.
Students from under-represented groups or marginalized communities can apply for one of two free-of-charge spots per class. Please apply HERE.
Level 1:
Presence & Spontaneity (Sundays)
Prerequisites: None!
Times: Sundays, 13:00-15:30
Dates: October 15-December 3
Class Show: December 10
Early-Bird Price: €175
The perfect course for those new to improv, or those looking to brush up on the basics of short-form. This course is the prerequisite for our Level 2 classes.
Level 1:
Presence & Spontaneity (Tuesdays)
Prerequisites: None!
Times: Tuedays, 19:00-21:30
Dates: October 17-December 5
Class Show: December 12
Early-Bird Price: €175
The perfect course for those new to improv, or those looking to brush up on the basics of short-form. This course is the prerequisite for our Level 2 classes.
Level 2:
Narrative
Prerequisites: Presence & Spontaneity or Equivalent
Times: Mondays, 19:00-21:30
Dates: October 16-December 4
Class Show: December 11
Early-Bird Price: €175
When improvising, we're acting, writing and directing, collaboratively , all at the same time. This course will provide a deep dive into the story part of improvising. This course is a prerequisite for Level 3 courses.
Level 2: Character
Prerequisites: Presence & Spontaneity or equivalent
Times: Thursdays, 19:00-21:30
Dates: October 19-December 7
Class Show: December 14
Early-Bird Price: €175
When improvising, we're acting, making up a story and directing, collaboratively, all at the same time. This Level 2 class will provide a deep dive into the "acting" part of improvising. This course is a prerequisite for Level 3 courses.
Level 3:
Direction
Prerequisites: At least one of Narrative or Character, or equivalent
Times: Sundays, 19:00-21:30
Dates: October 15-December 3
Class Show: December 10
Early-Bird Price: €175
When perfoming improv, we're acting, writing and directing, collaboratively, all at the same time. This class will provide a deep dive into the directing part of improvising. This course is a prerequisite for Level 4 courses.
Level 3:
Musical Games
Prerequisites: At least one of Character or Narrative, or equivalent
Times: Wednesdays, 19:00-21:30
Dates: October 18-December 6
Class Show: December 13
Early-Bird Price: €225
Music plays a huge role in movies, television and theater, and can add a whole new dimension to comedic improvisation. This course provides a deep dive into musical short-form improv. The best part is you don't need a trained voice!
Please note the extra cost is for a dedicated musical accompanist.
Level 5 Performance:
Full-Length Narrative Plays
Prerequisites: Character, Narrative, Direction & Long-Form, or equivalent
Times: Sundays, 16:00-18:30
Dates: October 15-December 3 AND
January 7-February 25
Class Show: December 10
Paid Performances: January 13, February 10, March 9
*Sold Out*
In this advanced, 16-week performance course students will learn to improvise full-length (forty-five minutes plus) comedic narratives. In addition to a class show on December 10, there will be three paid performances.