Our Second Summer Workshop
A Special Workshop with Anoushka Brod
"More Play Please!" - July 19, 2009

Are you wanting to recapture the fun of improv? Have you gotten caught in your head trying "to figure it out"? Do you want to make your improv even more playful? Well, this workshop is for you! In this class we will focus on tools that get us out of our heads, and fully into the moment. As we focus completely on what is occurring in the moment, and our scene partner, with the exclusion of everything else, our true playfulness can blossom! We learn to capture the "mistake" and make it the funnest (and funniest) part of the scene! Toss out your fear of getting it right and come spend the afternoon playing. Don't be surprised if your improv skills are deepened and strengthened in the process of this fun-focused workshop! Sunday, July 19, 2009, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Anoushka Brod, has been a professional improviser since 1997, when she joined Transactors.

Space is limited for this workshop, so please sign up soon. You can contact Dan Sipp at: dsipp@comedyworx.com for more information or simply Register Now.

Registration Now Open for Fall
Longform Improvisation Classes

The Center's Longform Program is offering Levels 1, 2, and 3 longform classes this Fall 2009. As a student participating in the Longform Program you will have plenty of opportunities to perform in shows at The Worx.

1. Level 1 - Introduction to Longform, this class explores two of the most fundamental elements of improvisation: Patterns and Agreement. Beginning September 13, 2009, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. (Sundays) More information on Level 1
2. Level 2 -Fundamentals of Group Improvisation ,This class will explore how to improvise in a group setting. The exercises in this course will focus on having all of the students improvising together at the same time. You will explore knowing when to lead and when to follow, committing to the group's energy and trusting your fellow players. September 15, 2009, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. (Tuesdays) More information on Level 2
3. Level 3 - Scenework, this class will give you a variety of tools and approaches that help make great scenes...the single most important element in longform improvisation. Beginning September 14, 2009, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m (Mondays). More information on Level 3

Space is limited for these classes, so please sign up soon. You can contact Dan Sipp at: dsipp@comedyworx.com for more information or simply Register Now.

Intro to Improv (Shortform)
Improvisation Class Begins July 29, 2009

This class provides the basic skills necessary for improv: you will learn exercises to build energy, establish focus,and get everyone in the group on the same page. Beginning July 29, 2009, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m (Wednesdays). More information on Intro to Improv

Space is limited for these classes, so please sign up soon. You can contact Richard Gardner at: rgardner@comedyworx.com for more information or simply Register Now.

Grants Available for Teachers

Funding has been made available for a limited number of tuition grants for K - 12 teachers. More information on tuition grants for teachers can be found on the Grants page.

Congratulations Graduates
of the WTC Longform Program

The April 7, 2009 Graduates of the Worx Training Center longform improvisation program. Front Row: Dan Sipp (Director), Jenny Spencer, Suzanne MacDonough & Cary LaMay.Back Row: Ronnie Ansley, Chris Spencer, Dawn Gum, Cassiana Gudgenov & Greg Vydra.

Another Great Musical Workshop

The June Musical Improv workshop led by Greg Hohn of Transactors and area recording artist Mark Lewis was a phenomenal learning experience and good time for all. The participants were looking for the next level (will see what we can do). If you missed it this time drop us an email and we will keep you posted the next time we schedule it.

Improvising Story Concludes Our 2008 Summer Program

Improvising Story with Director & actor Jay O'Berski was held on Sunday, August 24, 2008. As promised it sharpened the attendees storytelling skill set. It was a fun three hours appreciated by everyone who attended. If you missed it this time drop us an email and we will keep you posted the next time we schedule it.