Finding and playing the game of the scene can be fun and satisfying for the improvisers and the audience. However, without a strong foundation, games and patterns can feel surface and shallow without a base reality to anchor them. In this five week class, students will dig into what it takes to create the solid ground to play any improvised scene with a focus on recognizing and understanding interpersonal dynamics and behavior for the sake of consistency and longevity,
This class will also incorporate exercises exploring the Four Japanese Concepts of Space to explore how space between people can be interpreted and played with, to explore how changes in location affect behavior, to explore how location or method of communication can influence the sharing/creation of information, and to explore how empty space between moments can be used to deepen relationships or one’s understanding of the scene, as well as allowing dissimilar things to coexist.
This class includes a showcase and lots of personal feedback. The prerequisite for this class is completion of Level Five Improv at Stomping Ground Comedy Theater or graduation from an equivalent training program with permission from the Training Center Director.
Topics in the Class:
- Establishing a strong foundation (WHO/WHAT/WHERE)
- Building scenes incrementally
- Deep listening and starting in the middle
- Discovery rather than invention.
- Responding to the latest thing without dropping past things.
- Direct Feedback for Individual Performers
All sales are final. Classes are non-refundable but enrollment can be deferred to a future term. All students must adhere to policies in the Stomping Ground Student Handbook. Must be 18 years or older to enroll, unless otherwise stated.
All class times are Central Standard Time (CST).