Improv Classes in Chicago, IL

Edge Studio’s Investigate Voice Over Class is the first step in your voice over education. In this interactive, three-hour long class you will work in a small group setting with one of our Edge Studio Instructors to: Get a brief overview of the modern voice over industry Read for a coach and receive live feedback. Receive a follow-up call with a...

Important: This Price option is for New Students Only. For Returning Students, please proceed to this course.  Only New Students can avail of these promotional prices. Clients cannot purchase a 2nd 3-Part class for $99. We will not be able to warrant promotional price purchases for returning students. -- The advanced class gives advanced and...

This is for everybody, whether you're a newbie or novice (experienced) improvisers, actor, people who have fear in public speaking and for anyone who is looking for (((FUN))). This will help actors and improvisers to be ready on stage and to always be prepared to do different characters. It is great for those who are shy or just nervous. It is great...

This online 2-hour virtual intro is an introduction for anyone to learn the fundamentals of improvisation with our unique character-based approach. You will learn the basic tools, rules, and philosophy of improv through games, drills, and virtual scenes… All through your computer screen! AND Now More then Ever! Not only can our Virtual Intro-to-Improv...

This is for everybody, newbies or experienced improvisers, actor, people who have fear in public speaking and for anyone who is looking for (((FUN))). This will help actors and improvisers to be ready on stage and to always be prepared to do different characters. It is great for those who are shy or just nervous. It is great if you have a fear in...

Always wanted to take an Improv Class? Now is your chance to enjoy a free sessions (regularly priced $40). Every week we have professionals from many industries playing along side student and profressional performing artists. Whether you are looking for a career in acting/comedy or just self enrichment, please be our guest. We know you will be excited...

Please be on time to make sure we can get everyone comfortable with the tech and get right to the improv Limit: 10 Participants Improvise from the comfort of your own home! If you have a reliable internet connection and the Zoom app on your device, you can play with us. NOTE: We'll email the Zoom link and details for the workshop through our ANDReservations...

Level 2 continues your study of scene work. You will learn how to choose and maintain a strong point of view, how to play more developed characters, and how to sustain longer scenes. You will then explore the next set of skills which include doing call backs and playing second and third beats. After this class you’ll be able to take on most long...

Come play improv comedy games. While having a ton of fun, sharing much needed laughs, you will develop creative writing & critical thinking, team communications and presentation skills and build self confidence. And unlike traditional acting classes, EVERYONE benefits equally from the experience. Without scripts to memorize, every moment if focused...

Beginner’s improv with an emphasis on fun and meeting new people. The idea of this class is to teach improv skills in a non-stresful way. Think of it as dipping a toe in the water. A prefect way to get started without any pressure.  At one hour, it is short and breezy for those of you who might be “Zoomed out.” Just come play. Anyone can...

This class is all about advanced scene work and learning how to play in an ensemble. In order to master any longform you need to know how to heighten other people’s choices as well as your own. You will become the ultimate listener, multi-tasker, and team player without losing your own voice. Learn how to play group games, and scenes that are fun...

Beginner’s improv with an emphasis on fun and meeting new people. The idea of this class is to teach improv skills in a non-stresful way. Think of it as dipping a toe in the water. A prefect way to get started without any pressure.  At one hour, it is short and breezy for those of you who might be “Zoomed out.” Just come play. Anyone can...

Samuel Van Wyk introduces students to various Long Form Styles and techniques to sustain characters and stories long past the short form games most people know from WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY. Some experience required.  In addition to years performing professionally with EIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH, Sam has completed the full studio program at UCB in...

Full Course Title: Improv for Business Seminar: Finding the Fun When Everything Sucks After a year of zoom meetings, blurred work-life boundaries and limited low stakes chit-chat, it’s easy to feel like you’re languishing. But what does it take to flip the script on burnout? How can you find the fun at work and feel refreshed wherever you...

The online improv classes with Neal Dandade are designed to answer the following question: how do we turn practical limitations into opportunities for growth and creativity? You’ll learn to get “out of your head” in front of your computer screen. Our goal is to augment our use of emotion, listening, and the physical space available to us on...