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Character 1:
​Building characters
Tier 2 Advanced Improv Class

with julie waggoner

​This class meets EIGHT WEDNESDAYS
Feb. 12 - Apr. 8, 2020

7-9pm
Happier Valley Comedy Theater
1 Mill Valley Rd, Hadley

$200
PREREQUISITE: At least one Tier 1 Level Advanced Improv class
register here
starting fri, jan. 10
Who do you want to be? In this Tier 2 class, students will learn to develop, play with and maintain different character types in scenes. We’ll work to create characters who display pathos, tenderness, realism, and humor, rather than coming off simply as caricatures. We’ll start from a base of physical characteristics, gait, voice, personal observation, emotion, props, thoughts, and more. We’ll create a supportive atmosphere where students can reach beyond their perceived limits (and then rest when necessary), developing their skills, courage, and repertoire over the course of the session. ​​
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About your teacher: Julie is an improviser, standup comic and actress. She specializes in character roles, including a variety of accents, genders and ages. Her stage roles include 8 different characters in the play Parallel Lives: The Kathy & Mo Show, by Kathy Najimy & Mo Gaffney, and 5 different characters in Red State of Marriage, by Peter Shelburne.  In Northampton Arts Council performances, she's been Ed Sullivan, Madonna, Edith Bunker, Feminem, and assorted Monty Python-ites.
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​PREREQUISITES: At least one "Tier 1" Level Advanced Improv Class
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This class meets on the following eight Wednesday evenings, 7:00 to 9:00pm at 
Happier Valley Comedy Theater in Hadley:
Feb. 12
[NO CLASS Feb. 19]
Feb. 26
March 4
March 11
March 18
March 25
Apr. 1
Apr. 8
[Make up (if needed): Apr. 15]


Small but Important Fine Print!
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Please note that once you make your purchase, your place in the class is NON-REFUNDABLE unless we have 48 hours notice before first class AND we can get someone to fill your spot.
*Students must attend at least 6 of the 8 classes to graduate to the next level.
*Students must be 18+ years. (In actual years, not maturity. ;)
*Our classes involve physical activity,  and we could be on our feet for at least an hour. If that's an issue, please let your instructor know how we can accommodate the class to fit your needs. Please email us with any questions about accommodations for ability.

End of Fine Print!
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY AS TO STUDENTS 
The Happier Valley Comedy School admits students of any race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious affiliation, age, ability, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religious affiliation, age, ability, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.
register here
starting fri, jan. 10
OTHER CLASSES CURRENTLY OPEN FOR REGISTRATION
waitlist for all classes and workshops
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