Pan Theater Classes:
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. Our
approach is organic. 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.
Improv Basics:
Improv Basics is designed for the complete beginner and for
those with some prior improv training. Those that receive a
pass at the end of our Improv Basics class are eligible to join
Level I of our Troupe Training Program without auditioning or take
part in our Improv Scene Lab.
Class Description: 
Learn the basics of improvisational theater (acting) in a small, relaxed
improv 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 explore more complex games, scenes, and techniques.
Students will also gain a deeper appreciation of the art form
as an audience members. Students that complete this class with a
pass may
continue on to Level I of our Troupe Training Program.
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.
We try to give students as much playing time as possible and prefer
to create learning experiences rather than relying on lecture.
So what is the
class like?
You will be working with a
partner, or partners for most exercises. When possible we utilize
group games to keep everyone on stage. The later portion of the
classes will include two person scene work, and may include solo
games and exercises. We encourage risk taking, embracing failure,
and learning from mistakes. You will Students often attend Pan and other local
improv shows as a group. Many people tell us the class is liking
getting to play again. We'll encourage you to be silly, serious,
bold, dramatic and more simply yourself with less need for apology
or convention.
So who typically
takes the class?
Professionals looking to
improve their speaking skills, actors looking to deepen their
ability to improvise for commercial and theater auditions, writers
seeking to let go of judgment, teachers looking to learn theater
games for use in class, people new to the area looking to have fun
and make some new friends...... and many more.
Who have we taught?
We
have taught local actors, performers including members of the
Northern California Screen Actors Guild (SAG), local companies and
organizations, non-profits
and those new to improv that were nervous and
scared. We believe in Yes' and as a way of life and art. We believe
in humility, and hard work.
What do people do with
their training?
We have had students go on to
audition for local theaters and for commercials, we have had
students further their own personal performance goals such as
character work and solo performances, we've had students audition
for both Pan and other improv and sketch groups. Our students have
formed their own sketch and improv groups or theater groups. We've
had students return to their work world with a greater sense of
freedom, and willingness to risk. Pan performers gain confidence in
themselves, their work and gain a willingness to take risks and make
mistakes.
For those uncertain about
taking an improv class we suggest starting with our
Intro to Improv
Class to try improv, and our style before committing
to our Basics class. Many of Pan's performers and directors started
with our Improv Basics class. We would be more than happy to answer
any questions you may have about the class.
For class related
questions call: (415) 724-2433
Top Ten
Reasons to Take Improv Basics (besides making new friends)
Class
Outline
What past students have
said about Pan Theater's Improv Basics Class
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2010
Sessions
Session: Feb_11
Class Location: 2135
Broadway at Grand (two blocks from BART)
Class Length: 2 hours
#Sessions: 8 (and two
optional jams)
Cost: $275
Options:
$75 class holding deposit
(non-refundable) and remaining balance $200 due before
first class begins.
Pay in full before class:
$275 (refundable up to
seven business days before class begins)
Class Size: limited to 15
students
Day:
Thursdays: 8pm to
10pm
Scheduled Classes:
2/11, 2/18, 2/25,
3/4,3/11, 3/18,3/25,4/1
Session: Feb_28
Class Location: 2135
Broadway at Grand (two blocks from BART)
Class Length: 2 hours
#Sessions: 8 (and two
optional jams)
Cost: $275
Class Size: limited to 15
students
Day:
Sundays: 7pm to 9pm
Scheduled Classes:
2/28, 3/7, 3/14,
3/21,3/28, 4/4,4/11,4/18
* includes Google
Check out fee. To register without additional fee send
send check with your contact information, and class day
and time to:
Pan Theater, 2135 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612 or drop
off after any Awkward Face Show.
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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.
Register at/after a show:
To
register for one of our classes after a show bring a check, or cash
and a note with your contact information and the session you wish to
register for indicated. Please put the class payment and your note
in a envelope marked with your name, contact information and the
class on the outside of the envelope. Give the envelope to any
performer after the show.
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.
Mail to:
Pan Theater
2135 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612
For class related
questions call: (415) 724-2433
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