Introduction to Improv Comedy (Postponed to a new start date of July 11th)

If you’ve ever thought improv comedy looked fun, you’re right! In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn the basics of improvised performance. Using a mix of warm-up activities, drills, short-form games, and open scenes, students will develop confidence, learn to create theater on the spot, and have a hilarious time. The class culminates in a performance for friends and family. (Ages 18 and up)

The class will be held on Mondays beginning July 11 – August 15th.

Note:  Following the current CDC recommendation, students and instructors should wear a mask based on personal preference, informed by personal level of risk.  Class size will be limited for social distancing.  We continue to show vigilance in cleaning and sanitizing our facilities.

Instructor:  Josh Rachford

Josh has been improvising since 2004. He’s an alumnus of Amsterdam’s Boom Chicago, where he performed nightly and taught improvisation. He’s also completed the course of study in improv and sketch comedy at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theater. He directed and toured with arts education group the Story Pirates, appeared in commercials and on HBO’s The Newsroom, and acted in numerous comedy videos with FunnyOrDie and CollegeHumor. Most recently he was a member of Washington Improv Theater’s Wonder Whale and his show “Josh & Co,” where he improvised with a random audience member.

Tuition:  $126   Register by July 4 for 10% tuition discount for non members and a 25% discount for members.