for hvc students
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Virtual get your reps
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Virtual Get Your Reps is regular, drop-in style improv practice to fill your improv jones while we're all in social isolation. Given the reality of the moment, Virtual Get Your Reps is one big way we're moving forward with positivity. Yay! Using the wonders of Zoom, each small group of HVC students meets with Pam or Scott who will guide the fun, provide a soupçon of directed feedback, and most importantly, give you time to play! Class size is limited to give you plenty of reps. Pam and Scott aim to be of service to you by giving your improv muscles a work out, providing opportunities for connection with other awesome people, and bringing more laughter to your lives during this bizzaro time in history. Follow the Joy and Ease! Let's play more with Virtual Get Your Reps, remote improv playtime with your friends and soon-to-be friends.
ALL LEVELS Prerequisite: Be a current or former improv student
at Happier Valley Comedy. That's it!
ADVANCED Prerequisite: Completion of Zen of Improv 4
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 the event AND we can get someone to fill your spot.
*Students must be 18+ years. (In actual years, not maturity. ;)
Please email us with any questions about this event or its online implementation!
ALL LEVELS Prerequisite: Be a current or former improv student
at Happier Valley Comedy. That's it!
ADVANCED Prerequisite: Completion of Zen of Improv 4
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 the event AND we can get someone to fill your spot.
*Students must be 18+ years. (In actual years, not maturity. ;)
Please email us with any questions about this event or its online implementation!
experienced improvisers
Prerequisites: Participants must have completed the HVC's Improv 2 (formerly Zen of Improv 2), Pam's Improv Intensive, all levels from another improv comedy school, or 1+ year of onstage performance experience
Take the improv rules you’ve learned, and (lovingly) throw ‘em out the window. What you need lies right in front of you.
In the Joy & Ease of Improv (formerly the Zen of Improv), you'll immerse yourself in a uniquely natural and self-affirming approach to discovery-based, longform improvisation. We’ll focus on being more aware of the scene that’s revealing itself onstage and following where the scene wants to go...while letting go of the need to work so damn hard and “make stuff up.”
Together we'll practice:
*improvising one small step at a time by paying attention acutely
*acceptance of the moment and the agreement to move forward with positivity
*redefining and disempowering failure
*quieting your inner critic
*being of service primarily (and maybe only) to the scene and your scene partner
*focusing on emotional relationship rather than words in a scene
*playing the scene in the moment (rather than in your head)
*performing from a place of ease and joy
Join Pam for the Joy & Ease of Improv.
It’s good for the stage, and it’s good for the soul!
In the Joy & Ease of Improv (formerly the Zen of Improv), you'll immerse yourself in a uniquely natural and self-affirming approach to discovery-based, longform improvisation. We’ll focus on being more aware of the scene that’s revealing itself onstage and following where the scene wants to go...while letting go of the need to work so damn hard and “make stuff up.”
Together we'll practice:
*improvising one small step at a time by paying attention acutely
*acceptance of the moment and the agreement to move forward with positivity
*redefining and disempowering failure
*quieting your inner critic
*being of service primarily (and maybe only) to the scene and your scene partner
*focusing on emotional relationship rather than words in a scene
*playing the scene in the moment (rather than in your head)
*performing from a place of ease and joy
Join Pam for the Joy & Ease of Improv.
It’s good for the stage, and it’s good for the soul!
"Pam's workshop fundamentally changed the way I think about improv (and life!). In just 2 days I went from overthinking, always judging myself (and sometimes others), and constantly planning my next move to being comfortable with the unknown and letting things happen and be discovered naturally. ...She gave me permission to be myself, and then helped me realize that I didn't need that permission in the first place. I will remember these two days for a long, long time to come!"
- Vera Didur, Participant of the Two-Day Intensive at Finest City Improv (San Diego)
- Vera Didur, Participant of the Two-Day Intensive at Finest City Improv (San Diego)
The Joy & Ease of Improv online pricing
you bring the group, pam brings the Joy & Ease!
(Each Meeting is 2-Hours)
Series of 3 Classes: $500 Total*
Series of 6 Class: $900 Total*
*Pricing reflects total fee for 2-8 students
Series of 3 Classes: $500 Total*
Series of 6 Class: $900 Total*
*Pricing reflects total fee for 2-8 students
About Your Teacher: Pam Victor is a professional improviser, facilitator, author, teacher, and the Head of Happiness (aka Founder and President) of Happier Valley Comedy, the first improv theater and training center in Western Massachusetts where Pam teaches her original curriculum, "The Joy & Ease of Improv". Pam oversees the shows, training program, and professional/personal development programs at HVC. She also performs in several casts, including the HV Championship Show, the Happier Family Comedy Show, We Made a Thing, and Dirty Vanilla Box. Along with legendary improvisers TJ Jagodowski and Dave Pasquesi, Pam is the co-author of “Improvisation at the Speed of Life: The TJ & Dave Book.” Pam is a TEDx speaker who presented the talk “Meet Your Inner Critic (and Tell It to Pipe Down)” in 2019. A graduate of Smith College with a Master’s in Education from Iona College (NY), Pam has received improv training from iO Theater (Chicago), Annoyance Theatre (Chicago), ImprovBoston, and from Second City teachers. Pam is a nice person. She likes you already.
for New Students
CUSTOMIZED IMPROV CLASSES
YOU BRING THE folks
WE'LL BRING THE IMPROV FUN!
One Hour Remote Classes
Time, Dates, group size, and Pricing are All Customized
Prerequisite: None! This program is open to all groups ages 18+ who want to laugh and play together.
About the Classes: Did you know studies show that people who report being happy have stronger immune systems, less stress, and better sleep? Plus, they're happy! Happy play is also is an excellent source of connection, socialization, and just plain fun. During our Zoom meeting, your HVC teacher leads the group through several remote-friendly improv games, including many games that groups can continue to play on their own in order to extend the benefits, fun, and laughter. Happier Valley Comedy's Virtual Improv Program is appropriate both for folks who love improv and those who have never heard of improv before but are up for trying something new. Get your giggles ready because there will be LOTS OF LAUGHTER! Let’s bring more laughter, play, and connection to your home!
How It Works: You supply the group. We'll supply the fun! Get a group of 2-10 folks together for some improv fun. Remember: This class is remote, so you can invite friends and family from near and far. Everything is totally customizable. We'll find the day and time that works best for all. You can choose who is in the class, how many classes you want to take (a one-time workshop, a weekly class, a bi-weekly class,) and how long you want to run the series.
The pricing below is for 60-minute classes.
All classes meet on Zoom.
Menu of Options
1 Single Class Meeting: $140 Total
2 Meetings: $120/Each Class ($240 Total)
3+ Meetings: $100/Each Class (Starting at $300 Total )
*Pricing reflects the total fee for 2-10 students
The pricing below is for 60-minute classes.
All classes meet on Zoom.
Menu of Options
1 Single Class Meeting: $140 Total
2 Meetings: $120/Each Class ($240 Total)
3+ Meetings: $100/Each Class (Starting at $300 Total )
*Pricing reflects the total fee for 2-10 students
Customizable Class Fees Include:
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Small but Important Details!
*Please note that refunds can only be provided if cancellation occurs more than 48 hours before the first meeting.
*Students must be 18+ years. (In actual years, not maturity. ;)
Please email us with any questions about this event or its online implementation!
*Please note that refunds can only be provided if cancellation occurs more than 48 hours before the first meeting.
*Students must be 18+ years. (In actual years, not maturity. ;)
Please email us with any questions about this event or its online implementation!
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.
