Improv Drop-In Class

These “drop-in” classes are perfect for students who might not have a schedule that allows for an entire 8-week session. During each class, students can gain more confidence, more creativity, and more playfulness with the basic improv skills of listening, reacting, working with others, and trusting oneself. Whether students “drop-in” for just one of these workshops, the whole series, or anywhere in between, they will get a small taste of how the art and fun of improv can impact life in a positive way. Each workshop is different, but all will contain fun group games, skill enhancement exercises, and short form performance play.

All experience levels are welcome, and there’s no experience necessary. Enroll for all 3 drop-in sessions ahead of time for $115 or sign up for individual drop-in workshops for $44 each.

• DatesSaturdays, 11am - 1pm, May 10, 17, and 31
• Cost$115
• LocationSt. Columba's Episcopal Church  — 939 James Burgess Rd, Suwanee, GA 30024
• PrerequisitesNo experience necessary. All experience levels welcome.

Playback Theatre – Drop-In Class

These “drop-in” classes are perfect for students who might not have a schedule that allows for an entire 8-week session. During each class, students will experience and practice the art of Playback Theatre, which is a unique form of improvised theatre wherein performers take personal experiences from audience members and elevate those true stories into spontaneous theatre. Whether students “drop-in” for just one of these workshops, the whole series, or anywhere in between, they will use their improv skills in fresh ways, while learning new tools they can apply to all of their improv work. Heightened listening and emotional connection converge in this artistically satisfying story-driven format that builds community for all involved.

Improvisers with or without previous Playback experience are welcome to join.

Enroll for all 3 drop-in sessions ahead of time for $140 or sign up for individual drop-in workshops for $54 each.

• DatesSaturdays, 1:30 - 4:30 pm, May 10, 17, and 31
• Cost$140
• LocationSt. Columba's Episcopal Church  — 939 James Burgess Rd, Suwanee, GA 30024

Personal Storytelling Workshop

Everyone can tell a personal story, but in this workshop for adults, you’ll learn some of the technical ins and outs of taking true events from your own life and weaving them into an engaging performance. We will touch on personal style, story structure, and different approaches in this introductory workshop. Storytelling skills build confidence, connection, and community.

This online workshop is pay-what-you-can! Simply enter the amount you can pay when you register.

• DatesSunday, May 18, 12-2pm EDT
• Cost$40
• LocationOnline
• PrerequisitesNo experience necessary.

Just for Fun Online Improv Workshop

It’s easy for adults to forget to set aside time in our lives to play and laugh, but it’s one of the most important things we can do for our happiness.  This feel-good improv class is play-time for grownups, a delightful and necessary break from the work and stress that can build up in our lives.  You’ll spend the entire class-time simply playing and having fun, as Amanda leads the group through both beloved classics and lesser known games.  Since this workshop is just about playing fun games, it’s open to adults with all levels of experience with improv, whether that’s no experience at all, just a little bit, or a whole lot.  Making time for play is an act of self-care.

This online workshop is pay-what-you-can! Simply enter the amount you can pay when you register.

• DatesSunday, June 1st, 11am - 1pm EDT
• Cost$40
• LocationOnline
• PrerequisitesNo experience necessary. All experience levels welcome.

Online Personal Storytelling Class

First person storytelling shows are all the rage on stages and podcasts across the country.  In this class, you will learn how to take true events from your own life and weave them into engaging performances. We will work on public speaking skills, presentation, story structure, different narrative approaches, and creating your own unique style.  Each week, students will be given a new assignment for how to structure a story.  Students choose their own subject matter for their personal stories.  This class culminates in a performance, where each student will share a 3-7 minute personal story.

• DatesSundays, 12-2 pm EDT, June 15 - August 3
• Cost$230
• LocationOnline

Intro to Improv

This workshop is your chance to get a small taste of how the art and fun of improv can impact your life in a positive way. In the span of just a couple of hours, students will get a small sampling of the gifts that can come from improvising. Improvisation is more than just a useful tool for actors, it’s a different way of approaching life. Through enjoyable games and exercises, students who benefit from regular improv practice gain more confidence, more creativity, and more playfulness with the basic improv skills of listening, reacting, working with others, and trusting oneself. Find out if improv classes are right for you with this introductory workshop!

This workshop is pay-what-you-can! Simply enter the amount you can pay (even if it’s just a dollar) when you register.

• PrerequisitesNo experience necessary.
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Beginning Improv

Improvisation is more than just a useful tool for actors, it’s a different way of approaching life. Through fun games and exercises, students will gain more confidence, more creativity, and more playfulness with the basic improv skills of listening, reacting, working with others, and trusting oneself. Not only will it make you more comfortable while thinking on your feet, it’s really fun! This class is simply eight weeks of meeting and playing in an enjoyable, supportive environment without the pressure of a final performance.

• PrerequisitesNo previous training or experience necessary.
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Improv for Teachers

No matter the age of your students, utilizing improvisation skills and games to supplement your personal teaching approach helps nurture new, dynamic ways of learning in the classroom. In this workshop, you will learn the basic principles of improv and how to apply those concepts to lessons across your curriculum, fitting your classroom’s specific needs.

• PrerequisitesNo theatre experience necessary.
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Personal Storytelling Class

First person storytelling shows are all the rage on stages and podcasts across the country.  In this class, you will learn how to take true events from your own life and weave them into engaging performances. We will work on public speaking skills, presentation, story structure, different narrative approaches, and creating your own unique style.  Each week, students will be given a new assignment for how to structure a story.  Students choose their own subject matter for their personal stories.  This class culminates in a performance, where each student will share a 3-7 minute personal story.

• PrerequisitesNo experience necessary.
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Yoga & Improv

We all need more fun and less stress in our lives, and this workshop delivers! Each monthly class brings together fun improv play with accessible yoga for all levels. Stretch both your body and your mind, while strengthening your confidence, mindfulness, and creativity in a fun, relaxing atmosphere.

I’m delighted to co-teach this workshop with the amazing yoga instructor, and co-creator of the concept, Elizabeth Chavez Phillips.

Bring a yoga mat if you have one, a water bottle, and comfy clothes you can move in.

• LocationLunar Yoga — 101 Meadow Drive, Cumming GA 30040
• Prerequisitesno experience necessary. All experience levels welcome.
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Applied Improv Workshop

The benefits of learning and exercising improv skills can help any group achieve their goals. In this workshop, the instructor will lead students through various enjoyable games which will focus on one or more of the following: confidence, listening, communication, mindfulness, collaboration, public speaking, creativity, thinking on one’s feet, and more. Then, the group will learn how to apply these skills to fit their team’s specific needs.

Contact Amanda if you’d like to schedule your own private workshop.

• PrerequisitesNo experience necessary
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Talk Like Shakespeare Workshop

If you felt like you could just never “get” Shakespeare in high school, this class will rectify that. In this fun workshop for adults, students will play enjoyable games and exercises to learn the difference between their “thees” and “thous.”  Students will be throwing around both compliments and insults, Shakespeare-style, in no time!

• PrerequisitesNo experience necessary.
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