Classes


Current Classes

Introduction to Improvisation
Instructors - Phil Faiss & Darren Pitura

In this 6 week class, you will learn the FUNdamentals of improv.  Whether you are new to improv or have some previous performance experience, this class is about having fun while learning some of the essential skills of improv, including:
*Yes! and... learning the basics of agreement and continuance.
*Getting over shyness
*Saying the first thing that comes to mind and not worrying about being funny or clever.
*Being in "the moment," always present and connected to your partners.
*Playing with make believe objects.
*Games, exercises and a fun, fast-paced environment with no judgments or worry of being wrong.


Improv Basics
Instructor - Paul Mattingly
While reviewing the agreements of improvisation, this class builds confidence through ensemble energy.  Students begin doing scenes and continue to develope basic skills in space work, agreement, teamwork, spontaneity and focus. 

Intermediate Improv
Instructor - Michael Hartnett

Intermediate Improv continues the student’s understanding of the fundamentals of Improvisation learned in Basic while expanding their ability to convey emotion and create fully realized three-dimensional characters.  Various proven exercises will allow the student to focus on relationship, emotion and ensemble each week, increasing the student’s ability to improvise characters and situations and fully explore the possibilities brought on by their own ideas.  This six week class culminates with a student showcase.


Advanced Improv
Instructor - Matt Donnelly
An on-going intensive study of improvisation through all facets of structure and scene work inevitably leading to long form improvisation.   Students should have successfully completed Basic and Intermediate Improv or qualify through past experience or programs in order to comfortably and successfully participate in this class.  This six week class culminates with a student showcase.



Sketch Comedy Writing
Instructor - Matt Donnelly

Learn basic scene structure, character development, establishing action, styles and genres of comedy.  Weekly writing assignments and in-class exercises help establish a regular writing schedule as well as generate material that will be used to prepare a single, polished scene up and performed from each writer in a Showcase at SET. 



Short Film Making
Instructor - Phil Faiss

Learn how to bring your story to life for audiences to enjoy over and over.  Learn about equipment, locations, script writing and developing your story line, production, directing, your actors, editing and everything else you wanted to know about getting started making short films or strengthening your skills as an ametuer film maker.

Improv Vegas showcases multiple film festivals (actually known as Philm Faisstivals) to highlight the talents of our students and local film makers.  Non student and out of state submissions are always welcome!



Coming Soon!!!

Teen Classes for 12 to 17 year olds
Teen Improv Summer Camp (week long)  7/19/10-7/23/10

Clowning & Movement

 


Economic Comic Stimulus Package
Recently Unemployed?  Feeling the stress of the Economic Crisis?
Improv Vegas is offering the opportunity for anyone interested in taking classes and who has recently been laid off, the chance to  take classes for 1/2 off the regular price!
(Improv Vegas reserves all rights based on individuals proof of hardship and inability to pay full price.)
Call 702-427-0542 for information and registration.



Schedule & Enrollment Information


Introduction to Improv 
Mondays 5pm-8pm  
6/07/10 - 7/12/10
 $200 for 6 sessions

Improv Basics 
Saturdays 3pm-6pm
6/05/10 - 7/10/10
$225 for 6 sessions

Intermediate Improv
Sundays 3pm-6pm
6/06/10 - 7/11/10
$225 for 6 sessions

Advanced Improv 
 Saturdays 12pm-3pm
6/05/10 - 7/25/10
$275 for 8 sessions

Sketch Writing
Sundays 12pm-3pm
6/06/10 - 7/25/10
$275 for 8 sessions


Check back for Other Upcoming Workshops!

Class size is limited!
Call (702)427-0542 or email
trainingcenter@improv-vegas.com 
register.
We accept Mastercard, Visa, Cash and Checks.

A $50 (non refundable)deposit is required to hold your space in class if not paid in full at time of registration.
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NEW CLASS LOCATION!!!!!
Classes take place at:
 Improv Vision
6230 S. Decatur Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89118






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