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Posted: March 1st, 2007, 11:37 am
by Jules
I am extremely interested in helping with this and co-teaching anything that would blend improv with improving one's work life, creativity etc.
Posted: March 1st, 2007, 11:42 am
by Wesley
I have a similar desire.
I like thinking of ways to both use improv at work (as I am in the belly of that cubicle-based beast every day), to help teaching/teachers (I have a MAJOR passion for finding ways to ue improv in the classroom to reach students), or in using improv to improve other creative endeavors from painting to writing to singing.
I think there is a definite place for other Specialty classes like Improv for actors or students, but that is less my forte or passion.
Posted: March 1st, 2007, 7:13 pm
by smerlin
A few years ago, I offered some improv classes through UT Informal Classes.
They said I could teach classes that were distinct/not overlapping from the current improv offerings. They also said they pay $15 an hour.
I think I listed two classes. Improv for Business and Improv for Actors or some characters class or something.
The classes never made. I think I gave it a swing for 2 or 3 class cycles.
That is my report.
Posted: March 2nd, 2007, 10:52 am
by Wesley
Merilee Shopland's class descriptions:
Improvisational Acting
Increase your spontaneity, creativity and have a whole lot of fun in this four-week improvisation class. Develop concentration, listening skills and flexibility through. improv exercises and games. Improvisation is not only an essential skill for actors but helpful in expanding a person’s ability to respond creativity to life. Bring $1 for handouts. Merrilee Shopland has a master's degree in Theatre Arts and has been teaching acting and improvisation for 14 years. (4 meetings)
Improving your Life
Come prepared to play and make changes as we explore five critical acting and improvisation principles that can unleash your creativity and change your life. Through fun theatre games and improv exercises, you will begin to see how you can purposefully and playfully enhance your circumstances as well as increase your spontaneity and communication skills. There will also be discussion and writing exercises as well, that will help you gain clarity about how you want to change your personal drama. Be warned: This soulful and fun workshop may cause intermittent bursts of joy and insight. Merrilee Shopland has a Master's degree in Theatre Arts and has been teaching acting and improvisation since 1987. (4 meetings)