Improv Classes Are Coming to the Historic Everett Theatre

Hey you.

Yeah, you.

Are you ready to cross another line off your bucket list and learn improv?

Our pal Britney Barber has been working on building an improv scene in Everett. Now you can get in on the fun. Britney and fellow improv pro Kate Jaeger will be offering improv classes at the Historic Everett Theatre starting this April.

Youth classes start at just $50 (ages 11 and up). Adults can choose between a beginner or advanced class.

So why should you learn improv? What’s the value of it? I’ll let Britney share in her own words:

You, too, could find yourself becoming a T-rex on stage // Garret Hunt

“Improv isn't just about "make 'em ups and yuck 'em ups."

Improv directly correlates to living life. For better or worse, we are constantly navigating an infinite number of unpredictable variables.

In addition, there are never-ending difficult situations that seem impossible to prepare for—Job interviews, first dates, relationships, personal or professional confrontations, interactions with strangers, social situations where you don't know anyone, presentations for work or school, working with difficult people, or even those weird crazy adventures you didn't mean to have but find yourself on due to a twist of fate.

Now imagine feeling like none of that could "throw you off." The concepts of successful improv comedy actually utilizes effective communication techniques, psychological principles, and creative/critical thinking approaches that can be applied to making really good stupid jokes, cultivating healthier relationships, building a better work life, and feeling powerful and unstoppable in any situation.

Britney Barber, your new improv instructor // Garret Hunt

When we embrace the unknown and lean into it, the "mysteries" in life seem less daunting and often, then, bend to our will. Embracing our lack of control over anything actually helps us achieve real dominion over our own existence. And who couldn't benefit from the medicinal effect of silly voices and stupid jokes on a weekday?”

Ready to get your improv on? You can get all the details below.

IMPROV CLASSES AT THE HISTORIC EVERETT THEATRE

Improv Comedy Courses 2019

Notes:

*Courses may be cancelled if enrollment is too low.

*If a student is unsatisfied at any point, they will receive a pro-rated refund for the rest of the course.

Instructor Bios:

Kate Jaeger is an actor, director, improviser, and teaching artist. As an educator, she has taught for Intiman Theatre, Seattle’s Children’s Theatre, Village Theatre, and Jet City Improv. She has performed with Village Theatre, Seattle Children’s Theatre, Taproot Theatre Company, ArtsWest, Book-It Repertory, Wooden O, Macha Monkey, Jet City Improv, and Teatro Zinzanni. Jaeger holds Bachelor of Arts degrees in Theatre and Communications from Whitworth University.

Britney Barber has been performing professional improv since 2000 in different cities across the country. She also has a strong background in traditional theatre and diverse experience in creative writing. In addition to teaching, performing, directing, and writing, she also produces a monthly improv show at the Historic Everett Theatre and Cafe Zippy.

Adult Classes:

Intro to Improv

Instructor: Britney Barber

4 weeks

Mondays 7- 9pm

April 1 - April 22

$65

In this 4 week course, students will learn the building blocks of successful improvisation through fun games, exercises, and guided scene work. They’ll also learn how to apply the skills of improv in every aspect of life. This course is well-suited for anyone, from performers to writers to weekday fun-seekers to anyone who just wants to be a better public speaker with more self-confidence. No improv experience necessary. Each class will be customized to individual goals.

Every student will receive a free ticket to an Exit 192 Improv Comedy show.

Level 1 Improv

6 weeks

Instructor: Britney Barber

Wednesdays 7- 9pm

April 3 - May 8

(Student showcase on May 8th at 8:30pm)

$100

In this 6 week course, students will learn more advanced improv principles/techniques and tools through more challenging exercises, games, and open scene work. This course is well-suited for anyone with basic knowledge and some experience in improv. Each class will be customized to individual goals.

This course will end with a student showcase, open to friends and family, on the night of the last class.

Every student will receive a free ticket to an Exit 192 Improv Comedy show.

Every student who completes the Level 1 Improv Class will also be welcome to perform at any of the monthly improv shows at Cafe Zippy.

Youth Classes:

Improv for Ages 11-13

Instructor: TBD

4 weeks

Mondays 4:30 - 6pm

April 1 - April 22

$50

Students will learn cool skills while having almost too much fun. This course will explore the basics of improv through a variety of fast-paced silly games and weirdly awesome exercises.

Improv for Ages 14 -18

Instructor: Kate Jaeger

4 weeks

Wednesdays 4:30 - 6pm

April 3 - April 24

$50

Students will learn and experiment with the building blocks of improv through fun games, challenging exercises, and guided scene work.