CLASSES
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THE IMPROV CORE CURRICULUM
The Improv Core Curriculum consists of four levels. Levels I and II introduce students to the building blocks of improvisation and the techniques of successful scenework. Level III consists of multiple Core Elective courses—shorter courses that focus on more specific topics like physical characterization, building narrative, etc.—and students are encouraged to enroll in multiple Electives at the same time. Level IV is a performance workshop that teaches students the Chicago City Limits show.
IMPROV LEVEL I: THE BASICS
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IMPROV LEVEL II: INTERMEDIATE SCENEWORK"Making A Scene" 8 weeks/3 hours - $350 Prerequisites: Completion of Level I or permission of Training Center Staff This class focuses entirely on the nuances of scenic improvisation. Students do scene after scene, learning to look for connections and patterns that give the scenes depth. Topics covered include: emotional and status initiations; using external game to enhance narrative while avoiding its pitfalls; finding the internal game of a scene; how to recognize the “what” and the “underlying truth” of a scene; and narrative pacing and resolution. |
IMPROV LEVEL III: ADVANCED SKILLS WORKSHOP"Honing Skills" 8 weeks/3 hours - $350 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 CCL stage. |
YOUTH IMPROV CLASSES
CCL offers improv classes that are designed for teenagers who have an interest in theater and improvisation, regardless of their past experience. Chicago City Limits tailors classes to fit the unique needs of the kids and helps them discover abilities they never even knew they had. The best part is that their confidence improves while having loads and loads of fun.
TEEN WORKSHOPS
6 weeks - $350
Prerequisites: None
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 overall, just have fun. They will learn techniques of improv, creating material from their own experience and outside suggestions, to be exhibited on the final day of class in a unique performance for family and friends.
Prerequisites: None
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 overall, just have fun. They will learn techniques of improv, creating material from their own experience and outside suggestions, to be exhibited on the final day of class in a unique performance for family and friends.
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IMPROV FOR BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS
THINK QUICK!
4 weeks - $250
Prerequisites: None
What do people working in a business environment and improv actors have in common? Lots of things! To be successful both have to adapt quickly to an ever-changing landscape, make quick and informed decisions, and express their ideas clearly with skill and confidence. In short, they must work at the top of their intelligence and creativity. The basic tools of improv actors—listening, thinking out-of-the-box and building upon ideas—are essential skills for anyone working in a business environment. Improv for Business Professionals provides students with tangible skills for success in a business environment. The class focuses on key techniques used by improvisers to generate ideas, organize them, and present them in a cogent, compelling manner, along with ways to optimize working in a group. The class is engaging, informative and fun. It is ideal for anyone in law, advertising, finance, publishing, education, or any field where a creative approach can spell success.
Prerequisites: None
What do people working in a business environment and improv actors have in common? Lots of things! To be successful both have to adapt quickly to an ever-changing landscape, make quick and informed decisions, and express their ideas clearly with skill and confidence. In short, they must work at the top of their intelligence and creativity. The basic tools of improv actors—listening, thinking out-of-the-box and building upon ideas—are essential skills for anyone working in a business environment. Improv for Business Professionals provides students with tangible skills for success in a business environment. The class focuses on key techniques used by improvisers to generate ideas, organize them, and present them in a cogent, compelling manner, along with ways to optimize working in a group. The class is engaging, informative and fun. It is ideal for anyone in law, advertising, finance, publishing, education, or any field where a creative approach can spell success.
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ONE DAY CLASS
GET YOUR FEET WET!
1 day/2 hours - $30
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 any level of improviser from beginner to expert. This class focuses on improvisation basics and individual progression as an improviser.
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 any level of improviser from beginner to expert. This class focuses on improvisation basics and individual progression as an improviser.