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Class
Description:
Learn the basics of improvisational theater (acting) in a small, relaxed
class. Course material
includes theater games, skill building exercises, and related acting
exercises. Improv Basics is the perfect way to explore
improv. Upon completion of the class students will be ready to move
on to intermediate level work focusing on longer scenes and multiple
scene stories (improvised plays).
We
focus on Improv Theater and trying to create strong characters in
detailed situations. There is no need to be funny and no
pressure to make people laugh. Humor may arise out of a scene or may
not. The quality of the scenes is in character depth. Essentially,
we focus on creating live theater minus the script. A well-done
scene is one where no one would believe the work wasn't scripted.
We offer Improv
Basics twice every three months. This class is designed for the
complete beginner and for those with some prior performing
experience but no improv training. The class provides solid
preparation for the Pan Theater audition process.
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Class Focus:
The games and exercises used in the class will help performers develop
their expressiveness while learning the basics of building
characters and stories. Students
will acquire a deep understanding of the elements of a good
improvised scene and a strong understanding of the basics of improv.
For those interested in studying improv, we suggest skimming any of
the articles below to get a better understanding of the art form.
Free Show Tickets:
Each student taking Improv Basics gets free tickets to our 8pm
main show: Dramedy and Comedy. Watching
more seasoned improv performers helps reinforce class lessons and
class concepts.
Class
Outline:
Weeks 1: Yes'and, endowing and warm-up games, Status Work
Week 2:
Building a location and creating a character
Week
3: Story and Scene Structure
Week
4: Open Scenes and Connecting Scenes
Note: The final class can also be used
as an audition for those interested in joining a performing troupe.
Note: Class
dates may be adjusted due to holidays based on class consensus.
The final class
is a make up and review class.
Next Show June 18th
Session
AIB:
Dates:
2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/1*
Days: Saturdays (four consecutive Saturdays)
Time: 11am to 1pm
Cost:
Early Registration: $100
Advanced Registration: $125
Registration Week: $150
Late Registration (day of class) $175
Class Size: limited to 14 students.
To register in advance use the PayPal link below:
*Note: The last session is a review/make-up class
Session
BIB:
Dates:
2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5*
Days: Saturdays (four consecutive Saturdays)
Time: 11am to 1pm
Cost:
Early Registration: $100
Advanced Registration: $125
Registration Week: $150
Late Registration (day of class) $175
Class Size: limited to 14 students.
*Note: The last session is a review/make-up class
To register in advance use the PayPal link below:
Join our email list for future classes schedules &
class related info:
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Class spaces reserved on a first come first service basis. Register
today while space is still available. Only five spaces left for this
session!
For those
new to improv, or unfamiliar with improv we recommend seeing one of
our 8pm shows. To receive a two for one discount for our next show
join our email list and provide a snail mail address. Email to:
pantheater@comcast.net with new to improv in the subject line.
To register by phone/walk-in:
Phone/walk-in registrations are taken until class start time. To
register by phone call and leave your full name and your contact
information. All classes are run on a space available basis. Phone
registrations/walk-in registrations may be bumped due to early
tuition full registrations.
To register call:
(415) 261-1641
To register via email:
Please email your contact information
and the class and class session you wish to take. Email
registrations may be bumped due to early full registrations.
Register now by email
Please follow-up online
registrations with an email providing name, phone number, preferred
email address, class session you are registering for and prior
theater/improv training (if any).
Email contact info to Pan Theater.
To register by check/mail:
Please mail your class
deposit along with the following information: your name,
phone number, email address and theater/improv training background
if any. An email or phone confirmation of class registration will be
made within 48 hours of receiving a class deposit.
For class related
questions call: (415) 261-1641
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Class Discounts:
There is a $25 discount for all registrations paid in full prior to the
day of the first class. There is also a $10 per person discount for those that join
with a friend.
Deposit and Tuition Policies:
All class deposits and tuitions are nonrefundable. However they can be
transferred with prior notice. The remaining balance, if not paid in advance, is
due before the first class begins.
Class tuition is nonrefundable once class begins.
Transferring Deposits and Tuition:
Class tuition can be credited or transferred to a friend or family
member provided the instructor is notified by the third class. Your
friend or family member may take the next session cycle of Improv
Basics (good for one year- not transferable a second time).
Repeating a Class:
Entire class sessions may be repeated on a space available basis at
no charge. Note: please plan on
attending the entire session if you are going to repeat a class
cycle.
This is on a space available basis. New students have priority.
Join our email list for future classes schedules &
class related info:
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Note: Pan Theater is supported in part by
SFHandbills
SFHandbills
provides street level marketing for local shows, classes,
businesses and events. We offer flyer distribution, postcard drop
stack distribution and related services for both San Francisco and
the East Bay. We do the walking so you don't have to. Be sure to ask
for our Pan Theater special rate on new orders.
Email-
pantheater@comcast.net
: Phone- (415) 261-1641
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