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Instructor: Jeff Wirth

 
 
 

 

Improvisation for Actors
  Summary Within the structure of scripted theatre lies a vast wilderness of opportunity waiting to be explored through improvisation. The familiar tools of research, analysis, and discussion take on a new power when coupled with the actor's capacity for spontaneous thought and intuitive action. Unexpected discoveries lead to bold and exciting new choices that revitalize the actor's work through the spontaneous moment.
  Syllabus Engage tools for effective risk-taking.
Enhance awareness, listening, and responsiveness.
Explore text in non-linear fashion.
Develop characters, relationships, and motivations.
Employ playful techniques to bounce out of old patterns.
Implement the intuitive to discover the Ah-Ha!
Free impulses without violating script or dialogue.
  Prerequisite Basic acting skills.
  Classes 2-hour workshop: summary introduction to basic skills.
Half-day workshop: full introduction with group instruction.
Full-day workshop: full introduction wth individual instruction.
Residency: full-length course for mastery of all techniques.
Master class: advanced techniques for experienced improvisors only.
  Students Professional actors
Professional acting conservatory students
College and University theatre students
 
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Manager: Sharon Rock, POB 1823, Bisbee Arizona 85603
800-964-1905
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3/15/01