Updated August 2, 2007
Improvisation is quickly becoming a mainstream form of entertainment thanks, in part, to the success of TV shows like "Who's line is it anyway?" and Live Improv theater shows at Second City, Improv Olympic, the Groundlings & Theater/Comedy Sports. It's thinking quick & reacting quicker. How would you like to learn the skills of the "Quick Wit"?

Theater 168 is the valley's BEST improv comedy hot spot. Featuring the Jester'Z improv comedy troupe - Theater 168 is also known for improv acting & comedy training. For over 5 years, hundreds of comics, actors and entertainers have been instructed by the valleys most knowledgeable instructors in improv.

“No actor is complete until they’ve studied and applied improvisation” – Elayne Stein (local acting coach)

Improv 101 - Beginning Improv for EVERYONE

Saturdays
9am - Noon

Length:
4 weeks

Requirements:
None

Where do you start?  RIGHT HERE!!   If you would love to try improv or need a few basic skills to get you going on thinking quicker - this class will assist you in obtaining the knowledge & instruction you need to get you started in improvisation. This class is for EVERYONE!!    Whether furthering your acting career or just making life a little more funny - This basics class is the place to start.

4 Weeks – $100

Call for start dates for 2008.
             

Contact Kathy at 480-962-9262 to register for Improv 101

  • think quicker on your toes
  • develop self-confidence & self-esteem in front of others
  • develop your improv and acting talent
  • develop listening skills & work as a team
  • be more comfortable performing or presenting in front of others
  • get out and have fun!!
CLICK HERE TO MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Improv 102 - Beginning to Intermediate

Wednesdays
7 -10pm

Length:
12 weeks

Start Dates for 2008:
Session I – January 9
Session II – April 9
Session III – July 9
Session IV – October 1

This class will assist you in obtaining the knowledge & instruction you need to get you started in improvisation. This class is for: Actors, Stand ups, Class Clowns, Public Speakers, Salesmen, Performers, Writers and Adults who want to get some much needed "timeout". Whether furthering your acting career or just making life a little more funny - This basics class is the place to start.

Tuition - $350

With 2 showcase performances!!

Requirements: none  

Contact Kathy at 480-962-9262to register for Improv 102



  • think quicker on your toes
  • develop self-confidence & self-esteem in front of others
  • develop your improv and acting talent
  • develop listening skills & work as a team
  • be more comfortable performing or presenting in front of others
  • get out of the house and have fun
CLICK HERE TO MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Improv 201 - Performance Improvisation

Thursdays
7 -10pm

Length:
12 weeks

Start Dates for 2008:
Session I – January 10
Session II – April 10
Session III – July 10
Session IV – October 2

More details, more specific, greater understanding of the skills it takes to be a GREAT improviser. Work together as a team. Learn deeper emotional based scenes. Less thinking & more doing. Energetic & active scenes that keep your audience engaged. Finding the game within the scene.

12 weeks - $350

With 4 performance showcases!!

Requirements:
Beginning Improv or previous performance experience & training – Audition may be required.

Contact Kathy at 480-962-9262to register for Improv 201



Being an improv “performer” requires “performances”!!  So, GET ON STAGE & PERFORM!!  Your team will create 4 amazing showcases of your newly developed or sharpened Improv skills for LIVE audience!!  

CLICK HERE TO MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

T101 - Teen Improv comedy

Call for next start date.

Requirements: None

Tuition: 
$200 – 6 weeks + Showcase

IMPROVisation:(v) to make up on the spur of the moment without prior thought.

Theater 168 is proud to educate & encourage young men & young women to make life fun & Funny!!!  Providing the VERY BEST instructors Arizona Improv has to offer – these young adults can have a creative outlet that is much needed. 

Tired of playing with “goofballs” in your high school drama class?  Learn to be a leader of GREAT improv!!  Take these valuable lessons back to your high school improv group or start a troupe of your own!

These classes will teach:

Contact Kathy at 480-962-9262  to register for T101

Start Dates for 2008:
Call for next start dates



  • Self - Confidence
  • Ability to think quicker on your feet
  • Team playing
  • Listening skills - did you hear that? Listening skills!! (Parents always complaining you don’t “listen”?  tell them you’ll learn if they pay)
  • The Fundamentals of acting including voice, movement, characterization & stage direction
  • Basic Elements of Comedy Improv Games for a showcase.

That's right! After 6 weeks of instruction you'll be ready to show off your talent to your family and friends at a show!

CLICK HERE TO MEET THE INSTRUCTOR


Testimonial
"Thanks again Jef for what you teach about improv and life.  Improv at Theater 168 has helped me as an actor in so many ways. One of the biggest benefits has been relaxing at auditions! Getting lots of stage time at every class plus getting up in front of a crowd for showcases really helped my confidence. I have no fear of auditions that are improv now, in fact I look forward to those auditions the most!  Taking your classes has allowed me to think on my feet and always come up with something new and fresh at auditions. I've been getting more work and I know its because I have confidence that what I need will come to me in the moment and I can trust that whatever I choose to do is the right choice! Your improv classes taught me that and I am forever grateful."  ~Karen Jolly (local actor & Theater 168 Student)  

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