improv & sketch comedy in hawaii
The Actor’s Study Hall is designed to keep your acting muscles warm and ready for when the next opportunity comes around. Through scene study, group exercises, and practicing audition techniques, actors at any level will feel more confident with their work. Oh, what a feeling
Class length: 2 hours
Prerequisite: Must have completed or currently be enrolled in our Acting 101 class OR be pre-approved by instructor. Please email us at hi@improvhi.com to get pre-approved.
Max class size: 10
Elizabeth “Bipsie” Rian
About the instructor: Originally from Honolulu, Elizabeth “Bipsie” Rian received her BFA in Theatre Performance from Chapman University in California. Her professional acting credits include Jane The Virgin (CW), Magnum P.I. (CBS), and most recently Jamojaya with director Justin Chon (Pachinko, Chief of War, Blue Bayou). In 2021, Bipsie starred in the original short Wasteland, which she also produced and wrote. A graduate of UH Lab in Manoa, Bipsie is thrilled to be back home working with the Hawaii TV, Film, and Theatre community.
*instructors subject to change without notice
All students should review the improvhi house rules before starting their classes.