Summer 2009Improv Mania (Grades: 6-9)In this fast-paced class we focus on narrative comedy improv using theater games similar to what you may have seen on "Who's Line Is It Anyway?" Discover the basics of staging, character development, space work, exploring topics in the news, giving focus, literature, some stage combat, dance, solo and ensemble work. With an arsenal of imaginative games and exercises, think quickly on your feet, build trust with your teammates and unleash your natural creativity and humor. Learn the secrets of dos & don'ts, setting up a scene for your co-players, and using your "bag of tricks" while having loads of fun and laughs. We end the two weeks with a comedy show for friends and family. Prerequisite(s):
Instructor: Jeffrey Weissman
Jeffrey Weissman has been an acting teacher and coach for schools and private clients for 30 years. He has appeared in dozens of motion pictures and TV shows, most notably co-starring as George McFly in Back to the Future 2 & 3, as Teddy Conway with Clint Eastwood in Pale Rider and with John Lithgow in Twilight Zone the Movie. He has directed for Universal Studios in Japan and was artistic director of the 'Flying Penguins' improv comedy group. He's recently been teaching Comedia Del Arte at SSU and "Teenprov" workshops and shows in Marin and South San Francisco
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