Redwood City Intro to Improv Class One

Most people show up to their first improv class a little nervous. That's fine. That's actually the whole point. In six sessions, you'll practice saying yes before you know what comes next, making your scene partner look good, and committing to an idea even when you're not sure it's a good one. Turns out those are useful skills whether you're onstage or in a meeting. Here's what we cover across the six weeks: * Agreement and the "yes, and" principle * Building scenes from nothing (who, where, what) * Spontaneity and physical presence * Emotions, commitment, and finding the funny without trying to be funny * Divergent thinking and creative problem-solving * How to make other people look great (and why that makes you look great too) No experience required. No performing background. No particular sense of humor. Just show up willing to play. Your instructor has trained with Blue Man Group and performed with Spiegelworld. He's been teaching improv and communication skills to everyone from Google engineers to senior citizens for 15 years. The room will be safe, low-pressure, and probably a little ridiculous. Important: RSVPing on Meetup doesn't enroll you. You have to register and pay through Redwood Cirty Parks & Rec directly. Fee varies by residency. Sign up here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/rwcpark/activity/search/detail/26611