Improv Acting

Have you ever wondered how your favorite comedic moments in cinema came to life? Although it’s possible the jokes were scripted, it’s also likely that the actors improvised! We’re proud to offer Improv for kids and Improv for teens as a part of a well-rounded performing arts training program at Stagelight Performing Arts!

VIEW OUR CURRENT SEASON IMPROV ACTING CLASSES

Improv for Kids, Conquer the Unknown

At Stagelight Performing Arts, Improv Acting is all about creating humorous sketches and scenes from scratch. Improv Actors take what they know about history, pop culture, and community and come up with improvised scenes at the mention of a random suggestion from the audience or their fellow performers. Does this all still sound a little scary? That’s the point! Enroll your child in Improv Acting at Stagelight Performing Arts and watch them conquer the unknown! Look below to see what we offer in our classes:

QUICK THINKING

Ability of performers to respond rapidly and creatively to unexpected situations or prompts on stage without premeditation or hesitation.

TEAMWORK

The collaborative effort among performers to create cohesive scenes, narratives, and performances on stage.

CHARACTER CHOICES AND DEVELOPMENT

The process of creating and portraying distinct and believable characters spontaneously during improvisational scenes.

EMOTIONS

Learn how to portray a wide range of emotions spontaneously, drawing from their own experiences, observations, and imagination.

FLEXIBILITY WITHIN A SCENE/SCRIPT

Embracing uncertainty, remaining adaptable, and trusting in the collaborative process to create engaging and dynamic performances.

PREPARATION FOR COLD READINGS

Developing skills and techniques to effectively approach and perform from a script or text without prior rehearsal or familiarity.

WANT TO TRY AN IMPROV ACTING CLASS WITH US?

We offer a one-time free trial per student! If you’re interested in trying out one of our Improv Acting classes, please email us at stagelightarts@gmail.com

PREPARE FOR THE UNKNOWN

Girls' Dress Code
Females should wear comfortable clothing or workout wear (no midriffs showing), and more importantly, they come to class with a good attitude and an openness to explore.
Boys' Dress Code
Males should wear comfortable clothing or workout wear (no midriffs showing), and more importantly, they come to class with a good attitude and an openness to explore.

FALLING DEEPER IN LOVE WITH THIS ART FORM

Emotional Agility

Storytelling Techniques

Group Dynamics

Risk-taking and Scene Initiations

Physicality and Spatial Awareness

As our Improv Acting II class requires an elevated skill level from our actors, they are required to have instructor approval to enroll in the class. If your child has completed at least one year of outside training in this discipline, please email the studio at stagelightarts@gmail.com to schedule this assessment with one of our qualified instructors.

CONQUER THE UNKNOWN

It’s time for your child to live on stage. Secure their place in Improv Acting class or any of our other fun and engaging classes by logging in or creating an account through our Customer Portal. We can’t wait to see you in class!

FAQS

How much are your classes? Do you offer sibling discounts?

Our pricing structure is based on the number of classes each student enrolls for as shown above. Additionally, there is a mandatory registration fee of $30, and we do not offer any sibling discounts.

Please click here to read more about our Tuition, Pricing, and Billing policies.

Are there shows for the Improv Acting students?

Yes. Improv Acting students have their own performances:

One in-studio performance in the winter
One performance at the Curtis Theatre in the Spring

More information for our Improv Acting shows are sent through our newsletter emails, posted on our social media accounts, and also shown in our in-studio slideshow.

My child has Improv Acting experience, can they take a level II or higher?

As our Level II Improv Acting classes require a slightly elevated skill level from our performers, they are required to have instructor approval to enroll in the class. For new incoming students, performers who have taken Acting at other studios or schools may be ready for a higher level.

If your child has completed at least one year of outside training in this discipline, please email the studio at stagelightarts@gmail.com to schedule this assessment with one of our qualified instructors.

How do I know if my child can move up to the next level?

A feature in your Customer Portal–Evaluations! These stars represent the progress your child has made in each of their classes. In the future, you’ll be able to track your child’s skill progression throughout the year, but for the first phase of this rollout, Evaluations are here to help you determine which classes your child is approved to enroll in next season.

For more information about Evaluation Stars, click here.

Can my child enroll in a class that is intended for an age group slightly older than theirs?

We typically allow for a standard six-month grace period surrounding the specified age limits. It is advisable to initially enroll her in a class appropriate for her current age group, especially for the first half of the season.

If the grace period exceeds six months beyond the age limits, or if the instructor advises considering a different age group, instructor approval may be required.

There are so many classes my child wants to try, can we do a trial for as many classes as we want?

We only offer a one-time free trial per student. However, we offer drop-in passes that you can purchase through the Customer Portal to try out as many classes as you’d like.

If you’re interested in purchasing a drop-in pass, you can purchase it through your Customer Portal account under “Merch & More!” (drop-in passes are only available during our open enrollment periods).

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