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monoscene
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One scene, in one place, in real time.
In this Long Form Advanced Improv class, we will explore the Monoscene, with time to practice both two-person and group versions. This format asks you to sharpen your skills in paying attention, staying in the present, being of service to the show that is emerging, and squeezing every last drop out of each juicy moment before moving on. Get ready to flex your scenic muscles as we play in a format that mixes a little more of the tone and pacing of theater into our improvisation!
This class meets 5:00 - 7:00pm on the following Tuesdays:
Sept 9
Sept 16
[No Class Sept 23]
Sept 30
Oct 7
Oct 14
Oct 21
Oct 28
Nov 4
Possible make-up date if HVC needs to cancel class: Nov 11
Optional Showcase Date: Friday, November 7th at Community Comedy Night
Students must attend 6 out of 8 classes to move forward.
If you need to miss a class due to the observance of a holiday that takes place during this session, it will not count as an absence against earning credit for this class.
In this Long Form Advanced Improv class, we will explore the Monoscene, with time to practice both two-person and group versions. This format asks you to sharpen your skills in paying attention, staying in the present, being of service to the show that is emerging, and squeezing every last drop out of each juicy moment before moving on. Get ready to flex your scenic muscles as we play in a format that mixes a little more of the tone and pacing of theater into our improvisation!
This class meets 5:00 - 7:00pm on the following Tuesdays:
Sept 9
Sept 16
[No Class Sept 23]
Sept 30
Oct 7
Oct 14
Oct 21
Oct 28
Nov 4
Possible make-up date if HVC needs to cancel class: Nov 11
Optional Showcase Date: Friday, November 7th at Community Comedy Night
Students must attend 6 out of 8 classes to move forward.
If you need to miss a class due to the observance of a holiday that takes place during this session, it will not count as an absence against earning credit for this class.
About Your Teacher:
Scott Braidman is General Manager and Artistic Director of Happier Valley Comedy. Scott started improvising in 2002 with Mission: Improvable at UMass Amherst, and since then he has studied and performed at The iO Theater and One Group Mind in Chicago, The UCB Theatre in New York City, and ImprovBoston and Improv Asylum in Boston. He began teaching improv in 2008 at the ImprovBoston Comedy School. Scott produces and directs all of Happier Valley Comedy's Mainstage shows as well as teaching improv classes and performing in many improvised shows, the most immersive of which is called "Being A Dad." He gets a little better at it each day.
Scott Braidman is General Manager and Artistic Director of Happier Valley Comedy. Scott started improvising in 2002 with Mission: Improvable at UMass Amherst, and since then he has studied and performed at The iO Theater and One Group Mind in Chicago, The UCB Theatre in New York City, and ImprovBoston and Improv Asylum in Boston. He began teaching improv in 2008 at the ImprovBoston Comedy School. Scott produces and directs all of Happier Valley Comedy's Mainstage shows as well as teaching improv classes and performing in many improvised shows, the most immersive of which is called "Being A Dad." He gets a little better at it each day.
Small but Important Fine Print:
*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 may involve physical activity and we could be on our feet for at least an hour; however, we're able to accommodate for all physical abilities. Please let email us to let us know how we can best fit your needs or if you have any questions about accommodations.
*Masks are not required at HVC, but they are always welcome. Click here for our COVID policy!
*Happier Valley Comedy rents land that was stolen from Indigenous people, including the Pocumtuc and Nipmuc tribes. A land acknowledgement is not appropriate or adequate to address this injustice that continues to harm people today. Therefore, we have instituted an ongoing process of contributing to the preservation of the lands and cultures of Northeastern Indigenous Peoples. All class fees contain an additional $3 to benefit The Nolumbeka Project, a local nonprofit whose mission is dedicated to these goals.
Learn more about The Nolumbeka Project, including their upcoming events.
Learn more about our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
*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 may involve physical activity and we could be on our feet for at least an hour; however, we're able to accommodate for all physical abilities. Please let email us to let us know how we can best fit your needs or if you have any questions about accommodations.
*Masks are not required at HVC, but they are always welcome. Click here for our COVID policy!
*Happier Valley Comedy rents land that was stolen from Indigenous people, including the Pocumtuc and Nipmuc tribes. A land acknowledgement is not appropriate or adequate to address this injustice that continues to harm people today. Therefore, we have instituted an ongoing process of contributing to the preservation of the lands and cultures of Northeastern Indigenous Peoples. All class fees contain an additional $3 to benefit The Nolumbeka Project, a local nonprofit whose mission is dedicated to these goals.
Learn more about The Nolumbeka Project, including their upcoming events.
Learn more about our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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.
