improv & sketch comedy in hawaii
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
In this class, students will learn the basics of improv comedy and acting through fun theater games and team work. Students will build confidence through comedy in a safe non-judgmental space. Great for teens looking to break out of their shells, and to be themselves. Class length: Four 1.5 hour classes = 6 hours of […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for some in-person Improv Comedy awesomeness! We are back at the charming La Salle ballroom at The Pagoda restaurant with our popular show THE IMPROV HAWAII COMEDY RAP BATTLE hosted by EMCEE GIBBERISH! Come by for an hour of make ’em ups featuring FOUR NON-RAPPERS rapping about things you tell them to rap […]
Join us for some in-person Improv Comedy awesomeness! We are back at the charming La Salle ballroom at The Pagoda restaurant with our house musical improv team "Thoroughly Modern Millie!" Come by for an hour of make 'em ups as the team interviews a random audience member then makes up an ENTIRE MUSICAL based on […]
Join us for some in-person Improv Comedy awesomeness at Studio 909 across from The Blaisdell on Kapiolani Blvd. Come by for an hour of fun make ’em ups that you won’t wanna miss. We guarantee that this exact show WILL NEVER HAPPEN again;) Time: Show runs from 7pm-8pm. Doors open 20 minutes before the show begins. […]
Join us for some in-person Improv Comedy awesomeness at Studio 909 across from The Blaisdell on Kapiolani Blvd. Come by for an hour of fun make 'em ups hosted by everyone's favorite fake rapper - Emcee Gibberish. We guarantee that this exact show WILL NEVER HAPPEN again;) Time: Show runs from 9pm-10pm. Doors open 20 […]
You've seen musicals. You've seen improv. You've seen musical improv and now you'd like to try it, right? RIGHT? Improvisation is a great way to break out of your shell. MUSICAL improv is a great way to break out of your shell with an extra side of jazz hands! In this two-hour workshop, students will […]
What do you do when you've run out of ideas for a scene? YOU IMPROVISE! In this 2-day workshop, students will practice building grounded organic scenes through listening, supporting and having some good 'ol fun.Instructor: Kimee Balmilero
In this Acting 101 Class, students will learn the basics to laying a solid foundation for their work. Through individual and group exercises, participants will begin to identify precise wants, obstacles, and resolutions in a script. With many productions coming to film in Hawaii, this class is perfect for the curious beginner or the seasoned […]