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All level "Get your Reps" & Advanced improv workshops
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WELCOME TO A HAPPIER SUMMER!
Summer at HVC Brings Two Ways to Make Your Summer Happier!
"GET YOUR REPS" CLASSES FOR ALL LEVELS
For HVC students of all levels, "Get Your Reps" offers flexible improv practice to bring more joy and ease to your summer! Whether you just finished Improv 1 or you've been improvising for years, a vital part of your growth as an improviser is getting in those "10,000 hours until mastery" to get concepts learned in class into muscle memory. That's what "Get Your Reps" is all about: REPETITION to give you lots of time on your feet improvising ... and maybe add a few more tricks to your improv toolbox. "Get Your Reps" is a choose-your-own improv adventure in joy and ease! When you get to class, you can request any all-level games, exercises, and/or skills, so you take part in designing that evening's class. Sign up for any Reps classes to create your own schedule of fun beginning July 11th. Class size is limited to give you plenty of reps. Check out the FAQs below for more details. Let's make your happy summer HAPPIER!
ADVANCED IMPROV WORKSHOPS
NEW THIS SUMMER! For Advanced Improvisers (Improv 3+) looking to build skills, we're also offering weekly individual workshops on a variety of topics. Along with Reps, these workshops are another opportunity to design your own improv adventure this summer! You can sign up to learn or practice a specific long form format, do a deep dive into a particular skill, or expand your improv toolkit with other advanced improv students. Class prerequisites vary by workshop. See schedule below for workshop descriptions and more information. Advanced improvisers can take Reps and skills-building workshops to design their own improv joy and ease this summer!
PREREQUISITE: Summer at HVC classes are only for current or past Happier Valley Comedy students. For Get Your Reps: Completion of The Joy & Ease of Improv 1 or the One-Day Intensive.
For Advanced Improv Workshops: Improv 3, plus there may be some additional experience required for specific workshops. (See workshop description for more details.)
Please see FAQ below for even more info.
"GET YOUR REPS" CLASSES FOR ALL LEVELS
For HVC students of all levels, "Get Your Reps" offers flexible improv practice to bring more joy and ease to your summer! Whether you just finished Improv 1 or you've been improvising for years, a vital part of your growth as an improviser is getting in those "10,000 hours until mastery" to get concepts learned in class into muscle memory. That's what "Get Your Reps" is all about: REPETITION to give you lots of time on your feet improvising ... and maybe add a few more tricks to your improv toolbox. "Get Your Reps" is a choose-your-own improv adventure in joy and ease! When you get to class, you can request any all-level games, exercises, and/or skills, so you take part in designing that evening's class. Sign up for any Reps classes to create your own schedule of fun beginning July 11th. Class size is limited to give you plenty of reps. Check out the FAQs below for more details. Let's make your happy summer HAPPIER!
ADVANCED IMPROV WORKSHOPS
NEW THIS SUMMER! For Advanced Improvisers (Improv 3+) looking to build skills, we're also offering weekly individual workshops on a variety of topics. Along with Reps, these workshops are another opportunity to design your own improv adventure this summer! You can sign up to learn or practice a specific long form format, do a deep dive into a particular skill, or expand your improv toolkit with other advanced improv students. Class prerequisites vary by workshop. See schedule below for workshop descriptions and more information. Advanced improvisers can take Reps and skills-building workshops to design their own improv joy and ease this summer!
PREREQUISITE: Summer at HVC classes are only for current or past Happier Valley Comedy students. For Get Your Reps: Completion of The Joy & Ease of Improv 1 or the One-Day Intensive.
For Advanced Improv Workshops: Improv 3, plus there may be some additional experience required for specific workshops. (See workshop description for more details.)
Please see FAQ below for even more info.
PRicing for Summer at HVC
Get Your Reps: $26 per class
Advanced Workshops: $32 per class
Register for 5 or more classes at the same time to automatically receive 10% off!
Register for 10 or more classes at the same time to automatically receive 20% off!
Discounts only available when purchasing all at the same time - no retroactive discounts. Thank you!
(FYI: There are 21 classes in total this year, every Tues, Weds, and Thurs from 7/11 - 8/24)
Advanced Workshops: $32 per class
Register for 5 or more classes at the same time to automatically receive 10% off!
Register for 10 or more classes at the same time to automatically receive 20% off!
Discounts only available when purchasing all at the same time - no retroactive discounts. Thank you!
(FYI: There are 21 classes in total this year, every Tues, Weds, and Thurs from 7/11 - 8/24)
SUmmer at HVC 2023 schedule & teachers
Click Workshop link for description
Tues, July 11 - Reps with Maddy
Weds, July 12 - The Thing Is... with Christine
Thurs, July 13 - Reps with Scott
Tues, July 18 - Reps with Katharine
Weds, July 19 - Armando with Maddy
Thurs, July 20 - Reps with Pam
Tues, July 25 - Harold with Scott
Weds, July 26 - Reps with Katharine
Thurs, July 27 - Reps with Maddy
Tues, August 1 - Comedy in Truth with Mosie
Weds, August 2 - Reps with Pam
Thurs, August 3 - Reps with Maddy
Tues, August 8 - Reps with Katharine
Weds, August 9 - Character with Moe & Julie
Thurs, August 10 - Reps with Pam
Tues, August 15 - Reps with Maddy
Weds, August 16 - Foundational Skills with Pam
Thurs, August 17 - Reps with Scott
Tues, August 22 - Guessing Games with Kate
Weds, August 23 - Reps with Pam
Thurs, August 24 - Reps with Scott
Reps classes require completion of Improv 1 or One-Day Intensive.
Please see individual Advanced Workshop descriptions for prerequisites.
Weds, July 12 - The Thing Is... with Christine
Thurs, July 13 - Reps with Scott
Tues, July 18 - Reps with Katharine
Weds, July 19 - Armando with Maddy
Thurs, July 20 - Reps with Pam
Tues, July 25 - Harold with Scott
Weds, July 26 - Reps with Katharine
Thurs, July 27 - Reps with Maddy
Tues, August 1 - Comedy in Truth with Mosie
Weds, August 2 - Reps with Pam
Thurs, August 3 - Reps with Maddy
Tues, August 8 - Reps with Katharine
Weds, August 9 - Character with Moe & Julie
Thurs, August 10 - Reps with Pam
Tues, August 15 - Reps with Maddy
Weds, August 16 - Foundational Skills with Pam
Thurs, August 17 - Reps with Scott
Tues, August 22 - Guessing Games with Kate
Weds, August 23 - Reps with Pam
Thurs, August 24 - Reps with Scott
Reps classes require completion of Improv 1 or One-Day Intensive.
Please see individual Advanced Workshop descriptions for prerequisites.
Workshop Descriptions
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Ever wonder what is going on in the "mind" of inanimate objects? "The Thing Is..." is a unique long form format that seeks to answer that question through an improvised talk show starring everyday things. Practice character and relationship while learning this wacky and wonderful format!
Prerequisite: Completion of Improv 3 |
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Improv inspired by true stories! In the Armando, performers create scenes inspired by storytelling-style monologues. Practice sourcing, editing, calling back scenes, and making strong initiations in this quick dip in the Armando pool.
Prerequisite: Completion of Tier 2 Advanced class Armando OR Working as an Ensemble |
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The Harold is the source of just about all long form improv structures you know and love. This workshop is a refresher on the basic elements of the Harold: Openings, Group Games, and Scenic Beats in a fun and low pressure one night exploration of the classic format.
Prerequisite: Completion of Tier 3 Advanced Class Harold or permission from instructor |
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In this workshop, students will explore the ways that commitment to real emotions and environments leads to comedy. Practice applying honest emotions and reactions to absurd scenarios, and discover the really juicy stuff of improv!
Prerequisite: Completion of Improv 3 |
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What does it feel like to live in a characters' shoes? Practice making fun and satisfying character choices that will help inform, drive, support, or enhance a scene. This workshop is an opportunity to learn new ways to bring characters into your work and play!
Prerequisite: Completion of Improv 3 |
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Has it been a while since your Joy & Ease of Improv classes? Pam misses working and playing with you! Now that you've had more improv experience, this is your chance to revisit and build off of foundational concepts from The Joy & Ease of Improv, such as emotional point of view, holding your character's deal, using Heat and Weight to initiate a scene, and performing with positivity. Yay!
Prerequisite: Completion of Improv 3 |
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Take a deep dive into new and favorite short form guessing games. Explore what it takes to give a good clue, be a good guesser, and have as much fun as possible with this high energy game style!
Prerequisite: Completion of Improv 3 |
"Summer at HVC" FAQ
questions about who can Participate in Summer at HVC
do I need to have taken improv class at happier valley comedy to take A Summer at HVC class?
Yes. "Get Your Reps" and Advanced Workshops are a summer program exclusively for current and past HVC improv students. You must have completed Improv 1 or the One-Day Intensive at Happier Valley Comedy to participate in Summer at HVC. And you must meet the prerequisites if you're interested in registering for an Advanced Workshop.
i haven't taken HVC's level 1, But I have other improv experience. Can I participate in Summer at HVC Classes ?
As much as we love saying yes, we're not make exceptions to this prerequisite for this program. Summer At HVC is exclusively for previous students who are familiar with our specific approach to improvisation to provide opportunities to get practice with the skills introduced during the regular weekly classes. However, you can register for The Joy & Ease of Improv One-Day Intensive on Sunday, August 6th! OR, we can offer you this "hack" to get into our weekly Level 1 class in the fall: Sign up for the Improv 1 Super Secret Early Registration list on this page! Everyone on this list gets an email invitation to sign up for class several days before it opens to the public. Also keep your eye on the newsletter for summer workshops open to all. Thank you for your patience! When we do get to play together, it surely will be wonderful and worth the wait.
I'm a previous hvc student, so Can I take any Summer class?
Maybe, depending on where left off. If you completed Improv 1, you can take any Get Your Reps class. If you completed at least Improv 3, you also can take most Advanced Workshops. There are 21 classes classes in total this year, every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from July 12 to August 25. Most of the dates will be Get Your Reps, which will have a mix of new and experienced students.
questions about Registration
Do i have to register for each individual class?
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Yes! Each class requires advanced registration. Unlike years past, you cannot purchase a class without registering for a specific date. We recommend registering for multiple nights all at once! The cost for individual classes is $26/class for Reps and $32/class for advanced workshops. They can be purchased until the class sells out or 5pm on the day of class.
How do I get a multi-class discount? |
You get a discount when you purchase 5 or more classes at the same time, in the same cart. These could be all Reps classes, all workshops, or some combination of the two. All you need to do is put all your classes in your cart at the same time, and your discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
If you have 5-9 classes in your cart, you will receive 10% off your order.
If you have 10+ classes in your cart, you will receive 20% off your order.
This discount is not retroactive and only applies to classes purchased at the same time. If you purchase 5 classes in 5 separate transactions, you will not receive the discount. Thanks for your understanding! You can email Scott with any questions or issues about the Multi-Class Discount.
If you have 5-9 classes in your cart, you will receive 10% off your order.
If you have 10+ classes in your cart, you will receive 20% off your order.
This discount is not retroactive and only applies to classes purchased at the same time. If you purchase 5 classes in 5 separate transactions, you will not receive the discount. Thanks for your understanding! You can email Scott with any questions or issues about the Multi-Class Discount.
will classes sell out? do i need to rush?
Space in each class is limited to 12 people, so if you want your choice of dates and topics, you should register early. Registration opens on the morning of Friday, June 16th for all summer classes. If a class fills up, add your name to our waitlist here. (Be sure to note the date or workshop name you're interested in.) If needed, we may add more classes to accommodate everyone.
questions about changing registrations
How do I make changes to my registration?
If you need to swap one of your reserved nights for a different date, email Maddy and we'll get you sorted out.
how last minute can i decide to join a summer class?
Registration closes 2 hours before each class. If you miss that window, you can try to just show up and pay us later, but you'll be turned away if the class is full.
questions about full or almost full classes
if a class if full, do you have a wait list?
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Sign up to the Wait List. Please be sure to note the specific date of the Reps class or name of the workshop you're hoping to join. If needed, we may add more classes to accommodate everyone.
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questions about the content of classes
what exactly happens in a "get your reps" class?
The overall goal for each class is to get you up on your feet and in action as much as possible. There are no shortcuts in improv. It's all about getting repetition, which is the focus of the summer program. The actual contents of each class depends on the teacher, the desires of the students who show up that day, and the way the wind is blowing. As opposed to having a lesson plan with a particular focus, "Get Your Reps" teachers follow the needs of the students and the moment. You might do some warm-ups, then short scenes, then longer scenes. Or you might do some warm-ups and then a bunch of short form games. Though we don't know ahead of time what the content of each "Get Your Reps" will be, one thing we do know for sure: You will be getting your reps.
What's the difference between "Get Your Reps" and Advanced Improv workshops?
While the content of "Get Your Reps" classes depend on the interest, skills levels, and desires of the students in class each night, Advanced Improv Workshops are pre-planned by a rotating cast of teachers to focus on a specific skill or format. We developed this offering in response to feedback from advanced students who were looking for something a little more structured and designed to dig deeper into advanced skills. Reps are valuable for improvisers of all levels, and we encourage even our most seasoned students to attend. Advanced Workshops are an additional option to hone specific skills for students with more experience.
will reps classes really make me a stronger performer?
Yes. Based on our observations, students of all levels gained significant skills by practicing regularly. Whether you attend "Get Your Reps" or organize your own improv practice, there is no doubt that getting reps will make you a more skilled improviser. (Of course, if you elect to take some time off, that's cool too. Improvisation is an eternal journey, and wherever you are is the perfect place for you to be, as long as you're there with joy and ease.)
what have previous Reps students said about Get Your Reps?
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"The Get Your Reps sessions during the summer give you the opportunity to practice improv with classmates and meet new friends, keeping skills sharp, and having a blast!"
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questions about who i'll meet at summer classes
how do i know who is teaching each class?
Teachers and dates are posted near the top of this page, on the registration page for each class, and on our Calendar.
will I know everyone in class?
Probably not, but that's the beauty of the program. Though you may be pretty infatuated and comfortable with your last class group, Summer at HVC gives you an opportunity to get infatuated and comfortable with a whole new group of people.
i want to play with my old classmates. how can we stay together?
If you and your classmates want to plan a day to stage a mass attendance of a date or make a weekly plan, you are most welcome to organize that amongst yourselves. Any way you slice it, lots of fun ahead!
what if i'm scared everyone else is going to be better than me?
Tip your jaunty cap to your inner critic who is raising that fear-based belief - which is not a fact! - and then swipe left on that message of unhelpful judgment. You've got this, pal. As long as you meet the prerequisites, you should be in good shape. Yes, there may be students there who have more improv experience than you - that's a good thing! Their experience is going to make you a more skilled improviser. It's fun and easeful to play with skilled improvisers! And guess what? Chances are, someone else in your class is intimidated by your mad improv skillz. Mixed skills programs are excellent learning opportunities.
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.
