Improv Level 1 (Fall Cohort) @ The Spot: Lex

Maybe someone told you you're funny. Maybe you love shows like Whose Line Is It Anyway? Or maybe you just want to get out of the house, meet people, and try something new. This is where you start. Improv Level 1 is designed from the veteran and the beginner. It's a friendly class designed to help you loosen up, think on your feet, and discover what makes you funny while diving deep into scene work and laying the ground work for longform improv. No experience required. No pressure to be hilarious. Just show up and play. Meet your Instructors Cate Hale Cate Hale is a classically trained writer, actress, and comedian. She has been performing since 2022 and has sold out some of Chicago’s most iconic venues with her standup and sketch shows. Jordan Lewandowski Jordan, founder of The Spot:Lex, has been preforming and producing shows around the world since 2012 and has worked with comedians like Ron Funches and Seth Green. He currently leads the weekly improv jam at The Spot: Lex (Mondays) and has been directing, teaching and coaching for over a decade. What You’ll Learn Over this course you'll explore the fundamentals of improvisational comedy including: • The core rule of improv: “Yes, And” • Thinking quickly and trusting your instincts • Scene building and storytelling • Listening and reacting in the moment • Stage presence and confidence • Classic improv games and exercises Expect lots of laughter, a little silliness, and a supportive environment where everyone learns together. Perfect For Beginners with zero experience Stand-up comics looking to sharpen stage skills Actors and performers Anyone wanting to boost confidence and creativity People who just want to have fun and meet new people Improv is less about being funny and more about being present and supporting your scene partners—the laughs come naturally from there What’s Included 3 Month Comic Membership at The Spot (75$ value) Weekly improv training sessions Hands-on games and scene work Showcase performance opportunity A fun, welcoming creative community Location The Spot: Lex Lexington’s home for comedy, creativity, and live performance. Try Something New Some of the best comedians and actors in the world started with a simple improv class. Your first step starts here. Seats are limited.