We applaud bravery and risk-taking, promote generosity, and are devoted to creating kind, safe environments where everyone feels comfortable to discover and share what makes them awesome.
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLERS
(AGES 6-9)
The Slide
In this program, players will take the plunge into the world of improv through a variety of theater games and exercises. They will learn to work with their peers as a team, exploring what it means to support each other as both actor and audience. Players will create original characters and environments that they will use in funny, creative play.
Beginners welcome.
THE Slide: core (ONLINE)
(8-Week Session)
Time: Thursdays, 3:00-4:00 PM EDT
Dates: September 24th-November 12th, 2020
Location: Online (Zoom)
Teacher: Aaron F. Brateman
Class Description: 7-9 year olds will have a blast with this intro to improv. Through a variety of theater games, players will learn how to perform together without a plan. They will share stories, embody original characters, and define new worlds all while figuring out what it means to be an awesome member of a team.
Class Size: 10 Players
Price: Pay What You Can (Seriously!)
(You will be redirected to www.aaronfbrateman.com for payment)
Young actors will take the plunge into the world of improv through a variety of games and exercises.
MIDDLE SCHOOLERS
(AGES 10-12)
The Seesaw
In this program, pre-teens will learn to balance strong improv skills with their unique comedic voices. Players will learn to perform short-form improv games by exploring the tenets of strong scene work that has a clearly defined who, what, and where. Deep focus on acceptance, listening, awareness, and grounding will allow players to engage with each other as a team.
Beginners welcome.
THE SEESAW: core (ONLINE)
(10-Week Session)
Time: Saturdays, 1:00-2:00 PM EDT
Dates: September 26th-November 28th, 2020
Location: Online (Zoom)
Teacher: Aaron F. Brateman
Class Description: 10-12 year olds will have fun in this class that strengthens core improv skills and comedic sensibilites. Players will learn to make bold choices in collaboration with their peers as they master a variety of short-form improv games.
Class Size: 10 Players
Price: Pay What You Can (Seriously!)
(You will be redirected to www.aaronfbrateman.com for payment)
Players will learn to balance strong improv skills with their unique comedic voices.
HIGH SCHOOLERS
(AGES 13 & UP)
The Jungle Gym
In this program, teenagers will develop a deep understanding of improv principles to tackle long-form structures. A rigorous focus on scene work, collaboration, and ownership of each player’s comedic voice is used to prepare players for performance.
Beginners welcome.
THE JUNGLE GYM: core (OnLINE)
(10-Week Session)
Time: Sundays, 1:00-2:00 PM EDT
Dates: September 27th-November 29th, 2020
Location: Online (Zoom)
Teacher: Aaron F. Brateman
Class Description: Teenagers will enjoy this challenging class that takes a deep dive into the inner workings of improvised performance. By teaming up to create exciting, grounded, and funny scenes, players will develop a strong foundation in the skills that will allow them to tackle long-form structures.
Class Size: 10 Players
Price: Pay What You Can (Seriously!)
(You will be redirected to www.aaronfbrateman.com for payment)
THE JUNGLE GYM: ADVANCED (ONLINE)
(10-Week Session)
Prerequisite: The Jungle Gym: Core
Time: Sundays, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM EDT
Dates: September 27th-November 29th, 2020
Location: Online (Zoom)
Teacher: Aaron F. Brateman
Class Description: Teenagers will continue their exploration of longform improv in this class that focuses on two-person scene work. Drawing heavily from their own lived experiences, players will learn to create scenes that are grounded in truth. From there, players will then learn how to let loose in the worlds they have created.
Class Size: 10 Players
Price: Pay What You Can (Seriously!)
(You will be redirected to www.aaronfbrateman.com for payment)
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