Improv From The Ground Up!

Name: Improv From The Ground Up!
Rating: 4.3 (12 reviews)

Beginner Level Course For Improv Comedy

Created bySpencer Cross

Last updated 9/2023

English

What you'll learn

Be able to explain the fundamentals of Improv and its core components
Have ready to use warmups and exercises that you can utilize to further hone your craft
Learn the ins and outs of various Improv games and various ways to approach them
Discover more confidence in yourself and your ability to express your ideas

Course content

1 section • 18 lectures • 33m total length

Introduction0:52
Boundaries In Improv/Going "Blue"2:12
Let's talk about boundaries and going "blue". What do each of them mean and what are the differences between the two?
What Is Improv?1:55
What is Improv exactly? The definition might be more expansive than you think!
WARM-UP: "Word Association"2:07
Here's a simple warm-up you can try out with others to start to get the wheels of your mind turning.
"Yes, And"1:57
The two most coveted words in Improv. What does "Yes, And" really mean, and why is it so important?
Improv Scenes Have A STORY1:08
Improv scenes are not just scenes, but they also all tell a story. Find out what just what the parts of that story are, and what you should be including in your scenes.
WARM-UP: "Third Thought"2:33
Another fun and easy warm-up to try out!
"No, But"2:05
We've covered "Yes, And", but how do you say no in improv?
WARM-UP: "Name 5 Things"3:25
Do You Need To Be Funny In Improv?1:54
How important is being funny in Improv? Should you be worried about it, and if so, why?
GAME: "Pillars"1:35
A great 4 person game to try out with others! Put all the info you've learned so far toward a game, Pillars specifically is great for those new to Improv.
Character Work1:24
In Improv we are all players, but in our scenes, we are embodying characters. Learn how effective character work can be in your Improv scenes.
GAME: "Number of Words"2:29
Another fun game, this one is played with 3 players. Learn the ins and outs of Number of Words, and how to play!
Objectwork1:58
In Improv we are transported to a number of different locations on stage, and in that location comes an environment and objects within it you can interact with and use. Learn the effectiveness of objectwork in your scenes.
GAME: "Tag Team Monlogue"1:54
A great 4 person game, relies heavily on listening to your scene partner. Learn the ins and outs of Tag Team Monologue!
"Game" Of The Scene1:56
What is the "game" of the scene? Learn the basic definitions and some examples!
GAME: "New Decision"1:29
Also called "Change", "Switch", and several other names, this game is very popular with Improvisers. Learn the ins and outs of New Decision!
Conclusion/Final Thoughts0:52
Thank you so much for deciding to sign up for this course! I hope you found this information valuable, and I will undoubtedly be back in the near future with more courses that allow you to further expand your craft, and hone in on your skills as an improviser!

Requirements

No Improv experience necessary. Everything will be covered from the ground up.

Description

Learn the basics of Improv Comedy, the essential parts of a scene, definitions and examples of the most popular terminology, and even some warm-ups and games you can try with others!

If you've ever seen an Improv show and thought it looked difficult, that fear is going to be put to bed here and now. There is no magical upper echelon of comedian that can only perform Improv effectively, it's not as hard as you think and you're better than you think you are!

We feel more confident about concepts when we understand exactly how it works, so in this course learn about concepts such as:

"Yes, And" - The two most coveted words in Improv, I'm surprised I don't have it tattooed on me yet. Find out what it means to implement yes, and in your scenes, and what agreement looks like.
"No, But" - Not only can you say yes in an improv scene, but you can also say no. Some performers and instructors shy away from this phrase, but in this Improv course, we're burning away not only the illusion that Improv is difficult, but also the illusion that you can't make no or disagreement work.
"Game" Of A Scene - Every improv scene has a game, but what is that exactly? Understand the game of a scene will help you upgrade the quality your scenes and help you create stories that your scene partners and the audience will find memorable.
And more!

This course is highly recommended for beginners and those new to Improv Comedy, but it is also just as effective for those who already have some Improv experience under their belt.

Who this course is for:

Anyone interested in exploring Improv Comedy and learning the basics