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Improvisation Classes for Beginners

Event Details
January 5 – March 30, 2025
All times PDT
Jan 5 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Sun)
Jan 19 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Sun)
Feb 2 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Sun)
Feb 16 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Sun)
Mar 30 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Sun)
The Armory
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Whether you're looking to get more confident in social situations, think quicker on your feet, or get in touch with your imaginative side, this once a month improv class will set you on the path to success!

Through fun games, acting lessons, and spontaneous character creation these classes will unlock your inner creative genius and give you the chance to get out of your comfort zone in a fun and safe environment.

These are individual sessions rather than a series. Registrants can sign up for just one or for multiple sessions! All available dates are listed under Event Details.


You must be 18 years or older to attend this class. Exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis. Please email education@pcs.org with inquiries.

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Andy is an actor, improviser, and teaching artist from Kansas City, MO. He earned his BFA from Avila University and his MFA from Purdue University. Since then he has performed at the Kansas City Repertory Theatre, the Coterie Theatre, the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival, the Kansas City Black Rep, and Spinning Tree Theatre. As an improviser he has traveled to perform in Chicago, Detroit, San Diego, Indianapolis, Houston, and Baltimore with his comedy duo Snooze Button. While teaching, Andy focuses on creating a safe environment where students are able to push themselves creatively and discover their own unique voice.

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