improv & sketch comedy in hawaii
This course is an introduction to the philosophy on sketch comedy, specifically using "the game" to write short comedic scenes. Each week students will engage in writing exercises that will explore different sketch formats. Students will be exposed to different methods for turning funny ideas into even funnier written sketches. Students will leave the class […]
Trying improv for the first time or just getting back into the swing of things? This intro level set of classes are designed to give you the basic tools of improv comedy. Students will learn the value of “yes, and”-ing, listening, agreement, support, and more in a safe, non judgmental environment. At the end of […]
This class will take the tools learned in our 101 Basics classes and apply them to comedic long form improv scenes. Students will dive deep into finding the interesting or the “funny” of their scenes by building relationships, identifying patterns, heightening within the scene and exploring group games. At the end of the 201 session, […]
In this class, students will work on expanding their scenes through heightening, tag outs and walk ons while continuing to refine their performance work. At the end of the 301 session, students will have the opportunity to perform a showcase for invited guests. Class length: Six 2.5 hour classes = 15 hours of instruction Prerequisite: […]
Trying improv for the first time or just getting back into the swing of things? This intro level set of classes are designed to give you the basic tools of improv comedy. Students will learn the value of “yes, and”-ing, listening, agreement, support, and more in a safe, non judgmental environment. At the end of […]
Students in this class will work together to write an original 30 minute sketch show. Students will be held to weekly deadlines in order to generate material to be featured in the show. This level is student-driven and therefore the curriculum may vary in order to best serve a particular group of creatives. Students will […]
The Improvhi Study Hall is designed to get students to keep players warmed up. Less like a class and more like a practice group, our study hall will give you a good amount of rep time that will leave you refreshed and ready! Sessions may include: Exploring new openings, building strong initiations, short form games, […]
The Improvhi Study Hall is designed to get students to keep players warmed up. Less like a class and more like a practice group, our study hall will give you a good amount of rep time that will leave you refreshed and ready! Sessions may include: Exploring new openings, building strong initiations, short form games, […]
Trying improv for the first time or just getting back into the swing of things? This intro level set of classes are designed to give you the basic tools of improv comedy. Students will learn the value of “yes, and”-ing, listening, agreement, support, and basic character development in a safe, non judgmental environment. At the […]
The Improvhi Study Hall is designed to get students to keep players warmed up. Less like a class and more like a practice group, our study hall will give you a good amount of rep time that will leave you refreshed and ready! Sessions may include: Exploring new openings, building strong initiations, short form games, […]
In this class, students will work on expanding their scenes through heightening, tag outs and walk ons while continuing to refine their performance work. At the end of the 301 session, students will have the opportunity to perform a showcase for invited guests. Class length: Six 2.5 hour classes = 15 hours of instruction Prerequisite: […]
This class will take the tools learned in our 101 Basics classes and apply them to comedic long form improv scenes. Students will dive deep into finding the interesting or the “funny” of their scenes by building relationships, identifying patterns, heightening within the scene and exploring group games. At the end of the 201 session, […]
The Improvhi Study Hall is designed to get students to keep players warmed up. Less like a class and more like a practice group, our study hall will give you a good amount of rep time that will leave you refreshed and ready! Sessions may include: Exploring new openings, building strong initiations, short form games, […]
Continue building on the concept of "Game" and refine your individual voice in more intimate setting. This class will function as "writers' room" and will offer you opportunities to pitch ideas to others and collaborate with other students on assignments in class. You will also get to hone individual pieces through rewriting. Students must bring a 3-4 page […]
Trying improv for the first time or just getting back into the swing of things? This intro level set of classes are designed to give you the basic tools of improv comedy. Students will learn the value of “yes, and”-ing, listening, agreement, support, and basic character development in a safe, non judgmental environment. At the […]
The Improvhi Study Hall is designed to get students to keep players warmed up. Less like a class and more like a practice group, our study hall will give you a good amount of rep time that will leave you refreshed and ready! Sessions may include: Exploring new openings, building strong initiations, short form games, […]
Got a craving for short form improv? You know...like the games you see on the TV show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” This workshop is 100% games! Students will play a variety of short form games, including ones seen in our Saturday shows. The class will explore the different genres of games and go over […]
The Improvhi Study Hall is designed to get students to keep players warmed up. Less like a class and more like a practice group, our study hall will give you a good amount of rep time that will leave you refreshed and ready! Sessions may include: Exploring new openings, building strong initiations, short form games, […]
You know what a group game is— but why are they so DANG TRICKY?! Come figure out the best ways to initiate and play premise based group games. Learn how to OWN group games and make them your… friend! Class length: 2 hours Prerequisite: Should be familiar with long form improv comedy. Recommended for students […]
Let's break down improv into more improv! In this workshop you will learn the Pretty Flower improv form. We will set up a base scene and branch out to explore the character's quirks for a few moments and return to find more quirks. Get ready to follow the fun in Pretty Flowers! Class length: 2 […]