Level 101: Intro to Improv

WE ARE OFFERING TWO SESSIONS OF INTRO FOR WINTER 2012. Foundations of Improv introduces the beginner to improv performance. The class will focus on the basics of character and environment work, and on building trust with fellow performers. Please register online for the class. Email info@bigimprov.org with questions. Come out and have a blast!


SESSION ONE:

Instructor Bio: Kathryn Carlsen is a member of Gus. She is a theatre teacher with Howard County Public Schools, and the Education Director of the Baltimore Improv Group. Kathryn has been performing with BIG for 5 years, and has taught classes at BIG for 4 years. She co-wrote a selective course in “Improving Communication with Improvisation” for Johns Hopkins Medical Students. Kathryn has performed at national improv festivals in Washington DC, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York.

  • Dates: Tuesdays, Jan 10 - Feb 21st
  • 7 - 9 pm
  • Cost: $150
  • Last class is a showcase for family and friends
  • Location: Creative Alliance (3134 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore)

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    SESSION TWO:

    Instructor Bio: Bridget Cavaiola is a member of Gus. She is a teacher with Baltimore County Public Schools, and the former Executive Director of the Baltimore Improv Group. Bridget has been performing with BIG for 6 years, and has taught at the BIG Summer Camp for 3 years. She co-wrote a selective course in “Improving Communication with Improvisation” for Johns Hopkins Medical Students. Bridget has performed at national improv festivals in Washington DC, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Chicago.

    • Dates: Wednesdays, Jan 11 - Feb 22nd
    • 7 - 9 pm
    • Cost: $150
    • Last class is a showcase for family and friends
    • Location: Bolton Street Synagogue (212 West Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore)

       

       

      Here are some of the comments we’ve received from intro class students:

    • "I really enjoyed the class and would like to take more."
    • "Thanks for a great class!"
    • "[Instructor] was extremely organized and kept the class focused."
    • "Great job considering all types of students!"
    • "I had a lot of fun and learned a lot!"
    • "[Instructor] was very well-prepared and knowledgeable."

    Register now! Intro classes always fill up within days!

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