We Offer A Variety of Classes 

The Improv Core Curriculum

The Improv Core Curriculum consists of four levels. Levels I and II introduce students to the building blocks and techniques of successful improv. 

Level III consists of multiple shorter courses that focus on more specific topics like physical characterization, building narrative, and more. Students are encouraged to enroll in multiple classes at the same time. 

Level IV is a performance workshop that teaches students the Chicago City Limits improv show.

IMPROV LEVEL I:
​THE BASICS

"Say Yes to Saying Yes"
8 weeks/3 hours - $395
​Prerequisites: None

This class focuses on the basics of comedic improvisation. Students learn
how to initiate scenes, build upon scene partner offers, and create scenes with a solid foundation. 

Topics covered include: 
- Agreement (“yes and”)
- Active listening
- Using the environment
- Basic narrative skills
- Understanding stage status 
- How to make fellow improvisers look good​
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IMPROV LEVEL II: INTERMEDIATE SCENEWORK

"Making A Scene"
8 weeks/3 hours - $395
​Prerequisites: Level I completion or permission from Training Center Staff
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This class focuses entirely on the
nuances of scene improv. Students do scene-after-scene and learn to look for connections and patterns that give scenes depth. 

Topics covered include: 
- Emotional and status initiations
- Using external game to enhance narrative while avoiding pitfalls
- Finding the internal game of a scene
- How to recognize the “what” and
the “underlying truth” of a scene 
- Narrative pacing and resolution

IMPROV LEVEL III:
​ADVANCED SKILLS WORKSHOP

"Honing Skills"
​8 weeks/3 hours - $395
​Prerequisites: Completion of Level II or permission of Training Center Staff

Take your skills to the next level with this advanced improv class. Scenes, narrative techniques and improvised music skills are explored.

Character work focuses on creating
compelling, believable characters. Class culminates in a public performance on the Chicago City Limits stage.




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Youth Improv Classes

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  6 weeks: $350
  Prerequisites: None

  Chicago City Limits offers improv classes    
  that are designed for kids 8-12 who have
  an interest in theater and improvisation.
  They're invited to participate regardless of
​  their past experience. 

We tailor classes to fit the unique needs of children and helps them discover abilities they may not know they have.

​And the best part? Watching a child's confidence improve while having a ton of fun.

Teen Improv Classes

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6 weeks: $350
​Prerequisites: None
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Teen improv classes are designed for teens 12-17 with or without prior theatre or improv experience. 

Students will have the opportunity to discover new abilities as performers, improve self-confidence, and have fun. 
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They learn improv techniques, creating material from their own
experience and outside suggestions. This material will be uniquely performed on the final day of class for family and friends.

Improv4Business Professionals

4 weeks: $350
​Prerequisites: None
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What do people working in a business environment and improv actors have in common? Many things! 

Success requires both to quickly adapt in an ever-changing landscape, make fast, informed decisions, and clearly express their ideas with confidence. 

In short, they must work with max intelligence and creativity. The basic tools of improv actors, like listening, thinking out-of-the-box, and building upon ideas are essential skills for anyone working in a business environment. 

Improv4Business Professionals provides students with tangible skills that cultivate workplace success. The class is a fun team-building activity with colleagues and focuses on key techniques used by improvisers to generate ideas, organize them, and present them in a group setting. 

The class is engaging, informative and fun. It's ideal for anyone in sales, marketing, advertising, finance, law, publishing, education, or any field where a creative approach can equal success.

One Day Class

Perfect to Get Your Feet Wet! 

1 day/2 hours: $35
Prerequisites: None

Not sure if you want to commit to a 4 or 8-week course, but still want to take a class? 

Want to pop in and brush up on your skills? Take a one-day
class! These classes are fun, fast-paced, and perfect for all improviser levels, from beginner to expert and focuses on improv basics and individual progression.