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Pan Theater May 4th, 6th and
10th:
Training Troupe: Level I
DESCRIPTION:
This troupe is for players new to Pan
Theater. Typically, participants will not have much improv experience,
although they likely have had an improv class before. The focus for this
troupe is on learning foundational improv skills, practicing short form improv games and learning basic skills needed for performance.
Participants that complete this program are eligible to audition for
Training Troupe Level II or they may repeat this troupe program without
auditioning again.
Register for Audition
Pay Troupe Dues
STRUCTURE:
Participation:
by audition and invitation from the troupe directors.
Duration:
12 weeks, 1 workout/week, workouts are two and half hours per
week.
Performance:
One 45 minute public performance at the end
Cost:
$225 paid in advance before the first rehearsal.
Completion Requirement:
attend at least 9 of the 12 workouts
DETAILS:
Troupe: Sunday Nights
First Practice: Sunday Nights
Rehearsal Night: Sunday Nights
Rehearsal Times: 7:30 to 10pm at director's discretion
Rehearsals: one per week
Rehearsal location:
Pan Theater
2135 Broadway Avenue
Oakland, CA 94612
Rehearsal Schedule:
5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27,
8/3, 8/10, 8/16 (tentative performance date)
Performance Details:
Location:
Blue Bear
Black Box- Fort Mason Center, Building D, 2nd floor
Format:
Short form
games including:
Stand, Sit
Kneel, Entrances and Exits, Freeze Tag and other basic games.
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Skills and
concepts |
Basic
Performance Skills |
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Having
fun |
Vocal
projection |
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Failing
good naturedly |
Fourth
wall |
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Improv
vocabulary |
Cheating
out |
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Making
offers (blocking and accepting) |
Stage
picture |
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Making
endowments |
Getting
audience suggestions |
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Acceptance |
Introducing a game |
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Listening |
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Connecting to your partner |
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Starting
positive |
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Space
objects – introduction |
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Creating
a “where” out of nothing |
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Circle of
expectation (Johnstone) |
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Daring to
be dull |
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Stage
combat – introduction and safety |
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Making
your partner look good |
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Ensemble
and teamwork |
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Gagging -
avoiding jokes cut scene development |
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Status –
introduction |
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Register for Audition
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