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Improv for Beginners: Acting without scripts Next class starts on Monday, March 15, 2010 Sponsored by: Wonder School of the Arts - Location: Seattle Center (4th floor Center House) Dates and times: Mondays 7-9:30 pm, 3/15-4/12 (five meetings) - Tuition: $150 Taught by Nils Osmar - Questions? Call 206-420-1309 or email
Improv is fun! In this lively, energizing introduction, held in the TPS space in the Seattle Center, we'll explore a number of approaches to improv. Whether you're a beginner who's never tried acting before, or an experienced actor looking to develop your improvisational skills, this class will provide a lively, supportive environment for exploring the theater form that many people consider to be the most alive form of acting. We'll do warm-ups and theater games, then move on to longer forms.
Most folks who've been exposed to improv are familiar with the comedic approach, from companies such as TheaterSports and shows like The Groundlings. But it's not only about comedy. It's about exploring the full range of human emotions and experiences, getting comfortable in front of an audience, and learning to support and rely on ourselves and others. It trains us to think quickly, trust our impulses, pay attention and think well about each other. Experience in improv helps us to develop confidence on and off stage, and live in the moment.
Nils Osmar, instructor, has been active in Seattle's film and theater scenes for over fifteen years, as an actor, director and producer. His plays have been produced at the Seattle Fringe Festival and other venues. His films have played in major international festivals. Guest instructor Roberta Maguire will be present in one class meeting to teach the form known as the Harold.
See also: Beginning acting See also: Let's Make a Movie More info about our ACTING CLASSES For a full list of upcoming classes, visit: Classesandworkshops.com
To sign up for IMPROV FOR BEGINNERS now, call 206-420-1309 or click the Add to Cart button below. If you don't see a registration link, go to the Beginning Acting class page.
Student comments on Nils's classes
I'd actually like to thank you. After taking your (Beginning Acting and Let's Make a Movie) classes last year, I now have had two acting gigs. One in a movie called Sideways Japan... it was a Fox production... and I was in a commercial in Hollywood, that was a Time Warner production. The reel we made was very useful helping me perform in front of camera and the fact the directors thought I was funny and comfortable in front of camera got me the gigs. So your class I did pick up some pointers and payed attention. Tell everyone to not give up and give it your all if you want to make it. It was a slow start, but now im living in la and loving it. Thanks again, your classes are good. -K. S., Hollywood
Nils Osmar created a safe atmosphere which enabled me to do things I'd never done before. He has a calm positive demeanor that is very supportive. The course was well structured with exercises that required participation and that were actually fun to do. - L.P.A, Seattle
Hi Nils, I just wanted to thank you for a great class last night! Clearly, people were a little nervous about getting up to perform their monologues, but you have fostered a very supportive environment which makes it much easier to get up there. I think you did an excellent job at figuring out how to help each individual to take the next step with their piece, despite a wide range of skill levels. I'm looking forward to next week! - Marnie M. (Kirkland)
Your class was the highlight of my week for the whole quarter. It was really relaxing and fun. - Kelly J. (Seattle)
Frequently asked questions
Are these online courses? Or do they meet in a classroom? They are in-person classes that meet in a classroom in Seattle, Washington.
Are your classes sponsored by a school? They are sponsored by two schools: the ASUW Experimental College, a non-credit program run by the Associated Students University of Washington (ASUW), and the Wonder School of the Arts, an independent school established in 1996.
Are they accredited? No, they're non-credit courses for personal enrichment.
Where are the classes held? Most of them are held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle.
How do I sign up? To sign up by phone, call 206-420-1309. To sign up online, use the Add to Cart button near the top of the page. You'll have a choice of paying by Visa or MasterCard, Discover Card or American Exress, or Paypal. If you'd rather pay by check, download this form, print it, and mail it If you have trouble downloading it, call 206-420-1309 or email us and we'll send you a copy.
How can I make sure that a class still has openings? If the payment links are active the class still has openings.
Can I pay using a credit card or debit card? Yes. We can take Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card and American Express. To sign up online using a credit or debit card:
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Can I pay using cash? Yes, if you don't mind making a trip over to pay in person. Call 206-420-1309 for information about how to do so.
When will I receive a confirmation? You should receive a confirming email within 24 hours of registering. If you don't get a confirming email, please check your spam folder first. if its not there, call or email 206-420-1309 or Nilsosmar@gmail.com
How can I learn more about the instructor? Click on the course title, which will take you to the class page. Then click on the instructor's name.
What is your refund/cancellation policy?
If you sign up for a class, then it is cancelled, you will receive your choice of either a full cash refund or a tuition credit good toward any of the other classes listed on this page.
If you sign up for a class, then change your mind or can't attend, and notify us before the first meeting, you will receive your choice of either 1) a refund of the entire fee you paid for the class, minus the $10 registration fee, or 2) a tuition voucher for the full amount paid. If you notify us after the first class meeting, but before the second meeting, you'll receive a tuition credit for 50 percent of the class fee.
If you attend some meetings of a class but miss some meetings, you can make up the meetings you missed the following quarter at no charge.
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Questions? Email Nilsosmar@gmail.com or call 206-420-1309