IMPROV 100: Say Yes! (Intro to Improv), Saturdays, Fall '26
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Say yes! Learn to listen, connect, play and use your own life to create stories with others! An 8 week intro to improvised theatre.
About this Event
Discover Unexpected Productions' philosophy of improvisation, developed over our 43 years of improvising in Seattle!
You'll learn how to actively listen, to use your own life to create collaborative stories, and you'll work on the fundamental principles of improvisation: what it means to say, "Yes, And", how to tell stories that include everyone in the room, how to stop worrying about failing, and the games and concepts behind what we do on stages around the world!
Under the guidance of one of our best Seattle improv teachers, you will learn to:·
Date and Time: 8 weeks, 8 Saturdays, Sep 26 to Nov 14, 12:00pm to 2:30pm
Location: 650 S Orcas St, Room 217, Seattle, WA, 98108
Age Requirements: 18+
Prerequisites: No Training Necessary, Beginners and Seasoned Performers Are Both Welcome!
Maximum Students: 16
About the Teacher: Michelle Hippe has been a proud member of the Unexpected Productions ensemble since 1999 and has taught improv with UP since 2005. Her work extends beyond the Market Theater, where she has studied and performed in Portland, Chicago, Vancouver, and Berlin, bringing a diverse range of improv perspectives back to her home stage.
As an instructor, Michelle finds that every class offers something new, thanks to the curiosity and creativity of her students. She is passionate about the sense of play, collaboration, and community that emerges through the practice of “Yes, and,” and strives to create an environment where performers of all levels feel supported and inspired.
Cancellation policy: We apologize, but we are unable to offer refunds within two weeks of a class starting.
About this Event
Discover Unexpected Productions' philosophy of improvisation, developed over our 43 years of improvising in Seattle!
You'll learn how to actively listen, to use your own life to create collaborative stories, and you'll work on the fundamental principles of improvisation: what it means to say, "Yes, And", how to tell stories that include everyone in the room, how to stop worrying about failing, and the games and concepts behind what we do on stages around the world!
Under the guidance of one of our best Seattle improv teachers, you will learn to:·
- Be a Better Listener
- Conquer Fears
- Spark Creativity
- Meet New People & Make New Friends
- Become a Better Problem Solver
- Gain Confidence
- Fail With Grace (and Maybe Even Enjoy It)
- Say Yes More in Your Life
- Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
- Become a Better Public Speaker
- Discover More About Yourself
- ...and have a blast doing it!
Date and Time: 8 weeks, 8 Saturdays, Sep 26 to Nov 14, 12:00pm to 2:30pm
Location: 650 S Orcas St, Room 217, Seattle, WA, 98108
Age Requirements: 18+
Prerequisites: No Training Necessary, Beginners and Seasoned Performers Are Both Welcome!
Maximum Students: 16
About the Teacher: Michelle Hippe has been a proud member of the Unexpected Productions ensemble since 1999 and has taught improv with UP since 2005. Her work extends beyond the Market Theater, where she has studied and performed in Portland, Chicago, Vancouver, and Berlin, bringing a diverse range of improv perspectives back to her home stage.
As an instructor, Michelle finds that every class offers something new, thanks to the curiosity and creativity of her students. She is passionate about the sense of play, collaboration, and community that emerges through the practice of “Yes, and,” and strives to create an environment where performers of all levels feel supported and inspired.
Cancellation policy: We apologize, but we are unable to offer refunds within two weeks of a class starting.
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Where is it happening?
Georgetown Room 217, 650 S Orcas St,, Seattle, United States
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Tickets
USD 308.56
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