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Summer session is here! The KC Improv Company Training Center's next classes start November 1 and November 2! We currently have classes on Saturdays, and Sundays. Classes sometimes include Improv 101 and a Montage Scenework class, as well as one-off Drop-in classes typically on Saturdays at 12:30.
Stay tuned for more information here, or join our Training Center email list by emailing to classes[@]kcimprov.com
Or read more below about our individual classes, scholarships, and work-study opportunities!
In addition to producing hundreds of shows every year, The KC Improv Company strives to advance improv in the Midwest by sharing our expertise and knowledge through classes, workshops, and coaching. The KC Improv Company Training Center allows students from all experience levels and backgrounds to become an integral part of the improv community in KC by building skills and ideologies not only applicable to the stage, but to their everyday lives.
Our current classes are 6 weeks long, and meet once a week. The current price is currently $160 for the 6-week session.
Every class performs at the end of their session at The KC Improv Company Theater, and students get to see KC Improv Company shows FOR FREE!! (Restrictions apply, but not often). More advanced classes have additional stage-time opportunities.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND WORK-STUDY ARE AVAILABLE!
We are proud to offer diversity scholarships! The KC Improv Company founded its Training Center in 2010. We have helped all types of wonderful people develop and learn over the years. Our scholarship program aims to assist students and aspiring students who will help make the improv community (and by extension the acting community) more diverse and inclusive.
We also allow work-study opportunities, for people willing to work at our shows on Fridays and Saturdays! Email for information!
To apply for a scholarship, just email classes@kcimprov.com and tell us:
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Why you want to learn improv with the KC Improv Company,
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How your background and experiences would help make the improv community more representative of the Kansas City community overall (because we don't want to guess your race, religion, sexuality, age, or anything else), and
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Any things that reflect your dedication or aptitude related to improv and comedic acting!
Many scholarships are for 50 percent of normal class fees, and can be rewarded retroactively for classes that have already been paid for. Email us with any questions you have. Thank you!
Is 6 or 8 weeks too much? Then check out our Drop-In Class, Saturdays at 12:30 pm at The KCIC Theater.
Questions? E-mail us at classes@kcimprov.com, or give us a call at 816-806-4000!
Improv 101
Sundays at 10:30 am til 12:00 pm, starting November 2!
This course helps adults learn and explore the art of improvisational acting and comedy. Whether you want to try something new, get out of your shell, or see if comedy and performance is a direction you are interested in, this class is the place to start. Students will benefit by improving their listening skills, confidence, team-building, trust, and collaboration skills. And they WILL have fun!
Students get FREE ADMISSION to KCIC shows through the duration of their classes! (Currently 3-5 shows per weekend, each ticket valued at $15.)
Classes meet each week for six weeks. A student showcase will take place near the end of the six weeks.
Please enter from the north-side parking lot.
Alternate payment arrangements are available upon request to avoid fees, via tickets[at]kcimprov.com.
Instructor: Ashlyn Kullberg
Early bird pricing is available for the first three to sign up!
Advanced Improv: The Montage Format
Saturdays at 10:30 am til 12:00 pm, starting November 1
This course expands on the ideas introduced in previous levels and teaches the long-form format known as the Montage.
It emphasizes the ability to do high-quality scenes in or out of the context of short-form games and structures. Completion of Improv 201 or 301 is required (or pre-approval by the Education Director).
Every class gets to perform at the Kick Comedy Theater, and students get to see KC Improv Company shows for free (with very few exceptions).
This class will meet weekly for six weeks, with at least one performance on stage at the end of the six-week session.The Montage is a fantastic format for those who are looking for more challenging long-form formats, and who want some freedom to explore!
Alternate payment arrangements are available upon request to avoid fees, via tickets[at]kcimprov.com.
Please enter from the north-side parking lot.
Instructor: Tim Marks
Early bird pricing is available for the first three to sign up!