Improv 101: Intro to Improv - weekend intensive and 6 week class
Schedule
Thu Feb 12 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Geery WM J Theater | Sacramento, CA
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Discover the art of improv comedy in this beginner-friendly class!Looking for the perfect improv comedy class in Sacramento? Designed for adults of all experience levels—especially those new to improv—this fun and supportive class helps you build confidence, improve public speaking, and connect with others through short-form games and on-the-spot creativity.
This class is available in two formats:
Weekend intensive: Saturday, January 10th and Sunday, 11th, 10 AM - 5 PM both days
6 week class: Thursdays, 7-9 PM February 12th - March 19th
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6 WEEK FORMAT:
When: Thursdays, Feb 12, 19, 26, Mar,. 5, 12, 19 | 7-9 PM
Location: Eagle Theater - California Historical Landmark #595, 921 Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814
Instructor: Jessilee Windhaus
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WEEKEND INTENSIVE FORMAT:
When: Saturday, January 10th and Sunday, January 11th, 2026, 10 AM - 5 PM (see full schedule below)
Location: Geery Theater - 2130 L St., Sacramento
Instructor: Nora Solo
Class schedule:
DAY 1:
10 AM – 1 PM: Part 1
1 PM – 2 PM: Lunch
2 PM – 5 PM: Part 2
There will be 5 minute breaks every hour.
DAY 2:
10 AM – 1 PM: Part 3
1 PM – 2 PM: Lunch
2 PM – 5 PM: Part 4
There will be 5 minute breaks every hour.
We are happy to accommodate any requests to sit or take additional breaks for those who need them. You are encouraged to take care of yourself and your body’s needs! We will also have water and sensory gear available for those who need it!
LUNCH:
Students are welcome and encouraged to bring snacks and water and should bring their own lunches. Students may make their own lunch plans or join us for lunch at Kupros (1217 21st Street, Sacramento, CA 95811) which is a 1 minute walk from the venue.
During this class, students will learn to:
-Revisit and embrace the powers of playfulness and joy in a supportive environment
-Work collaboratively with scene partners to establish, contribute to, and sustain a shared reality through the power of “yes, and…” and "yes, because..."
-Frame “failures” or “mistakes” as opportunities rather than avoiding them
-Proactively and compassionately support their partners through listening, humility, and compassion
-Understand basic story structure and use it as a framework for building improv scenes
-Think outside the box, stretch creative thinking “muscles,” and practice thinking quickly on your feet
-Collaboratively justify any idea within the reality of an established scene
-Commit to ideas with your scene partner(s), even if it seems silly
-Convey emotions during a scene and explore spontaneous emotional reactions
-Construct basic scenes with others, including adding specific details to scenes
-Prepare for our next class level: Improv 201, Foundations of Scene Work
-Have fun and be gentle with yourself and others!
Important Details:
Tuition is nonrefundable. You must be at least 18 to register.
Whether you're looking for a new creative outlet, a way to step out of your comfort zone, or just something fun to do in Sacramento, this improv class is the perfect fit. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and sense of humor!
Haus of Comedy offers improv classes, live improv comedy shows, and team-building in Sacramento, CA. We believe that comedy is more than just entertainment—it is a catalyst for happiness, connection, and community.
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