Improv 401—Red Team Wins the Final Improv Class Show!

ComedySportz Level 401—The Red Team

The final performance of ComedySportz Advanced Improv Class (Improv 401) on July 7th — to packed house of fans — ended with a victory by the Red Team, featuring Greg Anderson, Manny Perez, Lori Howard and captain Dominic Chillemi.

ComedySportz Level 401—The Blue Team

But the Blue Team (with Adam Hoskins, Caroline Leopold, Lauren Geschel and captain Sue Taney) didn’t make it easy, taking the lead at one point by impressing the discriminating eyes of the audience judges.

The performance was a traditional ComedySportz format show with the class instructor, Kelly Jennings, serving as the referee. The show was the culmination the Summer Session 401, which always ends with a class performance for family, friends and supporters. For more information visit our classes section.

They students all worked really hard and are a terrific bunch of folks. We couldn’t be prouder.

ComedySportz Summer Camp

Have fun, laugh hard and learn how to improvise like the pros in ComedySportz Summer Camp. This one week day camp teaches all the skills you need to improvise like a ComedySportz All-Star:

• Create characters on the spot

• Build a scene from nothing but a suggestion and your imagination

• Listening

• How to think quickly on your feet

• Master the games you see in ComedySportz shows

By the end of the week you’ll be wowing your friends and family in your very own ComedySportz show!

When: July 5-9 (Monday-Friday)
Time: 9am-3pm
Friday Evening Camp Performance: 7:00pm
Ages: 13-17

Cost: $250

Space is limited, so register now!

Spring Classes—Register Early for a Discount!

Hey, you’ve seen the show. Now, it’s your turn to get up there and do it! Learn improv the ComedySportz way from the most experienced improv teachers in Philadelphia. We’ve been teaching improv for well over 17 years in the city and no other school or theater company can say the same thing. Plus, it’s some of the most fun you’ll ever have in a class.

This semester we’re offering Basic and Intermediate level improv. Register early and you’ll get a $20 discount! To find out more and register for a class, click here.

Free Improv Workshop for High School Teachers!

ComedySportz Philly is hosting a free improv workshop for High School teachers.* We’ll introduce you to the basics of improv and sharpen the skills you already have. We’ll also be showing you how ComedySportz can help with its High School League (though there is no obligation to join). Whatever your interest is, it’s bound to be an afternoon of fun, laughs and a chance to decompress with fellow teachers. Sign up today!

To register, e-mail us at highschool@comedysportzphilly.com

Details:
Free Improv Workshop for High School Teachers
Date: Saturday, February 13th
Time: 12:30-2:00 pm
Location: The Adrienne Theatre, 2030 Sansom Street

*You must be currently working at a High School, when registering please note your school.

To learn more about the ComedySportz Philly High School League visit us here.

Why Should You Take a Class With ComedySportz Philadelphia?

1. We have the most experienced improv instructors in the Philadelphia area. Period.
2. We are the only improv school in the area teaching musical improv.
3. Our classes are great for anyone from beginners to experienced improvisers
4. Improv training makes you a stronger more present actor, and most of our instructors are professional actors.
5. Improv classes help you lose weight.
6. Better than Match.com.
7. ComedySportz Philadelphia classes focus on the basics of improv – character, scenework, active listening.
8. Improv training lowers your “bad cholesterol.”
9. Learn how to think on your feet and trust your instincts.
10. Laugh at yourself, and others in a fun, supportive environment.
11. Develop a skill you didn’t know you have!

Classes are forming now for the Fall!  Check out our full course listing, and sign up for a class.