Improv for Collaboration: Longform (6 Weeks!)

About the Class
Learn to collaborate and create a fun, silly piece of art with peers through long form improv! This class focuses on improv through a collaborative lens, and using long form to see what wonderfully, silly art you can make with your classmates!

Explore in-depth scene work - get lots of personal feedback, and side coaching - to guide students into seeing all the wild possibilities of what they can do. The instructor will give specific feedback for students throughout class - helping students lean into what they love, learn how to approach skills that feel tough, and find their own comedic voice. While having a fun, silly time with their classmates!

Explore long form improv - build core concepts that open the doors to doing whatever long form you like. Learn how different forms function, feel, and how to have fun with them.

This class will start giving you a understanding of how long form formats work and skills for hosting- which will be expanded on in the following class.

This class will culminate in a class showcase, so you can invite your friends and family to see everything you've learned, live on stage!

At The Nova Comedy Collective, we call this an ORBIT CLASS - meaning it's perfect for participants who have a foundation of the basics, and are ready to build out your improv toolkit!

About the Dates - Wednesdays from July 29 to September 2

July 29
August 5

August 12

August 19

August 26

September 2

Showcase date: TBD
About the Times
6:00-8:00 PM

INSTRUCTOR

About the Instructor

Sam Hoar (they/them), has worked with hundreds of classes and improv teams, ranging from beginners to experts. They've been performing, directing, and teaching improv for over a decade. Sam loves using their experience and professional expertise teaching to help folks find their comedic voice, refine their art, and have fun doing silly, fulfilling things.

Sam also loves cats, DnD, and Dropout. Steve Carrell once shook Sam's hand and told them that they did a great job hosting a show, so that was pretty cool.

Sam loves creating a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment, where every student can feel comfortable. They care deeply about the success and enjoyment of each student - and they have a reputation in the Boston comedy community for fostering safe spaces and upholding the principle that good comedy is inclusive comedy.

About the Class Level
At The Nova Comedy Collective, we call this an ORBIT CLASS - meaning it's perfect for participants who have a foundation of the basics, and are ready to build out your improv toolkit!

About the Location
This class is located at The Cambridge Foundry, inside THE YELLOW MULTIROOM. If you head in through the front of the Foundry, you'll see a staircase straight ahead. The entrance to the room is right under the stairs. And if you need help, you can ask at the front table - The Foundry staff is ready to help!

Address: The Foundry 101 Rogers Street Cambridge, MA 02142

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
Visit cambridgefoundry.org/visit-us, and check out the FAQ's under "Plan Your Visit"!

About The Nova Comedy Collective
The Nova Comedy Collective, is a brand new theater group committed to creating new spaces and shows for the Boston comedy community to flourish. Rising from the ashes of spaces lost to the pandemic, this new collective of comedians and creators is embracing radical hope, limitless fun, and uncompromising inclusivity.

Comedy is for everyone. Our mission is to create live shows and other adventures in creativity that are unique, daring, and authentic. We promote belonging and community, encourage collaboration and continuous learning, and celebrate imagination, honesty, and risk-taking. At The Nova Comedy Collective, we’re always laughing with you.