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Intro to Improv Summer Camp!
In this 3-day camp, students will build their improvisation skills. This interactive classroom explores improv through acting exercises, cooperative tasks, and many drama games.
#creative
5-10
year olds
1-6
learners per class
$33
Charged upfront
$11 per class
Meets 3x per week
Over 1 week
45 minutes per class
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Description
Class Experience
Students will begin each day of camp by taking part in The Actor’s Toolbox. This is an acting ritual that builds classroom community, but also provides students with the metaphorical “tools” that will be needed to become a successful performer. Afterwards, students will partake in several drama games that focus on refining their improvisation skills. Day 1: Vocal/Body Warm-Ups, The Actor’s Toolbox, Making Improv Offers Day 2: Vocal/Body Warm-Ups, The Actor’s Toolbox, Thinking Quickly Day...
- Engage in imaginative play. - Improvise a character and setting from a story. - Demonstrate the give and take essential to effective collaboration. - Demonstrate active listening. - Use variations of voice, movement, and gesture for different characters.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
2 hours 15 minutes per week in class, and no time outside of class.
- Class will incorporate C.H.A.M.P.S. (Conversation, Help, Activity, Movement, Participation, and Success) This is a system of expectations that will be covered before each day of camp. It is an opportunity for students to ask clarifying questions and to help create a successful and safe learning environment. - Physical activity will not be overly strenuous. Students are encouraged but not required to wear comfortable clothing that supports flexible movement.
Teacher
John StaffordDrama Teacher Extraordinaire
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Lives in the
United States142 total reviews
147 completed classes
About Me
I am a full-time K-8 drama instructor at a local school in Wichita, KS. Theatre has always been an important part of my life. Growing up – I was fortunate to live in a community that placed immense value on this art form. My participation in...