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 […]
About The Show: An improv comedy show filled with all made-up musical fun! Featuring Improv Hawaii's house musical team, Thoroughly Modern Biggie doing an improvised musical based on a live interview by a random audience member. Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway […]
DON'T MAKE IT WEIRD: self-tapes are the new normal. It's time to get comfortable and have fun in front of the camera. 'Cause believe it or not - ACTING IS FUN! In this class, students will be given a short audition script to work on in front of the camera, learn how to set up […]
This workshop will give you tools and exercises to develop dynamic new characters. You will explore physicality, voice, emotion and more in a fun and easy environment. Discover what you didn’t know was in your character wheelhouse! Prerequisite: No Experience Needed Max class size: 14 Instructor: Jose V. *instructors subject to change without warning All […]
New Teams, New Formats! Come watch our student-led teams rock out to brand new formats in the Improv Hawai’i Test Kitchen Improv Comedy Show. This is a great way for audience members to get some serious belly laughs, for prospective students to see where they’ll be after taking classes with us, and for experienced improvisers […]
About: An improvised comedy show featuring some of Honolulu's funniest folks! It's a new show every month! Produced by: Anette Arinix Aga Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St. Watch this video for directions. Parking: Street, […]
You want to jump in, but what do you say? This workshop will focus on building fun, detailed openings for long form sets. Players will work on discovering clear ideas and presenting strong, information-filled initiations. Prerequisite: Must have completed Improv 101. Max class size: 14 Instructor: Yosh S. *instructors subject to change without notice All […]
About The Show: An improvised night of comedy based on all things gloriously nerdy!Produced by: Jose Ver Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway to the left. Wheelchair-accessible entrance off of Pohukaina St. Watch this video for directions. Parking: Street, metered and paid […]
About: Pump up the jams! Come improvise with fellow creatives in a safe, supportive and always fun space. Everyone who signs up will get at least 10 minutes of jam time, as well as the chance to laugh and learn while watching others during their block. Come out to play or just come out to […]
Trying improv for the first time, or just getting back into the swing of things? This intro level set of classes is 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 the […]
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 […]
About The Show: An improv comedy show filled with all made-up musical fun! Featuring Improv Hawaii's house musical team, Thoroughly Modern Biggie doing an improvised musical based on a live interview by a random audience member. Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway […]
About The Show: An improv comedy show filled with all made-up musical fun! Featuring Improv Hawaii's house musical team, Thoroughly Modern Biggie doing an improvised musical based on a live interview by a random audience member. Entrance: The entrance is on South Street between Auahi and Pohukaina. Walk down small steps and follow the hallway […]