Comedy Classes
Meet fun new people while learning how to be spontaneous, and create comedy on the spot.
Group Dynamics - imp101 - $369 (16 Spots - Prerequisite: None)
Working and creating as an ensemble is the foundation for all long form improvisation. A perfect class for beginners and experienced improvisers to develop skills for group mind and honing skills on actively listening and responding and organically building characters.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Mondays | Mar 18th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Mar 25th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 1st, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 8th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 15th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 22nd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 29th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | Cornell, Kaitlyn | ||
Wednesdays | Apr 3rd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 10th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 17th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 24th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 1st, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 8th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 15th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC Prime | Feldman, Andrew | ||
Tuesdays | Apr 16th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 23rd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 30th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 7th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 14th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 21st, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 28th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | Blair, Chris | ||
Thursdays | Apr 18th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 25th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 2nd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 9th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 16th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 23rd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 30th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | McCarthy, Keara | ||
Sundays | May 5th, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm May 12th, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm May 19th, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm Jun 2nd, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm Jun 9th, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm Jun 16th, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm Jun 23rd, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm | May 26th, 2024 6:30pm - 9:30pm | ETC South | Meyer, Scott | |
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Character - imp201 - $369 (16 Spots - Prerequisite: imp101)
In seven weeks, this class will explore many different ways to approach character with a focus on becoming more aware of your choices. Learn how taking care of yourself can not only free you up to play but can be the best thing you do for your scene partner.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Mondays | Mar 18th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Mar 25th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 1st, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 8th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 15th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 22nd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 29th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | Lee, Alvin |
Scene Work - imp301 - $369 (16 Spots - Prerequisite: imp201)
This course examines the core of all improv comedy shows - The Two Person Scene. In this scene work class, players will be challenged to become aware of scene dynamics, form relationships and make strong, simple choices to guide your characters.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Mondays | Mar 25th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 1st, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 8th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 15th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 22nd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 29th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 6th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | Blair, Chris |
Advanced Scene Work - imp401 - $369 (16 Spots - Prerequisite: imp301)
This course continues in the exploration of scenework, discussing longer scenes, scenes with more than two people, and pushing further into the depths of commitment, listening, and heightening. Find and explore game in your scenes and gain confidence in improv.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Wednesdays | Mar 13th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Mar 20th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Mar 27th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 3rd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 10th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 17th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 24th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | Tu, Whitney |
Shows Beginning to End - imp501 - $395 (14 Spots - Prerequisite: imp401)
How to improvise a complete show from start to finish. We borrow from well known improv formats to discuss how to start, expand upon, heighten, make connections, and ultimately end an improv show in a way that can satisfy both improvisers and audience members.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Mondays | Apr 1st, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 8th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 15th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 22nd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 29th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 6th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 13th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | Walsh, Jeff | SOLD OUT |
Connected Improv - adv5 - $395 (10 Spots - Prerequisite: imp501)
Improv is the most successful when the players seem to be reading one another's minds. This isn't a metaphysical connection. It's good listening. In this class you will dive deeper into listening, agreement, and connection. It's still comedy, but we'll reaching for another level where you can capture an audiences attention, and leave them with something memorable. We will move slower, we will play more honestly, but we'll find more truthful comedy in it.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Tuesdays | Mar 12th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Mar 19th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Mar 26th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 2nd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 9th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 16th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 23rd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | McCal, Max |
Intro to Singprov - mus101 - $369 (14 Spots - Prerequisite: imp101)
This class will give you the tools you need to make up songs on the spot with ease, no matter your amount of musical experience. We'll explore topics like song structure, melody and harmony, lyrical content and staging as we learn to improvise theatrical musical performances together.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Thursdays | Apr 18th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 25th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 2nd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 9th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 16th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 23rd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 30th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | ETC South | Clingman, Dustin Simon, Lucas |
Sketch Classes
Sketch Writing (Online) - ske101 - $369 (16 Spots - Prerequisite: None)
The Endgames Improv Sketch Writing Workshop is the perfect place to get an introduction to sketch writing, and a great place for those who already know something about the form to practice their skills. This course will not only help you flesh out and punch up your sketch ideas, but also push you to learn different styles. In seven weeks, we'll cover political sketches, blackouts, commercial parody, and techniques for writing for shows such as Saturday Night Live. By the final class, you will have a solid beginning for a professional comedy writing portfolio.Day(s) of Week | Class Dates | Dates Skipped | Location | Teacher(s) | Status |
Wednesdays | Apr 3rd, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 10th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 17th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm Apr 24th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 1st, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 8th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm May 15th, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Online | Meyer, Scott |
- Students taking a multi-week class receive free admission to all Endgames Improv shows that do not sell out
- There is a 5 out of 7 class attendance requirement
- There is a $60 to $120 fee for the process of allowable refunds and adjustments
- Sales are non-refundable 24 hours after the first class begins
- All 7-week classes have a graduation show! This is scheduled after the class starts. Due to complexity, shows cannot be moved to accommodate individual schedules.
- Online instruction requires students to provide their own technology solution.
- See full student policy for more details!
Questions? email us at: classes@endgamesimprov.com
Maps:
ENDGAMES TRAINING CENTER SOUTH – 2989 Mission Street, SF
ENDGAMES TRAINING CENTER PRIME – 2965 Mission Street, SF