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intro to clown
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Check out this growing artform and see how it can benefit you as an improviser!
In this one off workshop we will begin with a simple premise - that the clown is not an idiot, but rather an absolute genius doing an idiotic thing. We will then move through a series of group games, partnered and solo exercises, all exploring the thrill of being fully present on stage without a plan, safety net, or any kind of “good” idea. Expect to fail, fail again and then fail better as we in the audience inform you through our laughter (or lack thereof), what we find to be uniquely funny about YOU!
Prerequisite: Completed Improv 1
In this one off workshop we will begin with a simple premise - that the clown is not an idiot, but rather an absolute genius doing an idiotic thing. We will then move through a series of group games, partnered and solo exercises, all exploring the thrill of being fully present on stage without a plan, safety net, or any kind of “good” idea. Expect to fail, fail again and then fail better as we in the audience inform you through our laughter (or lack thereof), what we find to be uniquely funny about YOU!
Prerequisite: Completed Improv 1
About Your Teacher: Gabriel Levey is an actor, teacher, and theater maker based in Western Massachusetts. Since graduating from the Yale School of Drama, Gabriel has taught Clown, physical acting and Shakespeare in traditional university settings such as NYU, Smith College, Amherst College and Yale University. He has also led workshops and/or devised work with students at regional theatres such as The Alliance, Berkshire Theater Group and Northern Stage. Currently, Gabe is on the faculty of The Pandemonium Studio in Brooklyn and the Yale University Summer Conservatory Program, while teaching independently in Western Massachusetts. www.gabriellevey.com
Small but Important Details!
*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 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.
Masks are not required but they are always welcome. Please click here for more detailed info about our COVID-19 policies.
*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 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.
Masks are not required but they are always welcome. Please click here for more detailed info about our COVID-19 policies.
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.
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.
