Carol Schindler's Improv Intensive

Important: This Price option is for New Students Only. For Returning Students, please proceed to this course.  Only New Students can avail of these promotional prices. Clients cannot purchase a 2nd 3-Part class for $99. We will not be able to warrant promotional price purchases for returning students. -- The advanced class gives advanced and...

This online 2-hour virtual intro is an introduction for anyone to learn the fundamentals of improvisation with our unique character-based approach. You will learn the basic tools, rules, and philosophy of improv through games, drills, and virtual scenes… All through your computer screen! AND Now More then Ever! Not only can our Virtual Intro-to-Improv...

This is for everybody, whether you're a newbie or novice (experienced) improvisers, actor, people who have fear in public speaking and for anyone who is looking for (((FUN))). This will help actors and improvisers to be ready on stage and to always be prepared to do different characters. It is great for those who are shy or just nervous. It is great...

On going series. Drop in for one session or join us every week! Each class is self contained. Regular attendance drives results.  Stick around after Thursday online sessions for a professional Improv Show, FREE for all students.  Our #1 rule is to HAVE FUN but never at another's expense. Every session includes a series of games that develop...

Please be on time to make sure we can get everyone comfortable with the tech and get right to the improv Limit: 10 Participants Improvise from the comfort of your own home! If you have a reliable internet connection and the Zoom app on your device, you can play with us. NOTE: We'll email the Zoom link and details for the workshop through our ANDReservations...

Always wanted to take an Improv Class? Now is your chance to enjoy a free sessions (regularly priced $40). Every week we have professionals from many industries playing along side student and profressional performing artists. Whether you are looking for a career in acting/comedy or just self enrichment, please be our guest. We know you will be excited...

This class is designed to go past improv basics. Through different drills, exercises and games, we'll strengthen your improv skills. We'll focus on improv techniques that will help you build richer characters, make stronger initiations, and raise the stakes of your scene work by making more dynamic choices. Every week will focus on a different Long...

This class is designed to go past improv basics. Through different drills, exercises and games, we'll strengthen your improv skills. We'll focus on improv techniques that will help you build richer characters, make stronger initiations, and raise the stakes of your scene work by making more dynamic choices.

Learn how to create laugh-inducing lyrics and sensational songs on the spot. ​In this class we will work on some or all of the following skills: rhyming, creating songs using “forwards and backwards” techniques, narrative and joke-form approaches, understanding song structure, improvising in different song styles, putting lyrics to existing...

One of this country's most experienced and well-reviewed improv performers -- a veteran of over 4000 shows with Chicago CIty Limits -- can teach anyone to improvise! You do not need to be "fast on your feet" or "funny" or an extrovert, just someone who is willing to play. This class will help you at work with presentations and public speaking,...

The class that I used to teach in person is now being taught on the internet. My students kindly tell me how much they are enjoying it and how grateful they are to be a part of this fun, supportive, spirited community during these days of isolation. Learn how to think on your feet, get comfortable with public speaking, brainstorm, collaborate, or...

Have you always wanted to perform stand-up but don't know where to begin? In this class, we will breakdown how to get started writing a stand-up routine and find your voice as a comedian. Our methods will include how to mine personal stories for material, how to write one-liners and premises, and how to use improvisation to generate ideas instead...

One of this country's most experienced and well-reviewed improv performers -- a veteran of over 4000 shows with Chicago CIty Limits -- can teach anyone to improvise! You do not need to be "fast on your feet" or "funny" or an extrovert, just someone who is willing to play. This class will help you at work with presentations and public speaking,...

Beginner’s improv with an emphasis on fun and meeting new people. The idea of this class is to teach improv skills in a non-stresful way. Think of it as dipping a toe in the water. A prefect way to get started without any pressure.  At one hour, it is short and breezy for those of you who might be “Zoomed out.” Just come play. Anyone can...

Beginner’s improv with an emphasis on fun and meeting new people. The idea of this class is to teach improv skills in a non-stresful way. Think of it as dipping a toe in the water. A prefect way to get started without any pressure.  At one hour, it is short and breezy for those of you who might be “Zoomed out.” Just come play. Anyone can...

Learn a skill that will change your life with the gentle and genial guidance of an improv master. Carl Kissin performed 4000 shows with the legendary troupe Chicago City Limits. He is offering this one-on-one class so that you can be introduced to the fundamentals of improv at your own pace, customized to your personality and learning style. You do...

First time taking an improv class? You’re in the right place. This class will introduce new improvisers to the value of saying “Yes, And” to every idea - especially their own - to become joyful, fearless, and bold performers. Through games and exercises, this class will teach students the essentials of successful scenic improvisation -- to...

This class underlines the core philosophy of what we teach at the BCC: that loving the hell out of whatever is happening onstage is the key to strong, successful scenes. It will help remind you what you love about improv, slap you out of whatever fear is holding you back, and cut out the naysaying voices in your head that cloud your inspiration. ...

Comedy music is in. The NYTimes thinks so, audiences think so, and hopefully you do too. In this class, we’ll teach you how to find your unique musical and comedic voice: simultaneously. You will take what makes you tick and turn it into a musical act via learning songwriting techniques —and how they naturally correspond with finding a strong...

This class introduces students to the fundamentals of improvisation. Through exercises and games, students will learn the basic skills of improv and have fun developing their spontaneity, playfulness, imagination, and confidence. Improv is an essential skill for any actor, and it’s a useful one for life, as well. No experience necessary.