IMPROV Level 4: Advanced Scene Work & Narrative Improvisation
In this dynamic and collaborative learning environment, students will explore advanced scene work techniques and storytelling principles to create rich, multi-dimensional improvisational performances. Through a series of hands-on exercises, group activities, and scene work, students will sharpen their improvisation skills while honing their ability to construct meaningful narratives in real-time.
For more information: Call Jon at (251) 447-7579.
In this dynamic and collaborative learning environment, students will explore advanced scene work techniques and storytelling principles to create rich, multi-dimensional improvisational performances. Through a series of hands-on exercises, group activities, and scene work, students will sharpen their improvisation skills while honing their ability to construct meaningful narratives in real-time.
For more information: Call Jon at (251) 447-7579.
In this dynamic and collaborative learning environment, students will explore advanced scene work techniques and storytelling principles to create rich, multi-dimensional improvisational performances. Through a series of hands-on exercises, group activities, and scene work, students will sharpen their improvisation skills while honing their ability to construct meaningful narratives in real-time.
For more information: Call Jon at (251) 447-7579.
Key Learning Objectives:
Advanced Scene Structures: Explore a variety of scene structures and formats, including long-form improvisation techniques such as the Harold, Armando, and montage, to develop more complex and layered scenes.
Character Development and Relationships: Deepen character work by exploring nuanced emotions, distinct physicalities, and intricate relationships to create dynamic and authentic characters that drive the narrative forward.
Storytelling Techniques: Learn storytelling fundamentals such as story arcs, thematic development, and narrative pacing to craft compelling and coherent narratives within improvised scenes.
Group Dynamics and Ensemble Play: Enhance ensemble skills through collaborative scene work, group storytelling exercises, and ensemble-building activities to foster trust, support, and synergy among ensemble members.
Emotional Depth and Vulnerability: Cultivate emotional range and vulnerability in performance, allowing for more authentic and resonant improvisational scenes that resonate with audiences on a deeper level.
Listening and Reactivity: Refine active listening skills and develop the ability to respond intuitively and spontaneously to scene partners, ensuring seamless scene progression and narrative coherence.
Risk-Taking and Bold Choices: Encourage creative risk-taking and experimentation by challenging students to step out of their comfort zones and make bold choices that push the boundaries of their improvisation skills.
Performance Opportunities: Showcase learned skills in live performance settings, including class showcases and public performances, providing valuable opportunities for students to apply their improvisation techniques in front of an audience.
Who Should Attend:
This class is designed for improvisers (ages 18+) who have completed intermediate-level improv training (IMPROV Level 3) or have equivalent experience. Students should have a strong understanding of basic improv principles, including scene initiation, character work, and basic storytelling.
Class size: 12 students maximum
Location: Innovation Portal (358 St. Louis Street - Downtown Mobile)
Class length: 2 hours (12 hours total)
Schedule: 6 consecutive sessions on the same day and time as the first class unless otherwise stated. Once a week for six weeks
Students MUST be present for the FIRST and LAST classes without exception. Missing class is never advised, but participants are allowed to miss up to two class sessions and still remain eligible for class advancement.
There are no make-up classes.