Level Six Improv: Creating the Show

The capstone of the improv program! Dive deep into advanced formats and perform in a full mainstage run. The capstone of the improv program at Stomping Ground Comedy Theater, students will build upon the knowledge and skills from previous levels as they do a deep dive on a specific improv format and the skills needed to perform it in a month-long run of shows on the SG mainstage. This course will also help students identify their improv habits and provide them personal challenges to break those habits. The prerequisite for this course is Level Four Improv at Stomping Ground or approval from the Training Center Director. This course focuses on: • Working as an ensemble to create the show • Creating new and adapting existing formats to fit the strengths of the group • Digging into specific skills needed to successfully perform a show format • Identifying your own individual strengths, habits, and challenges • Performing a run of shows and incorporating coaches notes into subsequent performances. Thursdays, 7-9:30PM Seven weeks, starting October 22 (this class skips 11/26 for Thanksgiving break) Instructor: Hayden McGovern Prerequisite: Completion of Levels 2,-5 at Stomping Ground Comedy. (Please note: No advanced placement is available for this class, even with equivalent training at another theater or program.) Students must be 18+ and follow the Stomping Ground Comedy Student Handbook. All sales are final. (Eventbrite fees apply at checkout. Classes are non-refundable but may be deferred with TCD approval.)